Jesse Anthony Robles III
Chandler,AZ
Summary
With 13+ years of experience in preparing and serving diverse cuisine, I am a skilled kitchen leader adept at surpassing guest expectations in high-volume environments. My expertise in motivating employees results in consistently delivering exceptional service, while upholding stringent quality and cost controls. I am highly service-oriented, possess excellent multitasking abilities, and excel in safety management and decision-making.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Supervisor
Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant
Chandler, AZ
10.2023 - Current
- Oversaw cook line, prep production, expeditor roles and closing manager duties.
- Trained new team members on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and company standards.
- Maintained high sanitation standards through routine cleaning protocols and adherence to health regulations.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Set and oversaw weekly and special event menu plans.
- Prepared special event menus for catered functions, accommodating dietary restrictions as needed.
Line Cook-Shift Lead/Certified Trainer
Culinary Dropout
12.2021 - 09.2023
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, organization, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Executive Chef
Off Square Brewing
01.2020 - 08.2021
- Promoted From Sous Chef
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, menu development, catering events, and sanitation and safety processes for restaurant.
- Generated employee schedules, work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
Kitchen Manager
The Lighthouse Restaurant
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Conducted daily and nightly checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and cleanliness.
- Conducted nightly inventory and wrote prep lists.
Education
Business Administration
Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College
High School Diploma -
Mountain Ridge High School
2011
Skills
- Knowledge of kitchen equipment, operation, and maintenance
- Detail Orientated
- Professional Attitude
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Time Management
- Problem Solving Under Pressure
- Knowledge of Food Safety Standards
Timeline
Kitchen Supervisor
Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant
10.2023 - Current
Line Cook-Shift Lead/Certified Trainer
Culinary Dropout
12.2021 - 09.2023
Executive Chef
Off Square Brewing
01.2020 - 08.2021
Kitchen Manager
The Lighthouse Restaurant
04.2019 - 01.2020
Business Administration
Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College
High School Diploma -
Mountain Ridge High School