Jeffrey Ugarte
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Bringing my passion, dedication and creativity to any task Self-motivated [Job Title] used to working in busy kitchen. Proficient in preparing main dishes, appetizers, salads and desserts. Experienced training and supervising new employees.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Pizzaiolo
Dough Pizzeria Napoletana
San Antonio, TX
07.2022 - Current
- Checked temperature of ovens prior to use to ensure optimal cooking temperatures.
- Received deliveries of food items, checking each item against invoices for accuracy.
- Crafted pizzas using proper amount of dough and quantities of toppings according to specifications.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Operated pizza brick oven along with other kitchen equipment to prepare authentic Italian dishes.
Home Health Aide
Alegre
San Antonio, TX
07.2021 - 03.2022
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Helped client move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Accompanied client to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Cared for patient by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
Lead Cook
Ejay
San Antonio, TX
02.2020 - 07.2021
- Executed menus for special events and catering services according to customer specifications.
- Monitored quality of all cooked items throughout the day to guarantee high standards were maintained.
- Oversaw food preparation processes to ensure that orders were completed accurately and efficiently.
- Conducted periodic inventories of kitchen equipment, utensils, and supplies to determine restocking needs.
- Organized frequent tasting sessions with chefs in order to assess the quality of dishes being served.
Cook
Dough Pizzeria Napoletana
San Antonio, TX
05.2018 - 01.2020
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Line Supervisor
Acadiana café
San Antonio, TX
10.2017 - 04.2018
- Reviewed food orders to verify accuracy before they were sent out.
- Followed recipes and procedures to prepare, season and cook food products.
- Operated variety of kitchen equipment to prepare cooked meals.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Directed, supervised, and trained line cooks in preparation of dishes according to recipes and established standards.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
Line Cook
Aramark/Santa Rosa
San Antonio, TX
05.2017 - 08.2017
Lead Cook
Senior Care Center Lakeside
San Antonio, TX
05.2013 - 05.2017
- Planned and prepared meals for up to 200 residents according to dietary requirements, preferences, and nutritional guidelines.
- Ordered food supplies, monitored inventory levels, and ensured quality of ingredients used in meals.
- Monitored temperatures of refrigerators and freezers to ensure safe storage of food items.
- Provided guidance and direction to kitchen staff regarding meal preparation methods, sanitation techniques,safety procedures, & food handling protocols.
- Worked closely with dieticians and nutritionists to develop healthy options for residents' meals.
- Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
Asst. Kitchen Mgr.
Egg & I
San Antonio, TX
08.2010 - 01.2013
- Organized inventory and placed orders for food, equipment, and supplies to maintain appropriate stock levels.
- Monitored food cost percentages and labor costs to ensure budgetary goals were met.
- Reviewed monthly financial reports for accuracy and identified areas needing improvement.
- Facilitated communication between front-of-house staff and back-of-house staff on a daily basis.
- Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
Cook
Regent Care Center
San Antonio, TX
07.2006 - 05.2010
- Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Prepared snacks and beverages for residents throughout the day as requested.
- Assisted in organizing special events such as banquets or holiday gatherings at the nursing home.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas to ensure compliance with health regulations.
Kitchen Manager
Villa De Oro
San Antonio, TX
10.1997 - 04.2006
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, safety protocols and performance reviews.
- Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws governing food service operations.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Evaluated employee performance through observation of work habits, attitude toward customers and adherence to company policies.
Education
Skills
- Ensured all the recipes and ingredients have been added in proper order and combination to give a good taste
- Reviewed menus/production sheets to determine types and quantities of foods to be prepared for all service areas
- Pro-activate in quality control functions by tasting, modifying and/or replacing foods
- Inspected food ready to be served to the guests, making sure all the standards have been followed
- Ensured timely service and sanitation of cooking equipment – Maintained cleanliness and health standards in the working station where the food is prepared
- Ensured rapid refrigeration of unused food to avoid bacteria growth
- Monitored the working of other kitchen staff and juniors and guided them in their tasks
- Maintained timely record of the raw materials being used and placed future orders accordingly
- Measured and mixed according to set recipes
- Received inspected, and stocked supplies
- Managing kitchen staff
- Scheduling / Productivity
- Work on spreadsheets for kitchen budget
- Time management and multitasking
State
TX
Zip
78245
Skills And Experience
- Ensured all the recipes and ingredients have been added in proper order and combination to give a good taste.
- Reviewed menus/production sheets to determine types and quantities of foods to be prepared for all service areas.
- Pro-activate in quality control functions by tasting, modifying and/or replacing foods.
- Inspected food ready to be served to the guests, making sure all the standards have been followed.
- Ensured timely service and sanitation of cooking equipment – Maintained cleanliness and health standards in the working station where the food is prepared.
- Ensured rapid refrigeration of unused food to avoid bacteria growth.
- Monitored the working of other kitchen staff and juniors and guided them in their tasks.
- Maintained timely record of the raw materials being used and placed future orders accordingly.
- Measured and mixed according to set recipes.
- Received inspected, and stocked supplies.
- Managing kitchen staff
- Scheduling / Productivity
- Work on spreadsheets for kitchen budget
- Time management and multitasking.
Shop Experience
- Tool crib attendant organizing and setting up tools for use during shop hrs
- Maintained and operated manual End mill and Lathes for metal fabrication
- Machinist assistant operating CNC machines measuring parts changing cutting tools
- Micrometer Caliper measuring tool
- Primer and painting machined parts
City
San Antonio
Street
9718 Quicksilver Dr.
Timeline
Pizzaiolo
Dough Pizzeria Napoletana
07.2022 - Current
Home Health Aide
Alegre
07.2021 - 03.2022
Lead Cook
Ejay
02.2020 - 07.2021
Cook
Dough Pizzeria Napoletana
05.2018 - 01.2020
Line Supervisor
Acadiana café
10.2017 - 04.2018
Line Cook
Aramark/Santa Rosa
05.2017 - 08.2017
Lead Cook
Senior Care Center Lakeside
05.2013 - 05.2017
Asst. Kitchen Mgr.
Egg & I
08.2010 - 01.2013
Cook
Regent Care Center
07.2006 - 05.2010
Kitchen Manager
Villa De Oro
10.1997 - 04.2006
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