Jesse Acosta
Bryan,TX
Summary
An ambitious Sous Chef with a proven track record at Ronin Farm & Restaurant, I excel in high-volume food preparation and kitchen management, ensuring top-notch quality and safety standards. Skilled in farm-to-table concepts and special dietary needs, I've successfully trained teams, enhancing both efficiency and customer satisfaction. My expertise in dish preparation and positive leadership stands out, contributing significantly to our esteemed culinary reputation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Ronin Farm & Restaurant
08.2018 - Current
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
Fry Cook & Expo
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
06.2017 - 11.2019
- Read food order slips or received verbal instructions to properly prepare and cook food.
- Cleaned and maintained fryers and grills to keep appliances in working condition.
- Cleaned, stocked, and restocked workstations and display cases.
- Operated large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers or griddles.
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent cross-contamination and spoilage.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Received and stored food supplies, raw materials and other ingredients.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Maintained spotless and tidy dining area by throwing away food wrappers on tables, emptying trash receptacles and cleaning floors during slow periods.
Line Cook
Maddens Casual Gourmet
04.2015 - 10.2017
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mary Catherine Harris High School
Bryan, TX05-2015
Skills
- Dish preparation
- Plating
- Station oversight
- Customer service
- Detail-oriented
- Staff training
- Kitchen management
- Kitchen organization
- Farm to table
- High-quality ingredients
- Knife skills
- Special dietary requirements
- Team leadership
- Positive and professional
Timeline
Sous Chef
Ronin Farm & Restaurant
08.2018 - Current
Fry Cook & Expo
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
06.2017 - 11.2019
Line Cook
Maddens Casual Gourmet
04.2015 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
Mary Catherine Harris High School
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