Aldahir Cuevas Sanchez
Dallas,US
Summary
Assistant Executive Kitchen Manager with over 13 years of extensive expertise in optimizing kitchen operations and enhancing workflow efficiency. Demonstrates a strong commitment to quality assurance and food cost control, leveraging skills in staff scheduling and vendor relations to foster a collaborative and adaptable team environment. Passionate about mentoring staff and implementing innovative solutions to improve service speed and customer satisfaction.
Innovative Assistant Executive Chef known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in menu development, inventory management, and kitchen staff training. Excel in leadership, time management, and communication, ensuring seamless kitchen operations and team collaboration.
Passionate Executive Chef skilled in menu creation, kitchen staff management, and culinary direction. Creative and artistic professional recognized for upholding highest standards and developing compelling seasonal menus.
Innovative professional with well-rounded food background and extensive knowledge of all kitchen equipment. High-energy leader emphasizing healthy dishes made with local ingredients. Creatively builds exciting meals to satisfy discerning customers.
Dynamic Chef recognized for creating memorable dishes with fresh ingredients. Monitors and evaluates purchasing, staffing, production and inventory to control food and labor costs and waste. Maintains federal, state, and local food sanitation and safety standards.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Executive Chef
Stk steakhouse
Dallas, TX
10.2025 - Current
- Assisted in menu development and seasonal dish creation.
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations and staff scheduling.
- Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff on culinary techniques.
- Ensured compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
- Collaborated with suppliers to maintain quality ingredient inventory.
- Coordinated special events and private dining experiences for guests.
- Resolved kitchen issues swiftly to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Managed food presentation to align with STK's upscale brand image.
- Reviewed monthly financial reports related to labor costs, inventory levels and other expenses.
- Coordinated with vendors regarding pricing, delivery schedules and product availability.
- Monitored portion sizes, presentation and flavor of all dishes served in the restaurant.
- Provided guidance to kitchen staff on how to properly handle, store and rotate food products.
- Resolved customer complaints related to food quality or service in a professional manner.
- Ensured all dishes were prepared in a timely manner to meet customer expectations.
- Conducted regular stock checks to identify any shortages or wastage issues.
- Performed quality control inspections on all incoming goods prior to storage or use.
- Developed menus, recipes and costings for new dishes to ensure profitability.
ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE KITCHEN MANAGER
The Cheesecake Factory
Frisco, TX
09.2023 - 10.2025
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth service flow.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain stock availability.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff on food preparation and safety standards.
- Developed and implemented new menu items based on seasonal ingredients.
- Controlled food quality by conducting regular inspections of dishes and ingredients.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to enhance guest dining experiences.
- Enforced health and safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
- Coordinated kitchen schedules to optimize staff efficiency during peak hours.
- Trained employees on cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
- Oversaw meal preparation and monitored food handling to encourage safety.
- Motivated kitchen staff by establishing goals to increase productivity and quality.
- Received, organized and rotated paper goods and food ingredients.
- Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
- Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling and restaurant protocols.
- Implemented surface and equipment schedules and standards to maintain clean, neat and sanitized kitchen.
KITCHEN MANAGER
Fords Garage
Plano, Texas
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Manage inventory templates, ensuring accurate stock levels and reducing waste.
- Develop detailed schematics for kitchen operations, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Oversee scheduling to optimize staff coverage and maintain high service standards.
- Lead the opening of new stores, coordinating cross-functional teams for seamless launches.
- Mentor and certify team members, fostering professional growth and skill development.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, ensuring optimal stock levels and reducing waste, leading to enhanced operational efficiency.
- Mentored new kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative environment and improving team morale, contributing to a cohesive workplace culture.
- Maintained and updated schematics for kitchen operations, enhancing workflow and reducing preparation time for menu items.
- Analyzed scheduling patterns to optimize staff allocation during peak hours, resulting in improved service speed and customer satisfaction.
- Developed new opening store protocols, facilitating smoother transitions and ensuring consistency across multiple locations.
