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Edgar Rojas

San Jose,CA

Summary

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. Culinary professional with comprehensive experience in high-pressure kitchen environments, driving quality and efficiency. Known for exceptional culinary skills and ability to innovate while maintaining consistency. Reliable team collaborator with focus on achieving culinary excellence and adapting to evolving needs. Experienced with high-volume kitchen environments, food preparation, and team coordination. Utilizes advanced culinary techniques and efficient kitchen management to ensure high standards. Track record of fostering cohesive team dynamics and maintaining consistent quality in fast-paced settings. Proficient Sous Chef highly effective at operating in fast-paced, demanding environments. Adaptable professional with success handling any challenge. 4-year background. Adaptable and enterprising sous chef with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading successful teams. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time. 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. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

AR Kitchen
1506 Dell Av Campbell,ca 95008
06.2012 - Current
  • Supervised kitchen operations to ensure high-quality food preparation and presentation.
  • Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering skill development and teamwork.
  • Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations to uphold kitchen standards.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
  • Introduced new culinary techniques to the team, elevating the overall skill level and leading to more diverse menu offerings for guests.
  • Served as an integral part of the hiring process for new kitchen staff members, contributing valuable insights into candidate selection based on experience and skill set compatibility with existing team dynamics.
  • Enhanced team performance with regular skill-development workshops and hands-on training.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.

Education

High School Diploma -

Newark Memorial High School
Newark, CA
06.2010

Skills

  • Food safety
  • Staff supervision
  • Food preparation
  • Staff training and development
  • Kitchen management
  • Problem-solving
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Food production management
  • Kitchen staff coordination
  • Conflict resolution
  • Scheduling
  • Employee monitoring
  • Team leadership
  • Employee supervision
  • Critical thinking

Timeline

Sous Chef

AR Kitchen
06.2012 - Current

High School Diploma -

Newark Memorial High School