James Renz
Bastrop,TX
Summary
Experienced culinary professional with a strong background in high-pressure kitchen environments. Proficient in leading teams and utilizing advanced techniques like grilling, sautéing, and baking. Committed to maintaining food safety standards and crafting a diverse range of specials to enhance the menu.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Firerock Steakhouse
Las Vegas, NV
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
Cook Shift Leader
Wyoming Ale Works
Casper, WY
08.2018 - 11.2019
- Monitored food preparation to ensure quality standards were met.
- Ensured kitchen staff followed health and safety regulations.
- Provided direction to kitchen staff regarding food preparation, cooking times, portion sizes, and presentation of dishes.
- Assisted in developing new menu items based on customer feedback.
- Served as lead cook, guiding and assisting training of less experienced cooks.
Cook
Dsasumo
Casper, WY
02.2017 - 11.2017
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Cook Shift Leader
Red Lobster
Casper, WY
05.2014 - 07.2016
- Monitored food preparation to ensure quality standards were met.
- Trained new cooks on proper food handling techniques.
- Provided direction to kitchen staff regarding food preparation, cooking times, portion sizes, and presentation of dishes.
- Reviewed food orders to verify accuracy before they were sent out.
- Performed regular inventory checks to ensure adequate stock levels were maintained.
Cook
Dave & Busters
Tempe, AZ
05.2012 - 03.2013
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Scottsdale
Scottsdale, AZ08-2013
Skills
- Leadership and Team Management
- Training and Mentoring
- Problem Solving
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Recipe Creations and Modifications
- Advance Cooking Techniques
- Quality Assurance
- Portion Control
Timeline
Cook
Firerock Steakhouse
11.2019 - 02.2020
Cook Shift Leader
Wyoming Ale Works
08.2018 - 11.2019
Cook
Dsasumo
02.2017 - 11.2017
Cook Shift Leader
Red Lobster
05.2014 - 07.2016
Cook
Dave & Busters
05.2012 - 03.2013
Associate of Arts - Culinary
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Scottsdale
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