ERIK ESTRADA
Midland
Summary
Seasoned Chef De Cuisine with a proven track record at Italian Village Restaurant, enhancing guest satisfaction through innovative dishes and impeccable food presentation. Skilled in cooking techniques and sanitation practices, I excel in multitasking and fostering a safe, efficient kitchen environment. Achieved faster ticket times by optimizing workflow, showcasing strong leadership and customer service abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
TRAILSEND BBQ
03.2013 - 09.2017
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Chef De Cuisine
Italian Village Restaurant
04.2011 - 02.2013
- Optimized kitchen workflow by delegating tasks according to individual strengths, resulting in faster ticket times during peak hours.
- Maintained high levels of sanitation and cleanliness, adhering to strict health code regulations and ensuring a safe working environment.
- Participated in regular menu tastings with ownership and management to evaluate dishes for flavor balance, presentation, and ingredient quality.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by creating innovative and visually appealing dishes using fresh, local ingredients.
Education
High School Diploma -
MIDLAND HIGH SCHOOL
Midland, TX05-2011
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Frying
- Cooking techniques
- Supply restocking
- Food presentation
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Sanitation practices
Timeline
Cook
TRAILSEND BBQ
03.2013 - 09.2017
Chef De Cuisine
Italian Village Restaurant
04.2011 - 02.2013
High School Diploma -
MIDLAND HIGH SCHOOL
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