Carlos Pimentel

West Covina,CA

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Head Chef /Event Caterer

Pinocchio Restaurant

Pasadena, CA

06.2020 - Current

Cooked for large groups of people and managing various types of food for large events.
Created catering menu based upon client specifications, event type, dietary needs, and budget.
Ordered food items and supplies needed to fulfill catering jobs.
Crafted exciting catering options for clients.
Conceptualized menus to account for dietary restrictions, food allergies and personal requests.
Followed all safety instructions to avoid injuries when operating heavy equipment in kitchen.
Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
Assisted with menu development and planning.
Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.

Cook

Seven Mile Casino

Chula Vista, CA

06.2018 - 06.2020

Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.

Kitchen Manager

Fat Fish Cantina Grill

San Diego, CA

01.2015 - 06.2020

Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
Collaborated with other departments to coordinate meal service and special events, executing smooth operations.
Calculated prices of ingredients to monitor food costs and control expenses.
Developed and maintained professional relationships with suppliers to acquire high-quality ingredients and products with reasonable prices.
Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.
Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.

Education

High School Diploma -

Baldwin Park High School

Baldwin Park, CA

06.1991

Skills

Food Consumption Estimates
Credit Card Transaction Processing
Cost Efficiency
Servsafe Certified
Station Preparation
Knowledge of Cuisines
Shipment Preparation
Health Guidelines
Regulatory Guidelines
Kitchen Staff Management

Procedure Preparation
Food Stock and Supply Management
Food Preparation
Workflow Coordination
Pizza Preparation
Special Events
Cooking Procedures
Safety
Proper Food Storage
Cleaning Practices

Languages

Spanish

Native or Bilingual

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