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Amanda Castro

oroville,CA

Summary

Executive Chef with extensive experience at Provincial Chico, specializing in menu planning and inventory management. Demonstrated expertise in culinary techniques and staff development, resulting in significant cost savings and waste reduction. Led a high-performing kitchen team, maintaining strict food safety compliance while enhancing overall dining quality.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Chef

Provincial Chico
Chico, CA
07.2021 - Current
  • Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality food preparation.
  • Managed inventory, ordering supplies to maintain optimal stock levels and freshness.
  • Trained new chefs in culinary techniques and kitchen safety standards.
  • Implemented cost control measures while maintaining food quality and presentation standards.
  • Ensured compliance with health regulations and maintained a clean kitchen environment.
  • Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
  • Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
  • Established a culture of safety in the kitchen by enforcing strict safety protocols.
  • Managed ordering, inventory levels, receiving, invoice settling, and equipment maintenance.
  • Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
  • Supervised the selection, training, scheduling, and performance of kitchen personnel.
  • Planned and prepared food product orders to maintain appropriate stock levels.

Sous Chef

Oakmont Senior Living
Chico, CA
10.2019 - 07.2021
  • Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
  • Planned weekly menus in collaboration with dietary guidelines for residents.
  • Maintained inventory levels and ordered supplies to meet kitchen needs.
  • Ensured compliance with sanitation and safety standards in food handling.
  • Assisted in training new staff on cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
  • Coordinated with management to optimize kitchen workflows and processes.
  • Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
  • 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.
  • Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
  • Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
  • Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
  • Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
  • Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.

Cook

Amber Grove Place
Chico, CA
01.2019 - 07.2021
  • Maintained high standards of food safety and sanitation throughout the kitchen.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
  • Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
  • Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
  • Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
  • Exercised portion control for items served, eliminating waste.

Cook

Townsend House Retirement
Chico, CA
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Prepared diverse menu items following safety and sanitation guidelines.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal service.
  • Maintained inventory levels and assisted with food ordering processes.
  • Trained new team members on kitchen procedures and equipment use.
  • Monitored food quality and ensured compliance with health regulations.
  • Operated kitchen equipment safely and performed routine maintenance checks.
  • Implemented portion control measures to optimize food usage and reduce waste.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
  • Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.

Cook

Oakmont Senior Living
Chico, CA
08.2015 - 01.2018
  • Prepared diverse meals following established recipes and dietary guidelines.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and work areas.
  • Assisted in inventory management, tracking food supplies and ordering materials.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient meal service during peak hours.
  • Monitored food safety practices to comply with health regulations and standards.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
  • Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
  • Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
  • Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
  • Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
  • Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.

Education

High School Diploma -

Fairview High School
Chico, CA
06-1987

Skills

  • Food safety standards
  • Menu planning strategies
  • Inventory control
  • Cost management
  • Culinary skills
  • Waste reduction techniques
  • Staff hiring and training

Certification

  • serve safe certified

Timeline

Executive Chef

Provincial Chico
07.2021 - Current

Sous Chef

Oakmont Senior Living
10.2019 - 07.2021

Cook

Amber Grove Place
01.2019 - 07.2021

Cook

Townsend House Retirement
01.2018 - 01.2019

Cook

Oakmont Senior Living
08.2015 - 01.2018

High School Diploma -

Fairview High School

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