Emanuel Ramos

The Lazy Gator

Ruskin, Florida

03.2024 - 02.2025

Developed and executed menu items, maintaining consistency with restaurant's culinary standards.
Managed kitchen staff, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality food production.
Determined schedules and staff requirements necessary to prepare and plate food.
Provided guidance and support to cooks during busy periods or when unexpected issues arise.
Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
Followed recipes and procedures to prepare, season and cook food products.
Consulted with executive chef regarding menu changes or other matters related to the kitchen.
Managed event planning for corporate and private events of up to 500 guests.
Developed menus based on client preferences and budget constraints.
Organized ingredients for cooking, including washing, peeling, cutting and marinating food items.
Projected future needs to requisition food supplies, kitchen equipment and appliances.
Kept records of daily production sheets as well as temperature logs for hot foods.
Maintained accurate inventory records for all supplies needed for the buffet line.
Planned and prepared buffet menus according to customers' requests.
Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.