Ezequiel Gomez
Straits
San Jose,CA
5
years of professional experience
Driven Lead Cook with 8+ years in fast-paced commercial kitchens. Skilled in large-batch production, strict cost controls, and team leadership. Certified in food safety with a focus on consistent execution and safe sanitation practices
Work History
Line Cook
3 Years 5 Months- Prepared ingredients according to menu specifications and food safety standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including grills, fryers, and ovens, ensuring proper usage and maintenance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes for efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations in compliance with health regulations.
Shift Leader
4 Years 9 Months- Supervised daily operations, ensuring efficient service delivery.
- supervises preparation staff, coordinates food service timing, and enforces food safety rules
- Check quality: Inspect ingredients, plating, and portion sizes.
- Control food costs and minimize waste.
- Manage stations: Ensure every line station stays fully stocked and prepped.
- Solve problems: Handle mid-service equipment failures or ticket rushes.
- Train staff: Teach junior cooks recipes, knife skills, and safety standards.
- Support team: Remove workflow blocks and build a positive shift dynamic.
Lead Line Cook
2 Years 10 Months- Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring timely meal preparation and quality standards.
- Mentored junior cooks, enhancing culinary skills and fostering teamwork.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, reducing waste and improving efficiency in service delivery.
Skills
Coaching and Support: Train new hires and step in to help any station that falls behind during a rush
Timeline
Line Cook
Straits
02.2021 - 07.2024Read More
Lead Line Cook
Udon Mugizo
05.2020 - 03.2023Read More
Shift Leader
Din Tai Fung
02.2019 - 11.2023Read More