Jannette Dominguez
Tampa,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented culinary professional skilled in menu planning and food presentation. Experienced in optimizing kitchen processes and promoting teamwork, ready to enhance culinary operations and elevate guest experiences.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Hard Rock Casino
Tampa, FL
11.2023 - 01.2026
- Prepared high-quality dishes in a fast-paced casino kitchen.
- Assisted with menu planning and ingredient selection for diverse meals.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workspaces.
- Supervised line cooks during meal service to ensure efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders for necessary supplies.
- Collaborated with management to develop seasonal specials and promotions.
- Ensured adherence to health regulations and food safety standards in all operations.
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
- Implemented strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency throughout the kitchen.
- Performed weekly inspections of all equipment for safety compliance.
- Resolved conflicts between kitchen staff members in an efficient manner.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
Gel Coater
Marines Concepts
Sarasota, Florida
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Prepared and mixed gel coatings according to specifications.
- Operated spraying equipment to apply gel coats evenly.
- Monitored curing processes to ensure proper adhesion and finish.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment regularly.
- Assisted in quality control by inspecting coated surfaces for defects.
- Followed safety protocols while handling materials and operating machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline coating processes.
- Documented production activities and material usage accurately.
- Collaborated with team members to develop new techniques for improving productivity.
- Operated forklift trucks to transport materials between locations within facility.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding any issues or changes that may affect production outcomes.
- Cleaned work areas, tools, and equipment after each shift according to established procedures.
- Assisted in training new personnel in safe operation of Gel Coating machines.
- Kept accurate records of all production processes and materials used.
- Checked coating nozzles, piping and air pressure before starting batches.
Line Cook / Sous Chef
Splitsville
Tampa, FL
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Prepared high-quality dishes in a fast-paced casino kitchen.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workspaces.
- Supervised line cooks during meal service to ensure efficiency.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with management to develop seasonal specials and promotions.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders for necessary supplies.
- Ensured adherence to health regulations and food safety standards in all operations.
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
- Implemented strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency throughout the kitchen.
- Oversaw kitchen employee scheduling to meet coverage needs and avoid wasted labor.
- Contributed to the successful execution of catered events from start to finish.
- Assisted with interviewing, hiring and training kitchen personnel.
- Helped staff adhere to tough restaurant requirements through practical discipline and motivation.
- Resolved conflicts between kitchen staff members in an efficient manner.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
Education
High School Diploma -
Samuel W. Wolfson High School
Jacksonville, FL04-2013
Skills
- Food preparation
- Inventory management
- Kitchen sanitation
- Menu planning
- Quality assurance
- Safe food handling
- Food preparation supervision
- Employee scheduling
- Food presentation
- Food Safe Certify
- Kitchen organization
- Detail-oriented
- Kitchen management
- Customer service
Timeline
Sous Chef
Hard Rock Casino
11.2023 - 01.2026
Gel Coater
Marines Concepts
09.2022 - 11.2023
Line Cook / Sous Chef
Splitsville
06.2021 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Samuel W. Wolfson High School