Brandon Perez
Summary
Creative Chef with 10+ years of experience. Capable of managing meal services while supervising and motivating staff. Dedicated to creating a good work environment with happy staff, while being able to perform tasks up to company standards.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Chef manager
Sodexo Longs Peak Hospital
12.2022 - Current
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Maintained and developed client relationships and client satisfaction for all aspects of food production
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Spearheaded catering efforts for special events, showcasing culinary expertise and generating additional revenue streams.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the kitchen team by providing constructive feedback and professional development opportunities.
- Effectively managed food allergen and cross-contamination concerns, ensuring the safety of patrons with dietary restrictions.
- Revamped the Simply To Go program
- Increased Grab and Go sales by 60% in 2022-2023 Then 50% for 2024
- Managed a team of about 25
Patient Line Cook
Sodexo Longs Peak Hospital
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Sous Chef
Sugarbeet
09.2018 - 12.2021
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
- Won Yellow Pages best of the west years 2018,2019 and 2021
Line cook
Sodexo Longmont United Hospital
05.2016 - 08.2018
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on hospital recipes and specifications.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
- Produced adequate amounts of mise en place to make meal preparation easier.
Line cook/ Prep Cook
Perkins Restaurant and Bakery
05.2013 - 05.2016
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
Education
Longmont High School
05.2015
Skills
- Assisted in maintaining a high level of cleanliness in the hospital kitchen
- Prepared meals in a fast-paced kitchen
- Prepped high volumes of food and catering
- Leadership
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Knife Work
- Multitasking
- Creative
- Food Safety
- Culinary expertise
- Nutritional knowledge
- Menu Planning
- Recipe creation
- Kitchen Management
- Recruiting and Hiring
- Team Management
- Training and mentoring
- Food presentation
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Food Trend Awareness
- Event Planning
- Sanitation Standards
- Fine-dining expertise
- Catering Oversight
Roles And Responsibilities
- Responsible for responding and putting together caterings
- Responsible for interviewing, hiring, and training new cooks
- Responsible for getting weekly food orders in
- Assist with scheduling
- Makes sure team is following all food safety procedures and HACCP's
- Responsible for setting up weekly menu on FNS for Retail
- Coordinate events with the Exec Chef
- Assist in the cooks lines
- Prepare meals for patients with special diets
- Assisted in maintaining a high level of cleanliness in the hospital kitchen
- Works closely with hospital staff to ensure high quality meals
- Supervised kitchen staff to make sure that the kitchen is organized and product is rotated
- Assisted in checking, signing, and putting away product once order arrives
- Collaborated with Chef on seasonal menu design and innovative techniques
- Created meals for customers with special diets
- Prepared multiple five-course wine dinners for 80 people
- Helped keep inventory and order product from various vendors
- Mentored and trained junior staff
- Maintained an A rating with the Department of Health by standardizing cleaning procedures
- Grew trays of microgreens for restaurant
- Prepared meals for patients with special diets
Certification
- Certified Proctor, ServSafe - 06/2024-06/2027
- ServSafe Certified, 03/2024-03/2029
Timeline
Chef manager
Sodexo Longs Peak Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Patient Line Cook
Sodexo Longs Peak Hospital
01.2022 - 12.2022
Sous Chef
Sugarbeet
09.2018 - 12.2021
Line cook
Sodexo Longmont United Hospital
05.2016 - 08.2018
Line cook/ Prep Cook
Perkins Restaurant and Bakery
05.2013 - 05.2016
Longmont High School
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