Diego Alejandro Mejía Montoya
Union City,NJ
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience as a cook. Proven expertise in team leadership and food safety, successfully innovating menu items and optimizing inventory management to enhance customer satisfaction. Adept at training staff and implementing process improvements, driving operational excellence in fast-paced environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Domoto by Domo
Closter, NJ
09.2024 - Current
Sushi Chef
Domo Domo Restaurant
Jersey City, NJ
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Crafted high-quality sushi dishes, ensuring adherence to traditional techniques and presentation standards.
- Supervised kitchen staff, providing training on sushi preparation and safety protocols.
- Innovated new menu items, enhancing customer satisfaction and expanding offerings.
- Managed inventory levels, minimizing waste while ensuring fresh ingredient availability.
Production Manager/ Chef
La Chiflada Restaurante Bar
Paterson, NJ
07.2020 - 09.2023
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality service standards.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through effective stock control strategies.
- Trained and mentored staff on operational procedures and customer service excellence.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing productivity and reducing service delays.
Grill Cook
Restaurante La Patrona
West New York, NJ
12.2017 - 05.2019
- Operated grill equipment to prepare diverse menu items efficiently.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and cleanliness throughout kitchen operations.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline cooking processes and improve service speed.
- Trained new team members on grill techniques and safe food handling practices.
Chef
Hotel Portón Medellín
El Poblado Medellín
05.2004 - 12.2017
- Prepared high-quality dishes following standardized recipes and presentation standards
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring freshness and stock rotation
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain cleanliness and organization
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety protocols and cooking techniques
Sous Chef
Eventos Santa Mónica
Medellín
05.2011 - 02.2012
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Developed and refined menu items, enhancing culinary offerings and seasonal selections.
- Trained junior chefs in culinary techniques and kitchen operations.
- Coordinated inventory management, optimizing stock levels and minimizing waste.
Education
Cocina Peruana Novoandina -
Universidad San Ignacio De Loyola
Lima Perú 08.2011
Panadería Y Repostería -
CEFIT
Envigado Antioquía 07.2010
Chef De Cocina -
ESGANT (Escuela Gastronómica De Antioquia)
Laureles, Medellin07.2004
Bachiller -
Gimnasio Los Alcazares
Sabaneta Antioquía 12.2000
Skills
- Team leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food safety
- Inventory management
Timeline
Sous Chef
Domoto by Domo
09.2024 - Current
Sushi Chef
Domo Domo Restaurant
09.2023 - 09.2024
Production Manager/ Chef
La Chiflada Restaurante Bar
07.2020 - 09.2023
Grill Cook
Restaurante La Patrona
12.2017 - 05.2019
Sous Chef
Eventos Santa Mónica
05.2011 - 02.2012
Chef
Hotel Portón Medellín
05.2004 - 12.2017
Cocina Peruana Novoandina -
Universidad San Ignacio De Loyola
Panadería Y Repostería -
CEFIT
Chef De Cocina -
ESGANT (Escuela Gastronómica De Antioquia)
Bachiller -
Gimnasio Los Alcazares