Alejandro Orozco
Fontana,CA
Summary
Proficient Sous Chef highly effective at operating in fast-paced, demanding environments. Adaptable professional with success handling any challeng 19 year background in high-end restaurant industry. Adaptable and enterprisin che with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading successful teams. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Member
Olive Garden
04.2018 - Current
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
Chef
Metro Event Center
02.2014 - 03.2020
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
Cook
Lucilles Smokehouse BBQ
04.2017 - 06.2018
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Sus Chef
Chevysfreshmex
02.2000 - 03.2011
- 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.
Education
GED -
Fontana A. B. Miller High School
Fontana, CASkills
- Team Leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Safe Food Handling
- Food presentation
- Food Preparation
- Kitchen Organization
- Cooking techniques
- Allergen awareness
- Supervising Food Prep
- Staff Training
- Kitchen Management
- Recipes and menu planning
- Team Training
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Team Member
Olive Garden
04.2018 - Current
Cook
Lucilles Smokehouse BBQ
04.2017 - 06.2018
Chef
Metro Event Center
02.2014 - 03.2020
Sus Chef
Chevysfreshmex
02.2000 - 03.2011
GED -
Fontana A. B. Miller High School