Efren Ramos
Summary
Energetic Chef de Cuisine experienced in creating and executing innovative meal concepts. Oversaw high-volume catering operations while maintaining food safety and sanitation standards. Managed line service for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, ensuring quality and consistency while effectively controlling food costs.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef de Cuisine
Wall Street Grill
NEWYORK
03.2018 - Current
- Developed seasonal menus highlighting local ingredients and culinary trends.
- Supervised kitchen staff, training and guiding in advanced cooking techniques to enhance culinary skills.
- Ensured food safety and sanitation standards were consistently maintained in the kitchen.
- Collaborated with suppliers to source and select high-quality ingredients, ensuring menu items met culinary standards.
- Managed inventory and controlled costs, minimizing waste in food production through effective stock management.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff for efficient service during peak hours.
- Designed presentation styles for dishes to enhance guest dining experiences.
Chef de Cuisine
Uncle Jack’s
NEWYORK
- Supervised kitchen staff, providing training and guidance on cooking techniques.
- Ensured food safety and sanitation standards were consistently maintained in the kitchen.
- Managed inventory, controlling costs while minimizing waste in food production.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff for efficient service during peak hours.
- Scheduled shifts for kitchen staff according to restaurant needs.
- Tracked kitchen's inventory and ordered new food and supplies when needed.
- Managed staff of cooks, dishwashers, and other kitchen personnel.
- Trained new hires in proper kitchen procedures.
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment.
Skills
- Menu creation
- Recipe creation
- Food safety compliance
- Food safety standards
- Inventory management
- Cost control
- Supplier collaboration
- Staff training
- Culinary trends
- Food presentation
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Customer service
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Chef de Cuisine
Wall Street Grill
03.2018 - Current
Chef de Cuisine
Uncle Jack’s