Esteban Lopez Paez
Roselle Park,NJ
Summary
Innovative culinary professional known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in menu development, inventory management, and food safety compliance. Excel at team leadership, communication, and ensuring seamless kitchen operations and exceptional dining experiences.
Determined united states military and culinary specialist accomplished in serving meals quickly and efficiently to large groups. Competent in proper food storage techniques, inventory calculations, maintaining food temperatures and cleaning procedures. Team-oriented with excellent communication skills allowing efficient operations and rapid service.
Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Culinary Specialist
US Navy
San Diego, California
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Performed quality control checks on all cooked foods before serving them to customers.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Reviewed weekly orders from suppliers to ensure freshness of ingredients used in dishes.
- Ordered necessary supplies from vendors within budget constraints.
- Conducted inventory of food items and supplies in order to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding storage, preparation, and service of food items.
- Checked stock deliveries for safety, quality and quantity.
- Maintained budget by monitoring inventory and purchases to reduce spending.
- Cleaned, sanitized and maintained food storage, preparation and serving areas.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
Education
High School Diploma -
Roselle Park High School
Roselle Park, NJ06-2019
Skills
- Pastry skills
- Estimating and ordering stock
- Inspecting deliveries
- Food service
- Guest interaction
- Sanitizing and cleaning
- Sanitation procedures
- Delivery inspections
- Estimating and ordering inventory
- Workstation maintenance
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Culinary Specialist
US Navy
01.2020 - 01.2025
High School Diploma -
Roselle Park High School