- Implemented efficient inventory tracking systems, significantly minimizing waste and ensuring accurate stock levels.
- Managed labor, food costs, and inventory to optimize kitchen operations.
- Led kitchen team, coordinated schedules, and ensured timely food deliveries.
- Implemented FIFO system for efficient food truck receipt and storage.
- Enhanced kitchen workflow, resulting in improved service speed.
- Developed scheduling strategies that maximized staff productivity.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by optimizing staff schedules, leading to improved efficiency and reduced labor costs.
- Implemented a precise inventory management system, ensuring FIFO practices that minimized waste and maintained food quality.
- Coordinated with suppliers to enhance order accuracy, resulting in timely deliveries and uninterrupted kitchen service.
- Fostered a positive team environment by mentoring staff, encouraging collaboration, and enhancing overall morale.
- Developed and executed cost control measures, achieving substantial improvements in food cost management and profitability.
- Optimized kitchen workflow by implementing new processes, enhancing service speed and significantly boosting customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated with suppliers and kitchen staff to ensure seamless operations, achieving uninterrupted service and timely deliveries.
- Fostered team collaboration through mentorship and training, enhancing morale and increasing overall productivity in the kitchen.
- Developed and implemented cost control measures, leading to marked gains in food cost efficiency and overall profitability.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by refining staff schedules, leading to noticeable improvements in service speed and reduced labor costs.
- Implemented a modern inventory management system, ensuring FIFO practices that minimized waste and preserved food quality.
KITCHEN MANAGER
Fords Garage
Estero, FL
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Supervised kitchen operations and staff to ensure efficient workflow.
- Managed inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining stock levels.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff on food preparation techniques.
- Developed menus in alignment with seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in the kitchen environment.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to enhance overall dining experience.
- Implemented cost-control measures to minimize waste during food preparation.
SHIFT SUPERVISOR
Fords Garage
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Supervised daily operations and ensured compliance with company standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for customer service.
- Managed inventory levels and coordinated supply orders for restaurant needs.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Facilitated team meetings to address operational challenges and improve efficiency.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues swiftly and effectively.
- Monitored employee performance and provided constructive feedback regularly.
- Collaborated with management to streamline processes and enhance service quality.
- Provided on-the-job training to new staff members.
- Communicated clearly with employees regarding job duties, expectations, and policies.
- Performed cash handling duties such as counting money, balancing registers, and preparing bank deposits.
LEAD LINE COOK
Miller Ale House
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Lead line cook run kitchen make sure quality food comes out the kitchen
- Schedules
Education
HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE - SOME COLLEGE
Fort Myers Technical
Skills
- Kitchen Experience
- Manager/Supervisor Experience
- High Energy
- Customer Oriented
- Strong Leadership Abilities
- Strong Communication Skills
- Training and Mentoring Experience
- Adaptable
- Reliable
- Dependable
- Team Work Oriented
- Inventory Set Up and Adjustment
- Recipe Adherence and Learning
- Food Cost Control
- Training Staff
- Cleaning Standards
- Kitchen Operations
- Supply Ordering
- Inventory Management
- Staff Scheduling
- Quality Assurance
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
- Team Leadership
- Attention to Detail
- Operations Management
- Vendor Relations
- Profit Margin Analysis
- Portion Control
- Safety Compliance
- Event Planning Support
- Menu development
Hobbies and Interests
- I love reading learning cooking techniques.
- Also love spending time with family.
Timeline
Assistant Executive Chef
Stk steakhouse
10.2025 - Current
ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE KITCHEN MANAGER
The Cheesecake Factory
09.2023 - 10.2025
KITCHEN MANAGER
Fords Garage
01.2022 - 01.2023
KITCHEN MANAGER
Fords Garage
01.2018 - 01.2022
SHIFT SUPERVISOR
Fords Garage
01.2016 - 01.2018
LEAD LINE COOK
Miller Ale House
01.2012 - 01.2015
HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE - SOME COLLEGE
Fort Myers Technical