Christopher Aviles
Sparks,NV
Summary
Passionate, spirited and classically trained culinary professional, skilled in building relationships and developing high-performing teams. Leader in delivery of excellent customer service. Equipped to apply restaurant operational experience to grow world-class organizations. Dedicated to food safety, customer service best practices and quality food service.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
J Paul Sous Chef
J Resort
Sparks, Nevada
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Created diverse cuisines for full restaurant, special event, catering and tasting menus.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
- Established standard procedures for plating presentations.
Package Handler
Fed Ex Ground
Sparks
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Tracked parcel movement using hand-held scanners and daily production sheets to keep records accurate.
- Examined and inspected containers, materials, and products to meet packing specifications.
Biminis Master Cook
Peppermill Casino, Resort & Spa
Reno, Nevada
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
- Followed recipes and procedures to prepare, season and cook food products.
- Placed frequently used ingredients in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
Sous Chef
Sierra St Kitchen and Cocktails
Reno, NV
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Developed daily specials utilizing seasonal ingredients.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service promptly and professionally.
- Contributed to the successful execution of catered events from start to finish.
Helper & Plumber
HTA PLUMBING &MECHANICS Inc.
Reno, NV
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Supported skilled workers by preparing work sites and organizing necessary materials.
- Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
- Identified potential problems quickly and communicated them effectively to appropriate personnel.
- Positioned, aligned or sealed concrete wall sections or pipes.
- Operated hand tools, saws, routers and sanding equipment to prepare materials and finish project surfaces.
Prep Cook - Asst. Master Cook
Nugget Casino and Resort
Sparks, NV
09.2012 - 05.2020
- Assisted executive chefs in developing new recipes or modifying existing ones.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Communicated with kitchen employees, answered questions and offered insight into food preparations.
- Implemented cost-control measures to maintain budgetary guidelines.
- Ensured proper portioning, arrangement and garnishing of food plates prior to serving guests.
- Optimized kitchen processes to increase efficiency and reduce order preparation times.
- Assisted the Chefs to open Gilly's Summer 2015 / Anthony Chophouse Fall 2018.
- I was needed multiple restaurants wherever the Head Chef needed me.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary of Arts
Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, NV06-2018
Associate of Science - General Studies
Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, NV06-2017
Associate of Arts -
Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, NV06-2016
Skills
- Menu development
- Food safety
- Culinary techniques
- Resilient under pressure
- Always willing to learn new skills
- Determination
- Positive and professional
- Team player
Affiliations
- Quality and efficiency in mix martial arts.
- Compete nationally to hone my skill in Jiu Jistu
- Daily high performance routine at the gym
- Teach mix martial arts to beginners
Certification
- Serve safe certified
Reference
- Julian Vallejo (Room Chef) (775) 545-6678
Available upon request
Timeline
J Paul Sous Chef
J Resort
06.2023 - Current
Package Handler
Fed Ex Ground
02.2023 - 02.2024
Biminis Master Cook
Peppermill Casino, Resort & Spa
02.2022 - 06.2023
Sous Chef
Sierra St Kitchen and Cocktails
01.2021 - 01.2022
Helper & Plumber
HTA PLUMBING &MECHANICS Inc.
05.2020 - 06.2021
Prep Cook - Asst. Master Cook
Nugget Casino and Resort
09.2012 - 05.2020
Associate of Science - Culinary of Arts
Truckee Meadows Community College
Associate of Science - General Studies
Truckee Meadows Community College
Associate of Arts -
Truckee Meadows Community College
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