Jesus Alvarez
Fort Worth
Summary
Experienced with high-volume kitchen environments, food preparation, and team coordination. Utilizes efficient kitchen management to ensure high standards. Track record of fostering cohesive team dynamics and maintaining consistent quality in fast-paced settings. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Chef
Woodshed Smokehouse
03.2025 - Current
- Learned kitchen safety protocols and sanitation practices to maintain a clean cooking environment.
- Oversaw kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to food safety standards and quality control procedures.
- Supported inventory management by tracking stock levels and assisting with ordering supplies.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak dining hours.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Implemented cost-control measures, optimizing ingredient usage while maintaining high-quality food production.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items, learning new recipes and techniques efficiently.
- Fostered a positive working environment among kitchen team members that encouraged collaboration, creativity, and open communication.
Sous Chef
Woodshed Smokehouse
06.2022 - 03.2025
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations to promote efficiency and safety.
- Monitored inventory levels, assisting in ordering supplies to ensure uninterrupted kitchen operations.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols for optimal performance.
- Executed daily cooking tasks while adapting quickly to changing demands during peak service hours.
- Utilized various kitchen equipment efficiently to prepare meals within established timeframes.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
Cook
Woodshed Smokehouse
06.2020 - 06.2022
- Prepared diverse menus in compliance with food safety regulations.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, ensuring high-quality meal preparation.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen workflows and enhance productivity.
- Assisted in inventory management, maintaining stock levels of ingredients and supplies.
- Trained new staff on cooking techniques and safety protocols to uphold standards.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Food Runner
Woodshed Smokehouse
09.2016 - 06.2020
- Delivered food and beverages to tables efficiently, ensuring timely service and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline order delivery and minimize wait times.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of dining areas, enhancing guest experience.
- Communicated effectively with servers to clarify orders and address special requests promptly.
- Enhanced workflow by optimizing table assignments based on volume and guest needs during peak hours.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally during peak hours or unexpected rushes at the restaurant.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing duties effectively for maximum productivity.
- Collaborated with the kitchen staff to ensure accuracy of orders, minimizing order errors and complaints.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly delivering food orders to tables and maintaining communication with kitchen staff.
- Reduced wait times by efficiently transporting completed orders from the kitchen to the appropriate tables.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Side High School
Fort Worth, TX06-2018
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- ServSafe certification
- Team leadership
- Hiring, training, and development
- Inventory control
- Safe food handling
- Kitchen staff management
- Food prep planning
- Catering and events
- Creative thinking
- Hygiene policy implementation
- Inventory management
- Staff scheduling
- Food presentation
- Allergy awareness
- Order management
- Sanitation standards
- Attention to detail
- Forecasting and planning
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Portion and cost control
Certification
- Texas Food Manager Certification Program Training - 2022
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Executive Chef
Woodshed Smokehouse
03.2025 - Current
Sous Chef
Woodshed Smokehouse
06.2022 - 03.2025
Cook
Woodshed Smokehouse
06.2020 - 06.2022
Food Runner
Woodshed Smokehouse
09.2016 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
North Side High School
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