Imran Robles
Chatsworth,CA
Summary
Accomplished Chef with a rich background at prestigious venues like The Beverly Wilshire, showcasing culinary expertise and exceptional leadership in high-pressure environments. Excelled in enhancing guest satisfaction through innovative meal preparation and effective team collaboration. Skilled in food safety and adaptability, significantly contributing to kitchen efficiency and quality.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Overnight Cook 1 - IRD
The Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel
01.2021 - Current
- In charge of overnight production and cooking (i.e. breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Responsible for overnight employee meals
- Manages all stations
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by preparing consistently high-quality meals for overnight guests.
Cook 1 - The BLVD Restaurant
The Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel
01.2010 - 01.2021
- Oversaw breakfast, lunch and dinner service (expediting, cooking, productions etc.)
- lead 15 cooks overall, 3 services in a union environment.
- Focused on technique development (using new cooking technology, sanitation, sushi production).
- was responsible for training new cooks and covering breaks for station operations.
- managed kitchen operations while chefs are away.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Chef De Partie (Lead Cook)
The Fairmont Southampton
10.2006 - 08.2009
- In charge of 3 Commis cooks members at any given day.
- managed multiple stations in different kitchens namely Ocean Club, Cabana, IRD and Main kitchen
- was responsible for production for multiple kitchens on property
- Implemented time saving guidelines when preparing for multiple kitchen( prepping in bulk for similar menus)
- Assisted in execution for major buffets and banquets for resort operation
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
Chef De Partie (Lead Cook)
The Primavera Ristorante
08.2004 - 10.2006
- Operated on all hot and cold stations for lunch and dinner service.
- Maintained stock level of stations by assisting in creating, evaluating and executing prep list.
- Supervised Preparation activities of kitchen Personnel.
- Supported the Executive Chef in major cooking events.
- Maintained freshness by inspecting Meat and Fish Coolers before dinner service.
- Executed food at a high level with focus on fresh ingredients and seasonal ingredients
Chef De Tournant
The Fiesta World Cafe and Restaurant
09.2002 - 07.2004
- Operated multiple stations at dinner service ( learned sauce development, inventory management and seasonal cooking, scheduling and menu development).
- Collaborated closely with team members to ensure outstanding high-volume service.
- Trained newer team members to work multiple stations.
- was hired as a cook 2 and promoted to CHEF TOURNANT TO assist management in kitchen operations.
- was tasked with developing daily and nightly specials.
Chef De Tournant
The La Gondola Restaurant
11.2000 - 07.2002
- Operated multiple stations lunch and dinner service.
- Trained newer team members to work multiple stations (fresh pasta production).
- Executed both ala carte services and banquet operations.
- Filled in for different cooks for different assignments as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hotel And Restaurant Management
The Philippine Women's University
Taft Avenue, Metro Manila, Philippines03-1998
Skills
- Food safety knowledge
- Knife Skills
- Meal presentation
- Cooking techniques
- Culinary expertise
- Food presentation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking and Organization
- Excellent Communication
- Team Leadership
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
- Employee of the Month, The Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel, August 2014
- Kitchen Star Employee, The Fairmont Southampton, October 2007
Timeline
Overnight Cook 1 - IRD
The Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel
01.2021 - Current
Cook 1 - The BLVD Restaurant
The Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel
01.2010 - 01.2021
Chef De Partie (Lead Cook)
The Fairmont Southampton
10.2006 - 08.2009
Chef De Partie (Lead Cook)
The Primavera Ristorante
08.2004 - 10.2006
Chef De Tournant
The Fiesta World Cafe and Restaurant
09.2002 - 07.2004
Chef De Tournant
The La Gondola Restaurant
11.2000 - 07.2002
- Employee of the Month, The Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel, August 2014
- Kitchen Star Employee, The Fairmont Southampton, October 2007
Bachelor of Science - Hotel And Restaurant Management
The Philippine Women's University
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