Alfredo Gonzalez
Chef
Banning,CA
Summary
My name is Alfredo and I have been working in the restaurant business for years. I have passion for working with food I love to cook and also try new dishes and new flavors. I believe there is always room for improvement and learning I am very open minded to trying new things and being in a different setting. I like to be very organized and keep a clean station at work and also keeping myself clean and presentable and always prepared for work. I am very approachable I like to meet new people and overall have a healthy and non-toxic work environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef de Partie
Citrone Italian Chophouse
10.2024 - Current
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying, and baking.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Ensured consistent dish quality by closely adhering to recipe guidelines and presentation standards.
- Managed inventory efficiently, rotating stock to ensure freshness while minimizing spoilage or waste.
Cook
Taqueria Orozco
09.2021 - 10.2024
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Cook
Domenicos Italian Kitchen
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
Education
Banning Adult Education
Banning, CA05.2023
Skills
- Frying
- Supply Restocking
- Surface Cleaning
- Cooking
- Food Handling
- Sanitation
- Performance Improvement
- Cleaning and Organization
- Strong Attention to Safe Food Handling Procedures
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chef de Partie
Citrone Italian Chophouse
10.2024 - Current
Cook
Domenicos Italian Kitchen
02.2022 - 09.2023
Cook
Taqueria Orozco
09.2021 - 10.2024
Banning Adult Education
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