Jaime Bacca
Orlando,FL
Summary
Accomplished culinary professional with extensive experience at Universal Orlando Resorts, adept in enhancing kitchen efficiency and customer satisfaction. Excelled in leadership and critical thinking, significantly contributing to menu development and food presentation. Fluent in English and Spanish, proficient in Microsoft Office, demonstrating a proactive approach and quality control analysis.
Professional culinary trainer with proven track record in culinary arts and kitchen operations. Skilled in recipe development, food safety, and efficient kitchen workflow. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving high standards. Reliable and adaptable, able to meet changing needs and ensure consistent results.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook Trainer
Universal Orlando Resorts
03.2024 - Current
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and ingredient organization.
- Implemented time-saving measures during food preparation, enabling swift adaptation to sudden increases in order volume or special requests from customers.
- Increased customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality dishes with prompt service.
- Contributed to menu development, incorporating seasonal ingredients for unique and flavorful dishes.
- Optimized food presentation techniques for visually appealing plates that enhanced the dining experience.
- Assisted executive chef with daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow and efficient resource allocation.
- Maintained high levels of cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen space, adhering to all health code regulations.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper storage techniques and inventory management practices.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to address customer concerns promptly and professionally, resolving issues efficiently as they arose.
- Monitored and managed kitchen staff during busy rush periods to maintain service levels.
- Supported management strategies to build cooperative and skilled kitchen team.
Line Cook
Universal Orlando Resorts
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Catering Services Manager
Foodie Party Miami
03.2020 - 09.2023
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Utilized social media to promote events and increase attendance.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
Cook Shift Leader
Mayo Civic Center
03.2021 - 02.2023
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health department standards for safety and sanitation.
- Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities by overseeing multiple cooking stations simultaneously while maintaining quality control standards.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Successfully managed inventory and reduced waste by carefully monitoring food usage and rotating stock.
Cook
Outback Steakhouse
08.2020 - 11.2021
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Cook
Nupa Greek Restaurant
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Showcased excellent knife skills for precise cutting and preparation of various ingredients.
Cook
Pescara Restaurant
04.2020 - 07.2020
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
Prep Cook
Chipotle
03.2020 - 07.2020
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Education
No Degree - Computer Information Systems
Universidad Centrooccidental Lisandro Alvarado
VenezuelaSkills
- Proactive approach
- Leadership and coaching
- Critical thinking
- Quality control analysis
- Cooking techniques
- Food presentation
- Workstation setup
- Microsoft office (Word, Powerpoint, Excel)
- English advanced
- Spanish Native
Timeline
Line Cook Trainer
Universal Orlando Resorts
03.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Universal Orlando Resorts
08.2023 - 03.2024
Cook Shift Leader
Mayo Civic Center
03.2021 - 02.2023
Cook
Outback Steakhouse
08.2020 - 11.2021
Cook
Nupa Greek Restaurant
06.2020 - 08.2021
Cook
Pescara Restaurant
04.2020 - 07.2020
Catering Services Manager
Foodie Party Miami
03.2020 - 09.2023
Prep Cook
Chipotle
03.2020 - 07.2020
No Degree - Computer Information Systems
Universidad Centrooccidental Lisandro Alvarado
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