Deza Valero
West Jordan
Summary
8 years of experience in the food service industry. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Head Sushi Chef
Blind Dog
Park City
08.2023 - 08.2025
- Developed innovative recipes for sushi rolls.
- Created, tested and implemented new menu items to drive customers satisfaction.
- Trained and supervised a team of 5 sushi chefs in the preparation of traditional Japanese cuisine.
- Managed inventory of ingredients, kitchen equipment, utensils and supplies to ensure availability for production.
- Monitored food quality standards to maintain a consistent product offering for customers.
- Created and managed the schedule of the staff.
- Placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Reviewed customer feedback regularly and incorporated into operations as necessary.
Store Clerk
High West Distillery
Park City
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries.
- Organized merchandise displays to enhance store presentation.
- Maintained inventory levels through regular stock checks.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient store operations.
- Provided product knowledge training to new staff members.
- Organized store shelves according to product type and size.
- Stocked shelves with incoming shipments of products from vendors or suppliers.
Sushi chef
Blind Dog
Park City
04.2021 - 08.2023
- Prepared sushi rolls with fresh ingredients and traditional recipe.
- Ensured quality of products was consistent though out shift.
- Followed proper food handling techniques to ensure safety of customers.
- Demonstrated knife skills to properly prepare ingredients for sushi rolls.
- Efficiently handled multiple orders simultaneously during peak hours.
- Greeted restaurant guests arriving at establishment and explained special sushi items and options from the menu.
- Prepared and presented sushi dishes with precision and creativity.
Line Cook/ Pastry chef
Five5eeds
Park City
07.2020 - 04.2022
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment and working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Adhered to portion controls.
- Prepared pastries according to recipes provided by the restaurant.
Intern/ Line Cook
Hyatt Regency Park City
Park City
06.2018 - 07.2020
- Preformed basic knife skills.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Assisted in prep work.
- Plated dishes according to the restaurant presentation standards.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Assisted in prep work for banquet events.
- Observed chefs in the kitchen to understand techniques and methods used in food preparation.
- Preformed quality checks on cooked dishes before they were served.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Hospitality Management
La Salle University
Ozamiz City, PhilippinesSkills
- Inventory Control
- Recipe development
- Food safety compliance
- Team leadership
- Food Safety
- Multi-tasking
- Creativity
- Knife skills
- Sanitation
Certification
SarvSafe Certication
Timeline
Head Sushi Chef
Blind Dog
08.2023 - 08.2025
Store Clerk
High West Distillery
11.2022 - 11.2023
Sushi chef
Blind Dog
04.2021 - 08.2023
Line Cook/ Pastry chef
Five5eeds
07.2020 - 04.2022
Intern/ Line Cook
Hyatt Regency Park City
06.2018 - 07.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Hospitality Management
La Salle University