Carlos Hernandez
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Dave and Busters, excelling in kitchen staff supervision and food safety compliance. Proven track record in enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative menu development and effective team engagement. Skilled in inventory management and conflict resolution, consistently delivering high-quality dining experiences while minimizing waste.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Operator
Hyvee Market Grill
08.2024 - Current
- Prepared high-quality meals according to established recipes and presentation standards.
- Assisted in inventory management by monitoring stock levels and communicating needs to supervisors.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
Restaurant Manager
Dave and Busters
04.2001 - 08.2024
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring exceptional guest service and adherence to company standards.
- Trained and mentored staff, fostering a culture of teamwork and high performance.
- Developed and implemented efficient inventory management processes to reduce waste.
- Collaborated with marketing team on promotional strategies to drive guest engagement and sales growth.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations through regular audits and training sessions for staff.
- Led staff scheduling efforts to optimize labor costs while maintaining service quality standards.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Ensured compliance with local health department regulations through regular staff training sessions and facility inspections.
- Facilitated regular safety training sessions for all team members to ensure a safe working environment free from accidents or injuries.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Juan Ponce De Leon
Puerto Rico05-1985
Skills
- Kitchen staff supervision
- Food safety standards implementation
- Inventory management
- Efficient meal planning
- Equipment operation
- Customer service improvement
- Employee training
- Skilled in resolving conflicts
- Food safety compliance
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cook Operator
Hyvee Market Grill
08.2024 - Current
Restaurant Manager
Dave and Busters
04.2001 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Juan Ponce De Leon