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Christopher Montiel

Barrington,RI

Summary

Innovative Executive Chef known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in menu development, kitchen management, and cost control, with a keen ability to lead teams in high-pressure environments. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring seamless kitchen operations and exceptional dining experiences.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Chef Manager

Thames Waterside Bar And Grill
Bristol, RI
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed and implemented new recipes and menu items to increase customer satisfaction
  • Managed kitchen staff including training, scheduling, hiring, and disciplinary action when necessary
  • Ordered food supplies as needed and monitored inventory levels to avoid shortages
  • Ensured that all meals were prepared according to health code standards and regulations
  • Created daily specials based on seasonal availability of ingredients
  • Maintained records of purchases, sales, waste. in order to track profit margins and other financial information related to the kitchen operations
  • Monitored labor costs by tracking employee hours worked versus budgeted labor costs for each shift

Kitchen Manager

Drews American Grill
Spring Hill, FL
07.2020 - 10.2023
  • Trained and coached kitchen staff members on customer service skills, food knowledge, company policies/procedures, and health & safety standards
  • Provided support for customers by addressing complaints quickly and efficiently
  • Managed daily operations including scheduling and budgeting, exhibiting excellent multitasking capabilities
  • Encouraged confidence while helping other kitchen staff members to adapt faster to the job roles
  • Labeled, organized, and restocked food & supply items
  • Prepped & cleaned equipment before shift start

Assistant Manager

Bahama Breeze
Miami, FL
12.2013 - 09.2018
  • Trained new employees in product knowledge, customer service protocols, cash handling procedures, & safety regulations
  • Resolved customer complaints quickly and effectively while maintaining a high level of professionalism
  • Helped oversee the daily operations of the store, managing staff & inventory
  • Tracked store inventories and replenished products according to demand
  • Maintained hands-on knowledge of job roles and regularly stepped in to perform business duties

Kitchen Manager

Red Lobster
Miami, FL
02.2011 - 08.2017
  • Trained new staff in kitchen operations, procedures and food prep standards
  • Maintained accurate inventory of all food items, supplies and equipment to ensure efficient operations
  • Demonstrated excellent organizational skills in managing the daily operations of a busy kitchen environment
  • Verified daily prep lists to confirm correct amount of prepared products
  • Followed sanitation and food safety standards to prevent illness
  • Food prep

Skills

  • Bilingual
  • Kitchen management
  • Menu development
  • Food preparation
  • Food safety
  • Inventory Management
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Kitchen Equipment maintenance
  • Cleaning/Sanitation
  • Work under pressure
  • Resolved Customer complaints
  • Cooking in high volume restaurants
  • Cost control

Certification

  • SafeStaff Foodhandler Training Program, 12/27/22, Florida
  • ServSafe Certification; Food Protection Manager Certification, 08/16/13, Florida

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Executive Chef Manager

Thames Waterside Bar And Grill
08.2024 - Current

Kitchen Manager

Drews American Grill
07.2020 - 10.2023

Assistant Manager

Bahama Breeze
12.2013 - 09.2018

Kitchen Manager

Red Lobster
02.2011 - 08.2017

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