Christopher Ortiz
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Seasoned Chef with 13 years of culinary experience. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy while coordinating overall success of food service delivery.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef De Cuisine
TRE TRATTORIA S.A
01.2020 - 11.2023
- Created menus and designed corresponding recipes for Tre Trattoria.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Forecasted seasonal staffing levels and interviewed and hired new staff members.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Chef De Cuisine
BISTRO 09 S.A
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
SOUS CHEF / CHEF DE CUISINE
OSTERIA IL SOGNO/ THE LUXURY S.A
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
LEAD LINE COOK
SUSHIHANA JAPANESE RESTAURANT S.A
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
GARDE MANAGER
MINNIES TAVERN AND RYE HOUSE S.A
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Determined food organization and presentation, establishing decorative food displays and directing staff in proper orientation.
- Participated in budgeting process for cold and preserved foods, seeking new sources, and assessing quality as necessary.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
Skills
- Food Safety Standards
- Kitchen Sanitation
- Recipe creation
- Fine-dining expertise
- Ingredient Sourcing
- Creativity and Innovation
- Menu development
- Team Management
- Kitchen Operations
- Food presentation
References
Available upon request
Certification
- Managers Food Safety
- TABC Certified
Timeline
Chef De Cuisine
TRE TRATTORIA S.A
01.2020 - 11.2023
Chef De Cuisine
BISTRO 09 S.A
01.2019 - 01.2020
SOUS CHEF / CHEF DE CUISINE
OSTERIA IL SOGNO/ THE LUXURY S.A
01.2016 - 01.2019
LEAD LINE COOK
SUSHIHANA JAPANESE RESTAURANT S.A
01.2013 - 01.2016
GARDE MANAGER
MINNIES TAVERN AND RYE HOUSE S.A
01.2011 - 01.2012
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