Cody Enriquez
Abilene,TX
Summary
High-performing Chef offering [Number] years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
Experienced culinary professional with strong expertise in menu development, kitchen management, and cost control. Adept at leading teams to achieve high-quality results through collaboration and adaptability. Skilled in creating innovative dishes, maintaining sanitation standards, and optimizing kitchen operations. Known for reliability and ability to excel under changing conditions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef Partner
The Local
11.2019 - Current
- Maintained thorough knowledge of industry trends and competitor offerings, adapting strategies as needed to remain competitive in the market.
- Effectively addressed customer concerns or complaints by providing prompt resolutions that upheld the restaurant''s commitment to exceptional service.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency and reduced food waste through strategic planning and organization.
- Aligned restaurant vision with brand standards, ensuring a cohesive identity that resonated with target demographics.
- Coordinated catering services for special events, showcasing culinary creativity and flexibility in meeting diverse client needs.
- Developed signature dishes that garnered positive reviews, driving increased patronage and repeat business.
- Mentored junior chefs with hands-on training, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Managed budgeting and financial reporting for the restaurant, ensuring profitability while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Improved food preparation processes by implementing time-saving techniques without sacrificing quality or consistency in final products.
- Expanded menu offerings to accommodate dietary restrictions, providing delicious options for all guests without compromising taste or presentation.
- Secured prestigious awards by consistently delivering exceptional cuisine paired with attentive service.
Sous Chef/Chef De Cuisine
Abilene Country Club
06.2010 - 09.2019
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Contributed to successful catering events by coordinating meal preparation and execution, exceeding client expectations on each occasion.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Collaborated closely with head chef to develop recipes that significantly increased customer satisfaction.
- Improved efficiency in kitchen, organizing workflow to ensure timely preparation and delivery of dishes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hirschi High School
Wichita Falls, TXSkills
- Cooking demonstrations
- Sanitation standards
- Food presentation
- Kitchen management
- Food pairing
- Menu development
- Employee retention
- Recipe creation
- Cost control
- Menu pricing
- Culinary techniques
- Team management
- Kitchen operations
- Menu supervision
- Cost control and budgeting
- Staff training
- Culinary expertise
- Banquets and catering
- Equipment maintenance
- Grilling
- Fine-dining expertise
- Plating and presentation
- Vendor relations
Accomplishments
James Beard Nominated Service and Hospitality
Texas Monthly Honorable Mention Top 50 Tacos
4yr March Of Dimes
James Beard Nominated
Was nominated James Beard Award for Hospitality and
Timeline
Executive Chef Partner
The Local
11.2019 - Current
Sous Chef/Chef De Cuisine
Abilene Country Club
06.2010 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
Hirschi High School
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