Delmi Hernandez
Woodbridge,VA
Summary
Accomplished Sous Chef with a proven track record at Arbor Terrace Assisted Living, excelling in high-volume food preparation and team training. Demonstrated expertise in sanitation guidelines and creative thinking, enhancing dining experiences and exceeding client expectations. Skilled in decision-making and team collaboration, significantly improving kitchen efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Arbor Terrace Assisted Living
11.2018 - Current
- 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.
- Contributed to successful catering events by coordinating meal preparation and execution, exceeding client expectations on each occasion.
Cook
Potomac Place
05.2011 - 11.2018
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Cook
Prince William County Public Schools
09.2007 - 06.2012
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
- Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
Cook
El Majagual
01.1993 - 05.2007
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Showcased excellent knife skills for precise cutting and preparation of various ingredients.
- Optimized use of kitchen equipment to speed up cooking times without compromising food quality.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gerardo Barrios
El Salvador11.1991
Skills
- Decision-Making
- Sanitation Guidelines
- Prioritization and Organization
- Problem and Complaint Resolution
- Creative Thinking
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
Sous Chef
Arbor Terrace Assisted Living
11.2018 - Current
Cook
Potomac Place
05.2011 - 11.2018
Cook
Prince William County Public Schools
09.2007 - 06.2012
Cook
El Majagual
01.1993 - 05.2007
High School Diploma -
Gerardo Barrios
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