Cesar Cazares
Bedford
Summary
Culinary professional with over 10 years of experience in fine dining, and high volume kitchens, honed at Marriott International. Excelling in menu development and inventory control. Proven track record in team leadership and mentoring. Reliable team collaborator with focus on achieving culinary excellence and attention to detail. Bilingual in Spanish and English.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook I
Ritz-Carlton Dallas Las Colinas
05.2024 - Current
- Maintained a clean, organized and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Coordinated opening and closing checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Conducted regular quality checks on ingredients, ensuring only best were used in meal preparation.
- Adapted quickly to menu changes and contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Restaurant General Manager
La Acapulquena
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Managed all aspects of daily operations, including managing budgets, inventory control, and vendors.
- Effectively managed labor costs by monitoring productivity levels and making strategic scheduling decisions.
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Addressed customer concerns promptly and professionally, turning potentially negative experiences into positive outcomes.
Kitchen Assistant Manager
Bravo Eats
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Handled customer concerns efficiently, resolving issues promptly to maintain high levels of satisfaction.
- Assisted in overseeing all aspects of food production while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
- Developed weekly specials for the restaurant and customized meal plans.
- Assisted the owner in hiring, training, planning, and directing daily operations.
- Directed team to reduce food waste and keep food costs below 25%.
- Aided management to reduce labor costs and keep them below 27%.
- Counseled and disciplined staff when necessary to optimize efficiency.
Line Cook
Atla NoHo
05.2019 - 04.2020
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Butchered and fabricated various proteins such as beef, fish, and shellfish.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Produced menu items to specified recipe standards in a sophisticated eatery
Prep Cook
Cosme Nyc
10.2018 - 04.2019
- Ensured consistent quality of prepared vegetables, sauces, and proteins for pick-up during service in a contemporary Mexican restaurant by adhering to precise recipes
- Reduced order preparation time by prepping ingredients such as sauces, proteins, vegetables and garnishes ahead of busy shifts, ensuring timely service for customers.
- Managed food storage areas properly to maintain freshness and prevent cross-contamination between raw and cooked items.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY07-2017
Skills
- Menu development and seasonal specials
- Inventory and cost control
- HACCP safety standards and Servsafe certified
- Team leadership
- Mentoring and coaching
- Kitchen management
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
Accomplishments
- Atla named Restaurant of the Year by Time Out New York Magazine, 2019
- Assisted Cosme NYC team in achieving #23 restaurant in the World's 50 best by San Pellegrino
Timeline
Cook I
Ritz-Carlton Dallas Las Colinas
05.2024 - Current
Restaurant General Manager
La Acapulquena
05.2021 - 03.2022
Kitchen Assistant Manager
Bravo Eats
12.2020 - 05.2021
Line Cook
Atla NoHo
05.2019 - 04.2020
Prep Cook
Cosme Nyc
10.2018 - 04.2019
BBA - Business Administration
Culinary Institute of America
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