Hiram Lugo Navarro
San Mateo,CA
Summary
Willing to relocate: San Diego Area
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Performance assessments Recipes and menu planning Menu planning Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance Food inventories Utensils and equipment New hire training Company quality standards Problem-solving Food Spoilage Prevention Food Preparation and Safety Sanitation guidelines
Professional culinary specialist with proven track record in high-pressure kitchen environments. Adept at team collaboration and flexible with changing needs, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. Possesses strong skills in menu planning, food preparation, and quality control. Known for achieving high standards and delivering results that exceed expectations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Emirates Airlines Flik
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
04.2023 - Current
- Assisted in managing kitchen operations to ensure adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Implemented effective inventory management practices to reduce spoilage and maintain optimal stock levels.
- Monitored food preparation processes to ensure compliance with quality and presentation standards.
- Trained junior kitchen staff on culinary techniques and best practices for food safety.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen to promote a safe working environment.
Chef
Eurest Roche Molecular
Pleasanton, CA
07.2018 - 12.2022
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work efficient and consistent.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Monitored and controlled overhead and production costs with responsibility for profit and loss.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation and safety processes.
Executive Chef
Eurest Walmart Ecommerce
Millbrae, CA
09.2015 - 07.2017
- Properly handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Hired, trained and managed all kitchen staff, including employee development, issuing disciplinary action and conducting performance reviews.
- Evaluated inventory levels on Basis and placed orders to restock
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Sous Chef
Eurest Visa
Foster City, CA
09.2010 - 03.2015
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work efficient and consistent.
- Evaluated inventory levels on Basis and placed orders to restock
- Mentored more than 12 kitchen staff at all levels to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality ingredients and maintained strong relationships.
- Led daily kitchen meetings to communicate menu changes and ensure alignment among kitchen staff.
Lead Line Cook
Whole Foods Market Inc
San Mateo, CA
03.2002 - 04.2004
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
- Enhanced and maintained central standardized recipe and ingredient repository, including nutritional and cost information.
- Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Executed daily food preparation tasks, maintaining a steady workflow in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to menu specifications, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation.
Education
Culinary - Culinary Arts
Eurest Culinary Academic
Foster City, CA04.2016
Skills
- Team leadership
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Safe food handling
- Food presentation
- Menu planning
- Customer service
- Food preparation
- Kitchen organization
- Cooking techniques
- Allergen awareness
Certification
- Food Handler Certification
- ServSafe
- CDL C
- Non-CDL Class C
Languages
Spanish
Additional Information
Certificate Eurest. Chef Academy
Timeline
Sous Chef
Emirates Airlines Flik
04.2023 - Current
Chef
Eurest Roche Molecular
07.2018 - 12.2022
Executive Chef
Eurest Walmart Ecommerce
09.2015 - 07.2017
Sous Chef
Eurest Visa
09.2010 - 03.2015
Lead Line Cook
Whole Foods Market Inc
03.2002 - 04.2004
Culinary - Culinary Arts
Eurest Culinary Academic