Gerson Franco
Colorado Springs,USA
Summary
Punctual professional experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food, Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations, Focused professional with expertise preparing meals for customers in busy establishments. Versatile professional with experience in food safety, supply management and plating. Courteous and bilingual with excellent multitasking and presentation skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook II
The Broadmoor
Colorado Springs, USA
05.2024 - Current
- Prepared starches for banquets, ensuring optimal plate-ups/buffets
- Contributed to action stations (Pasta, Seafood, and Meat) while also managing banquet parties including plate-ups and buffets based on the demands of my chef.
- Organize and clean my stations, having full knowledge about how to make banquet events from the organization until giving the last touch to the plate.
- Trusted and authorized by chefs to train new kitchen staff members.
- Assist in inventory management to support efficient kitchen operations and organize inventory using the FIFO method to avoid food waste and maintain the quality of our products.
Cook II
Aspen Skiing Company
Aspen, USA
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Tasked with managing the pizza and grill station as a line cook II
- Executed duties involving line setup, station sanitation, and order preparation
- Assisted in inventory management, supporting efficient kitchen operations and organizing inventory through utilization of the FIFO method for minimizing food waste and preserving product quality.
- Prepare dough and sauces from scratch.
Cook III
Hotel Barcelo
San Salvador, El Salvador
11.2019 - 12.2019
- Produced a variety of baked goods, such as puff pastries, Danishes, and cakes
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
Cook III
Hotel Florencia
San Miguel, El Salvador
11.2018 - 12.2018
- Prepared food for various events and plate-ups
- Assisted in food preparation for the cold kitchen, creating dressings from scratch
- Ensured proper station cleanliness by preparing and cleaning equipment before and after use, maintaining high food safety standards.
Education
Technician in Gastronomy
ITCA FEPADE-MEGATEC
La Unión, El Salvador05.2020
Skills
- Ingredient preparation
- Menu memorization
- Food inspection
- Basic cooking techniques
- Organizational
- Banquet event organization
- Knowledge about BEO's
- Food temperatures
- Food handling
- Food presentation
- Grilling
- Focused and disciplined
- Event Catering
- High volume production capability
- Cleaning and organization
Place of birth
Usulután, El Salvador
Country of citizenship
El Salvador
Country of residence
United States
Field of training desired
Culinary
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 06/14/99
- Gender: Male
Language
English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Best time to contact
7 am - 11am
Awards honors certifications
Double Diamond Recognition Award - Aspen Skiing Company February 2023
References
Jonathan Jimenez, +1 (719) 920-6433
Banquet Sous Chef, at The Broadmoor
Timeline
Cook II
The Broadmoor
05.2024 - Current
Cook II
Aspen Skiing Company
01.2023 - 03.2023
Cook III
Hotel Barcelo
11.2019 - 12.2019
Cook III
Hotel Florencia
11.2018 - 12.2018
Technician in Gastronomy
ITCA FEPADE-MEGATEC
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