Arturo Torres
El Cajon,CA
Summary
High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Florist
Diana's Flowers
03.2021 - Current
- Quoted, generated, and processed customer orders to meet specifications and various occasions.
- Worked with customers to determine type of arrangement desired, occasion, and date, time and location for each arrangement needed
- Prepared potted plants and bouquets based on customer requirements.
Banquet Bartender
USS Midway Museum
05.2017 - 02.2021
- Prepared for events by setting up bar, stocking supplies, and arranging tables.
- Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
- Recommended appropriate wines for individual tastes and food selections.
- Poured and prepared mixed drinks for over 100 customers daily.
Sauté Chef
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse
12.2014 - 04.2017
- Complied with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards by taking proper precautions to deliver high-quality food timely and simultaneously.
- Chopped vegetables, butchered meat and made sauces to prepare food for service.
- Displayed correct recipes on monitor during prepping, frying and sautéing process to prepare ingredients and plate dishes to business standards.
Manager
Valentino's Sushi Bar and Grill
01.2008 - 09.2014
- Managed day-to-day FOH operations to drive quality, standards, and meet customer expectations.
- Collaborated with chefs to create seasonal menus and promotional offers.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
Skills
- Culinary operations oversight
- Cash management
- Event banquet coordination
- Risk assessment
- Fine-dining service proficiency
Timeline
Senior Florist
Diana's Flowers
03.2021 - Current
Banquet Bartender
USS Midway Museum
05.2017 - 02.2021
Sauté Chef
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse
12.2014 - 04.2017
Manager
Valentino's Sushi Bar and Grill
01.2008 - 09.2014
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