JAVIER EMILIO NOLASCO LUNA
Tampa
Summary
Culinary professional prepared for dynamic kitchen environments, bringing valuable experience in managing diverse kitchen tasks and enhancing menu quality. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability, consistently delivering exceptional results. Highly skilled in multitasking and maintaining high culinary standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef De Tournant
EDITION Hotels
Tampa, FL
06.2023 - Current
- Boosted employee morale through regular recognition of outstanding performance and fostering a positive work environment.
- Offered prompt, friendly customer service in the dining room to promote pleasant dining experiences.
- Collaborated with sous chefs to develop seasonal menus that showcased diverse culinary techniques and flavors.
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing guest inquiries or concerns and ensuring their dining experience exceeded expectations.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency by implementing effective inventory management practices and reducing food waste.
- Maintained consistent high-quality standards by conducting regular quality checks of all ingredients, preparation methods, and finished dishes.
- Mentored junior staff, providing guidance on cooking techniques, plating presentations, and kitchen safety protocols to foster professional growth.
- Conducted regular staff training sessions on new recipes or cooking techniques to maintain a highly skilled workforce capable of producing consistently excellent results.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations through diligent monitoring of food storage practices and adherence to sanitation guidelines.
Sous Chef
Bouzy Bar by Cru Cellars
Tampa, Florida
01.2023 - Current
- Supervised food preparation and production, maximizing productivity and minimizing waste
- Worked with chef-partner to coach and counsel employees, promoting high-performance standards
- Verified line quality with regular inspections and tests and corrected deficiencies
- Helped bring forth and implement menu ideas for seasonal menus and special events
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on food quality and service levels
- Assisted executive chef with supervising and coordinating culinary activities for multiple on-site dining venues with formal, casual and bistro themes
- Represented restaurant at industry and community events
- Maintained high standards of personal appearance and grooming by wearing proper uniform
Lead Cook/Sous Chef
On Swann
Tampa, FL
12.2020 - 01.2023
- Maintained strict quality standards, checking every item leaving kitchen
- Uphold strict presentation standards, including kitchen, crew members and final dishes
- Enhanced crew performance, training new team members and monitoring work at each station
- Kept front-of-house staff informed of wait times and unavailable items
- Directed smooth preparation of each day's ingredients and station setup
- Utilized diverse cooking techniques, following established recipes to prepare various meal types
- Participated and led daily pre-shift meetings to discuss shift related issues and provide staff with necessary information
- Supervised food preparation and production, maximizing productivity and minimizing waste
- Helped bring forth and implement menu ideas for seasonal menus and special events
- Estimated daily production, communicating daily needs to kitchen personnel
- Operated and kitchen equipment and reported malfunctions
- Brought new employees up to standards with training, mentoring and motivation
Line Cook
StoneWood
Tampa, FL
08.2019 - 12.2020
- Avoided service delays, collaborating with front- and back-of-house team members to meet every customer need
- Covered kitchen needs at any station, filling in for absent team members and bringing cooks up to speed
- Supported kitchen operations by restocking and preparing stations with necessary supplies and equipment
- Maintained sufficient levels of food items on line by monitoring stock and replenishing low materials
- Supported chef and sous chef in all areas, carrying out orders and monitoring performance of all kitchen staff
Sous Chef
Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie
Lakewood Ranch, FL
04.2020 - 07.2020
- Promoted healthy dining options to meet diner needs, business standards and [State] regulations
- Inspected foods throughout each shift, verifying quality and attractiveness of each plate
- Monitored sanitation practices to ensure employees followed standards and regulations
- Instructed cooks or other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food
- Maintained team productivity with effective training and continuous monitoring
Hourly Shift Lead
Five Guys
Riverview, FL
12.2015 - 10.2018
- Set up the line to start prep and for business hours
- Write down the prep list to last the day
- Delegate cleaning tasks to other members of the crew
- Station crew members around to their strong points to make the shift run smoothly
- Multitask throughout the line
- Assisting guest with complicated orders or personally handling allergy orders to ensure the safety and happiness of the guest
Shift Lead/Corporate Trainer
TopGolf
Tampa, FL
12.2016 - 08.2018
- Properly prep for the day and night shifts
- Call out orders as they come to properly send out food in a timely manner
- Assist the line itself whenever needed
- Have trained a separate venue in a different state
- Always striving to stay busy
Education
High School Diploma -
Bloomingdale Senior High School
Valrico, FL06-2014
Skills
- Dish preparation
- High volume production capability
- Focused and disciplined
- Multitasking and prioritization
- Time management
- Customer service oriented
- Flexibility
- Leadership qualities
- Knife skills
- Team management
Accomplishments
- Increased productivity by revamping workflow and restructuring line.
- Supervised team of 12 staff members.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and to complete satisfaction.
Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chef De Tournant
EDITION Hotels
06.2023 - Current
Sous Chef
Bouzy Bar by Cru Cellars
01.2023 - Current
Lead Cook/Sous Chef
On Swann
12.2020 - 01.2023
Sous Chef
Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie
04.2020 - 07.2020
Line Cook
StoneWood
08.2019 - 12.2020
Shift Lead/Corporate Trainer
TopGolf
12.2016 - 08.2018
Hourly Shift Lead
Five Guys
12.2015 - 10.2018
High School Diploma -
Bloomingdale Senior High School
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