Javier Perez
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Accomplished kitchen leader known for strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Experience in streamlining food preparation processes and mentoring team members to foster a collaborative kitchen environment, ready to drive operational success.
Experienced with managing high-paced kitchen environments and leading cooking teams. Utilizes culinary skills and leadership to ensure smooth operations and quality control. Strong understanding of kitchen safety standards and team coordination.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook Shift Leader
Panda Express
San Antonio, TX
08.2020 - 04.2026
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to food safety standards and operational procedures.
- Trained new cooks on menu preparation techniques and equipment usage for optimal efficiency.
- Coordinated shift schedules, optimizing labor resources and maintaining workflow during peak hours.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, enhancing speed and presentation of dishes served.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health department standards for safety and sanitation.
- Trained and mentored new cooks, resulting in increased productivity and improved teamwork within the kitchen staff.
Shift Leader
Papa Johns
San Antonio, TX
01.2015 - 08.2020
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained and mentored new team members on best practices and customer service standards.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through effective stock rotation techniques.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced order accuracy and speed of service.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies.
Education
No Degree - Medical Office Support
Gary Job Corps
San Marcos, TX10-2010
High School Diploma -
West Oso High
Corpus Christi05-2006
Skills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen organization
- Food storage
- Food preparation
- Quality control
- Multitasking and organization
- Knife skills
- Kitchen management
- Sanitation procedures
- Food presentation
- Sauce making
- Waste reduction
- Ordering supplies
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem-solving
Certification
- ServSafe Managers Certification, ServSafe - 10/1502029
Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
Panda Express
08.2020 - 04.2026
Shift Leader
Papa Johns
01.2015 - 08.2020
No Degree - Medical Office Support
Gary Job Corps
High School Diploma -
West Oso High