Alejandro Martinez
Lewisville,TX
Summary
An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Avanti Senior Living
Flower Mound, TX
05.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Assisted with interviewing, hiring and training kitchen personnel.
Executive Chef
Autumn Oaks of Corinth
Corinth, TX
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Inspected equipment regularly to maintain safe working conditions in the kitchen.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Created new menu items, managed food expenses and supervised quality to ensure adherence to standards.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
- Monitored meals served for temperature and visual appeal.
- Determined schedules and staff requirements necessary to prepare and plate food.
Line Cook
The Landing at Watermere
Southlake, TX
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Saginaw High School
Saginaw, TX06-2016
Some College (No Degree) - Home Inspection
InterNACHI
Boulder, COSkills
- Time management
- Verbal and written communication
- Positive and professional
- Organizational compliance
- Schedule implementation
- Hospitality service expertise
- Company safety standards
- Motivational team management
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Sous Chef
Avanti Senior Living
05.2022 - Current
Executive Chef
Autumn Oaks of Corinth
03.2020 - 05.2022
Line Cook
The Landing at Watermere
01.2017 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Saginaw High School
Some College (No Degree) - Home Inspection
InterNACHI
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