Jeuseph Cardona-Figueroa
Chef
Orlando,FL
Summary
Experienced with diverse culinary techniques and creating innovative dishes. Utilizes precise menu planning and kitchen management to drive success. Track record of fostering teamwork and maintaining high standards in fast-paced environments. Gave insight of new dishes and helped staff in a new environments while maintaining guest satisfactions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Lead Supervisor
Planet Hollywood
Orlando, FL
02.2019 - Current
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to service standards and guest satisfaction.
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and presentation standards.
- Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff on food preparation techniques.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
Orlando, FL05-2018
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Cooking techniques
- Knife skills
- Kitchen management
- Meal preparation
- Grilling techniques
- Food plating and presentation
- Culinary expertise
Accomplishments
Taught and mentor staff for 3 months (November 2024-January 2025) stationed in New York to help and get ready for the Grand Opening of Planet Hollywood. Gave insights and changes in new dishes while teaching cooks new culinary skills. Help in securing the success of the newly placed restaurant in a new environment.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Shift Lead Supervisor
Planet Hollywood
02.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School