Gilberto Hernandez
Savannah,GA
Summary
Motivated professional with several years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Creative and artistic professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook 1
The Landings Club
Savannah, US
05.2024 - Current
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
Lead Line Cook
Love's Seafood & Steak House
Savannah, US
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Improved employee performance by providing constructive suggestions and encouragement.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
Lead Line Cook
Churchill's pub
Savannah, US
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Maintained cleanliness in the kitchen area by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Developed menus with chefs, taking into account seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Assisted in developing cost-effective strategies to reduce waste while ensuring quality control.
- Adjusted seasonings to ensure flavors were balanced throughout each dish.
- Performed other related duties as assigned by the Head Chef or Kitchen Manager.
- Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
Jr. Sous Chef
Savannah Seafood Shack
Savannah, US
04.2018 - 08.2021
- Organized and maintained the daily mise en place for all stations.
- Trained and supervised junior cooks in proper culinary techniques.
- Maintained a clean work area to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Assisted in developing recipes for special events or catering functions.
- Checked food portioning for optimal presentation and cost control.
Warehouse Worker
Bravo Food Systems, LLC
Savannah, US
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Assembled orders according to customer requests.
- Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Monitored temperature and humidity levels in the warehouse environment.
- Followed established guidelines for picking orders accurately.
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Kayak Kafé
Savannah, US
05.2017 - 02.2018
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
Ramen Chef
Splendid Shabu
Savannah, US
01.2015 - 05.2017
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Checked quality of raw materials before use.
- Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
Education
High school diploma -
Windsor Forest High School
Savannah, GA05.2017
Skills
- Ingredient inspection
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Server Communication
- Portioning
- Professional Attitude
- Kitchen Sanitization
- Workload Management
- Knife Skills
- Crew training
- Food Preparation
Languages
- Spanish, Fluent
- English, Expert
LANGUAGE
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Line Cook 1
The Landings Club
05.2024 - Current
Lead Line Cook
Love's Seafood & Steak House
06.2023 - 05.2024
Lead Line Cook
Churchill's pub
08.2021 - 06.2023
Warehouse Worker
Bravo Food Systems, LLC
09.2020 - 05.2021
Jr. Sous Chef
Savannah Seafood Shack
04.2018 - 08.2021
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Kayak Kafé
05.2017 - 02.2018
Ramen Chef
Splendid Shabu
01.2015 - 05.2017
High school diploma -
Windsor Forest High School
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