Esteban Bortot
577 Disa Dr,FL
Summary
Knowledgeable Sous Chef with solid foundation in culinary operations, contributing to high-quality dining experiences. Successfully supported kitchen management through effective teamwork and innovative menu planning. Demonstrated excellence in food preparation and kitchen efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Sous Chef
Disney
Orlando, FL
07.2022 - Current
- Demonstrated versatility in preparing various types of cuisine, adapting to changing menu requirements as needed.
- Ensured consistent food quality by closely monitoring preparation and presentation standards.
- Strengthened teamwork among kitchen staff by fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and supportiveness.
- Expedited orders efficiently during peak service hours, ensuring prompt delivery of meals to guests.
- Supported Sous Chef in managing daily kitchen operations, ensuring timely meal preparation for guests.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Kitchen Manager
The Cheesecake Factory
Orlando, FL
04.2019 - 07.2022
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, addressing any skill gaps or growth opportunities through ongoing training initiatives.
- Reduced food waste significantly, carefully managing inventory and implementing sustainability practices.
Lead Line Cook
The Cheesecake Factory
Orlando, FL
07.2016 - 04.2019
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Cultivated positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and strong sense of teamwork.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
- Trained junior cooks on proper cooking techniques, safety protocols, and kitchen etiquette, promoting positive work environment.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Maintained high-quality food standards by ensuring consistent execution of recipes and presentation techniques.
- Implemented effective time-management strategies while prioritizing multiple tasks simultaneously without sacrificing quality or consistency of food items prepared.
- Mentored new hires on company policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure seamless integration into the team.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
Education
High School Diploma -
San Diego De Alcala
Valencia Venezuela 09.2011
Skills
- Sanitation practices
- Cost control
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Employee scheduling
- Workflow optimization
- Food spoilage prevention
- Kitchen management
- Allergen awareness
- Recipe creation
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Assistant Sous Chef
Disney
07.2022 - Current
Kitchen Manager
The Cheesecake Factory
04.2019 - 07.2022
Lead Line Cook
The Cheesecake Factory
07.2016 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
San Diego De Alcala
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