Andrew Lopez
Chef
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Adaptable and enterprising professional 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.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Sushi Chef
Mikuni Japanese Restaurant And Sushi Bar
Fair Oaks, CA
09.2021 - Current
- Preparing multiple types of fish and vegetables to create artistic rolls and salads for guests while maintaining a sanitary work environment
- Responsible for preparing and garnishing plates, making a variety of sushi rolls for our guests in accordance with Sushi food preparations and service guidelines
- Primarily work in front of guests while preparing foods at the sushi bar and ensuring a fun and inviting experience
- Performed all food prep and side jobs to keep the sushi bar running smoothly.
- Educated guests on different types of fish and shellfish to aid decision-making on sushi orders.
- Used various types of knives, hand tools and utensils to fillet fish in preparation for sushi.
Kitchen Lead
Bonchon
Sacramento, CA
09.2018 - 03.2022
- Frying, Plating, and Cooking Experience
- Experience working with high order volume
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
Sacramento Airport Ambassador (Volunteer)
Sacramento County
Sacramento, CA
05.2022 - Current
- Completed all necessary tests and background checks to become airport badge certified
- Provide information to airport guests and employees regarding the facility and
- Sacramento region
- Proficient computer skills in gathering information on flight departure/landing times and local transportation options
- Interact with guests in a friendly manner and help efficiently resolve any issues they may be experiencing
Host
Gen Korean BBQ
Sacramento, CA
02.2019 - 08.2019
- Cheerfully great guests and seat them to their table
- Set up tables
- Occasional Work as Barback
- Cash Handling experience
- Handle Customer inquiries
- Recorded available tables after seating each party using specialized seating software.
- Took reservations by phone and walk-in, keeping scheduling demands and kitchen output in time to avoid overbooking.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
Night Manager
Brisbane City Backpackers
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
09.2017 - 02.2018
- Ability to work with and serve a diverse group of individuals from around the world
- Experience working online systems to write and save data
- Paperwork experience
- Communicate effectively with staff and clients.
- Handled guest complaints and offered complimentary services to maintain high guest satisfaction rates.
- Booked large groups for weddings, seminars, conferences and other events, providing best available room rates.
English Tutor
Freelance
Tokyo/Seoul
06.2017 - 08.2022
- Japan/ Seoul, Korea, (3 Months)
- Patiently interacting with clients who speak a different language
- Experience speaking basic Japanese and Korean
- Strong communication skills
- Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success.
Sales/Leasing Consultant
Don Chalmers Ford
Rio Rancho, NM
06.2015 - 07.2016
- Analyzed customer needs and presented value added solutions
- Provided customers with basic understanding of the functionality of the products and accessories they purchased
- Successfully exceeded quota expectations for sales and customer service
- Prepared pricing agreements and contracts to close sales.
- Resolved issues efficiently and enhanced customer satisfaction ratings.
Volunteer
Meals on Wheels
Albuquerque, NM
06.2015 - 07.2016
- Coordinated with volunteers and recipients to transport and drop-off goods
- Practice safe and secure methods to avoid damaging goods
- Update all necessary paperwork using neat and legible handwriting
- Tracked personal volunteer hours in spreadsheets for mandatory reporting.
Education
GED -
The Ask Academy
Rio Rancho, NM 09.2011 - 05.2015
Skills
MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Building rapport
Recordkeeping and reporting
Organizational and time management skills
Certification
Food Handler's Card
Timeline
RBS Certification
08-2022
Sacramento Airport Ambassador (Volunteer)
Sacramento County
05.2022 - Current
Food Handler's Card
10-2021
Sushi Chef
Mikuni Japanese Restaurant And Sushi Bar
09.2021 - Current
Host
Gen Korean BBQ
02.2019 - 08.2019
Kitchen Lead
Bonchon
09.2018 - 03.2022
Night Manager
Brisbane City Backpackers
09.2017 - 02.2018
English Tutor
Freelance
06.2017 - 08.2022
Sales/Leasing Consultant
Don Chalmers Ford
06.2015 - 07.2016
Volunteer
Meals on Wheels
06.2015 - 07.2016
GED -
The Ask Academy
09.2011 - 05.2015