Amado Dornelas
Cape Coral,FL
Summary
Adept at elevating dining experiences and kitchen efficiency, I honed my culinary and leadership skills at Legends Golf & Country Club. Specializing in menu development and team training, I ensure top-notch food safety and guest satisfaction. My approach combines excellent food preparation techniques with a guest-driven focus, significantly enhancing dining quality and service.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Assistant
Novack Construction
Cape Coral, FL
03.2023 - Current
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed to quality control checks to ensure construction meets standards.
- Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
Chef De Cuisine
Legends Golf & Country Club
Fort Myers, FL
02.2018 - 03.2023
- Developed and implemented new menu items to meet customer needs.
- Tasted and modified recipes for menu at establishment.
- Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
- Regularly interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
Line Cook Supervisor
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
Sanibel, FL
02.2015 - 01.2018
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Directed, supervised, and trained line cooks in preparation of dishes according to recipes and established standards.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
Sous Chef
Palmetto Pine Country Club
Cape Coral, FL
04.2011 - 01.2015
- 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.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
Skills
- Excellent food preparation and cooking techniques
- Development of special event menus
- Guest driven focus on quality, service, and overall dining experience
- Strong personal work ethic
- Food safety and sanitation practices
- Excellent customer service skills
- Kitchen crew training
- Budgeting
Timeline
Construction Assistant
Novack Construction
03.2023 - Current
Chef De Cuisine
Legends Golf & Country Club
02.2018 - 03.2023
Line Cook Supervisor
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
02.2015 - 01.2018
Sous Chef
Palmetto Pine Country Club
04.2011 - 01.2015