Chris Santiago
Brooklyn
Summary
Innovative professional with well-rounded food background and extensive knowledge of all kitchen equipment. High-energy leader emphasizing healthy dishes made with local ingredients. Creatively builds exciting meals to satisfy discerning customers.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
Grandpas Diner
Port Saint Lucie
03.2023 - 01.2025
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Monitored kitchen equipment for functionality and coordinated necessary repairs or replacements.
- Oversaw the preparation of meals for special events and catering functions.
Sauté Cook
Bonefish Mac's Sports Grille
Port Saint Lucie
06.2020 - 03.2023
- Cleaned and organized the sauté station before and after shifts.
- Sautéed proteins such as chicken, beef, pork, seafoods, and tofu with various sauces or marinades to order specifications.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements within the kitchen environment through observation and communication with other staff members.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
Head Chef
Majestic Princess Cruises
West Palm Beach
03.2014 - 10.2019
- Ordered food supplies from vendors to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Florida Culinary Institute
West Palm Beach, Florida02-2006
Skills
- Meal preparation
- Catering services
- Kitchen inventory management
- Equipment maintenance
Timeline
Lead Cook
Grandpas Diner
03.2023 - 01.2025
Sauté Cook
Bonefish Mac's Sports Grille
06.2020 - 03.2023
Head Chef
Majestic Princess Cruises
03.2014 - 10.2019
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Florida Culinary Institute