Ian Rodriguez
Cathedral City,CA
Summary
Dynamic kitchen manager with a proven track record at F10 Creative, excelling in inventory management and food safety. Expert in high-volume dining, I successfully implemented seasonal menu changes and trained staff, enhanced operational efficiency and reduced waste. Committed to delivering exceptional culinary experiences while maintaining a well-organized kitchen environment.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
F10 Creative
09.2024 - Current
- Supervised kitchen operations to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for food preparation and storage.
- Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
- Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Managed scheduling and payroll for kitchen staff, ensuring optimal staffing levels during busy periods.
Sou Chef
Cafe La Jefa
04.2021 - 2023
- Implemented seasonal menu changes, incorporating fresh local ingredients into dishes.
- Monitored inventory levels, assisting in ordering supplies to minimize waste.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
Chef De Cuisine
The French Miso
2021 - 2022
- Managed kitchen operations to ensure high-quality food preparation and presentation standards.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Education
No Degree - HVAC
College of The Desert
Palm Desert, CANo Degree - Culinary Arts
College of Desert
Palm Desert, CAHigh School Diploma - Deploma
Cathedral City High School
Cathedral City, CA06.2010
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Food preparation
- Kitchen management
- Safe food handling
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Ordering supplies
- Supply ordering
- Kitchen equipment maintenance
- High volume dining
- ServSafe certification
- Purchasing
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
F10 Creative
09.2024 - Current
Sou Chef
Cafe La Jefa
04.2021 - 2023
Chef De Cuisine
The French Miso
2021 - 2022
No Degree - HVAC
College of The Desert
No Degree - Culinary Arts
College of Desert
High School Diploma - Deploma
Cathedral City High School