Jason Montedoro
Verona
Summary
Seasoned Floating Chef with strong skills in food safety, kitchen management, and meal preparation. Committed to delivering exceptional food quality and customer satisfaction while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Floating Chef
Longwood At Oakmont
Verona, PA
12.2023 - Current
- Grilled various meats and vegetables to perfection using commercial-grade grills and smokers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of grill station, adhering to food safety standards.
- Monitored inventory levels of grill supplies, ensuring availability for high-demand shifts.
- Adjusted cooking methods based on customer preferences and dietary restrictions efficiently.
- Managed grill station during busy periods, effectively handling multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining quality standards.
- Maintained clean, organized grill stations for hygienic, orderly food preparation.
- Adhered to strict food safety guidelines to prevent cross-contamination and ensure a safe dining experience for guests.
- Followed recipes and kitchen procedures for consistent food quality, presentation and standards.
- Efficiently managed time by prioritizing tasks according to importance and urgency.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing any concerns or special requests promptly and professionally.
- Demonstrated initiative by taking on additional responsibilities during busy periods or when shortstaffed.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper portion control and efficient cooking techniques.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to address any order modifications or dietary restrictions efficiently and accurately.
- Developed daily specials using fresh, seasonal ingredients to provide variety for customers.
- Work omlet station every other sunday for 4hrs non stop
Hot Cook
Seneca Communities
Verona, PA
01.2021 - Current
- Prepared and cooked diverse meals in compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Coordinated kitchen workflow to ensure timely meal service for residents.
- Monitored food quality and presentation, ensuring consistency across all dishes served.
- Ensured dish presentation met visual standards, resulting in consistently appealing plates that delighted diners.
- Handled special dietary requests with care, creating satisfying meals tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Working many different kinds of cooking equipment ovens slicers steamers fryers tilt skillets flat tops
- Cutting fresh meats and vegetables
- Baking cakes cookies muffins brownies cobblers breads from scratch or frozen
- Will need little training
Executive Chef
Station Brake Cafe
Wilmerding, PA
10.2009 - 12.2021
- Developed and executed seasonal menus to enhance dining experience and promote local ingredients.
- Collaborated with front-of-house team to ensure seamless service and address guest feedback promptly.
- Oversaw inventory management, maintaining optimal stock levels while minimizing costs and spoilage.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
- Created visually appealing plate presentations, enhancing the overall dining experience for patrons.
- Managed kitchen staff for efficient food production, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality dishes.
- Developed custom menus for clients with specific dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring their utmost satisfaction during their dining experience.
- Expanded catering services through strategic marketing efforts, increasing event bookings and revenue streams.
- Streamlined kitchen processes for improved efficiency and faster service times.
- Mentored junior chefs, enhancing team skills and fostering culture of continuous improvement.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Allegheny High School
North Versailles, PASkills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife skills
- Food quality
- Kitchen management
- Food presentation
- Meal preparation
- Attention to detail
- Effective communications
- Kitchen operations
- Grilling techniques
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Ingredient knowledge
- Verbal and written communication
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Hospitality service expertise
- Allergen awareness
- Sanitation guidelines
- Sanitation practices
- Portion and cost control
- Made-to-order meals
- Company quality standards
- Butchery skills
- Pastry skills
- Steaming techniques
- Special diets
- Baking techniques
Timeline
Floating Chef
Longwood At Oakmont
12.2023 - Current
Hot Cook
Seneca Communities
01.2021 - Current
Executive Chef
Station Brake Cafe
10.2009 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
East Allegheny High School