Alcides Rodriguez
Miami,FL
Summary
Adept Sous Chef with a proven track record at La Canita, showcasing exceptional team leadership and kitchen organization skills. Spearheaded innovative menu development, significantly enhancing guest return rates. Excelled in high-volume environments, achieving substantial cost savings through meticulous inventory management. Demonstrated excellence in food safety, contributing to positive health inspection outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
La Canita
08.2022 - Current
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
Sous Chef
Sala'o Cuban & Bar Restaurant
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
Education
Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Florida Education Institute
Miami, FL07.2024
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Menu Planning
- Safe Food Handling
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen Organization
Timeline
Sous Chef
La Canita
08.2022 - Current
Sous Chef
Sala'o Cuban & Bar Restaurant
09.2020 - 07.2022
Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Florida Education Institute
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