Elias Enrique Colina Ortega
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Culinary professional with deep commitment to delivering high-quality dining experiences. Expertise in crafting unique recipes and leading kitchen teams to consistent excellence. Known for adaptability and collaborative approach, ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative chef
Chimichurri's South American Grill
02.2023 - 02.2024
- In charge of all international wine dinner’s creation and prep
Intern cook
Casa mejillón
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Learned how to prepare and serve Venezuelan seafood dishes using the produce from its shores and local techniques
Intern pastry cook
Kakao
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Learned how to make multiple Venezuelan pastries and chocolate
Intern cook
Hotel Casa Arcas
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Worked production, pantry and pastry station
Line cook
Chimichurri's South American Grill
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Worked in the pantry, steam and grill stations
Pantry line cook
El Comedor
02.2021 - 10.2021
- Led the pantry station using traditional and contemporary techniques to prepare Venezuelan cold and hot appetizers and salads
Prep cook
Romero atelier
02.2021 - 10.2021
- Prepared and cooked Venezuelan delicatessen and preserves
Intern cook and Hospitality services
El Comedor
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Completed a 600 hour internship learning multiple skills and techniques at the pantry station and earned hospitality service (FOH) experience
Intern cook
El Asador
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Completed a 200 hour internship learning different techniques and preparations from the Venezuelan 'Llanos' region at the production area
Education
Culinary School -
Caracas Culinary Institute (I.C.C)
Caracas02.2022
Chocolate bean to bar workshop -
Cacao de Origen
Caracas04.2021
D2 Digital Photography -
Roberto Mata School of Photography
09.2019
Bachelor -
C.E.A.P.U.C.V
07.2019
D1 Digital Photography -
Roberto Mata School of Photography
07.2018
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Food presentation
- Meal Preparation
- Grilling Techniques
- Kitchen Operations
- Ingredient Knowledge
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food plating and presentation
- Allergen awareness
- Recipe creation
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 07/07/01
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Creative chef
Chimichurri's South American Grill
02.2023 - 02.2024
Intern cook
Casa mejillón
12.2022 - 02.2023
Intern pastry cook
Kakao
10.2022 - 12.2022
Intern cook
Hotel Casa Arcas
07.2022 - 09.2022
Line cook
Chimichurri's South American Grill
02.2022 - 07.2022
Pantry line cook
El Comedor
02.2021 - 10.2021
Prep cook
Romero atelier
02.2021 - 10.2021
Intern cook and Hospitality services
El Comedor
11.2020 - 01.2021
Intern cook
El Asador
01.2020 - 03.2020
Chocolate bean to bar workshop -
Cacao de Origen
D2 Digital Photography -
Roberto Mata School of Photography
Bachelor -
C.E.A.P.U.C.V
D1 Digital Photography -
Roberto Mata School of Photography
Culinary School -
Caracas Culinary Institute (I.C.C)
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