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Hector Vega

Napa,CA

Summary

Results-driven culinary leader with expertise in teamwork, problem-solving, and customer service. Proven ability to train and mentor kitchen staff while managing high-volume service periods efficiently.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Dependable and dedicated Sous Chef with over 13 years of experience in culinary operations. Skilled in training teams, enhancing menu offerings, and maintaining high food safety standards while ensuring exceptional customer service.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Banquets

Stanley Ranch, Auberge Collection
Napa, CA
06.2025 - Current
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Helps to train the young cooks to be successful in the kitchen and events.
  • Helps prepared food for events and helps lead events.

Sous Chef

Maritage Resort
Napa, CA
05.2013 - 06.2025
  • Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Developed and executed seasonal menus, enhancing guest dining experiences through innovative dishes.
  • Trained junior chefs on culinary techniques, improving team efficiency and skillset.
  • Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through effective stock rotation practices.
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.

Bottega-Chef De Partie

Bottega Restaurant
Napa, CA
05.2010 - 05.2013

Responsible for setting up stations.

Chef De Partie

Angel Restaurant
Napa, CA
05.2007 - 06.2010

French restaurant with California influence, responsible of the team cooks and their training.

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Decisive
  • Helpful
  • Bold
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Honesty
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Calm under pressure
  • Problem resolution
  • Decision-making

Timeline

Lead Banquets

Stanley Ranch, Auberge Collection
06.2025 - Current

Sous Chef

Maritage Resort
05.2013 - 06.2025

Bottega-Chef De Partie

Bottega Restaurant
05.2010 - 05.2013

Chef De Partie

Angel Restaurant
05.2007 - 06.2010
Hector Vega