Jimmy Zafra
Houston,TX
Summary
Seasoned Chef with 28 years of expertise in leading culinary teams and achieving operational goals through strategic menu development. Competent in all aspects of kitchen management, including budgeting and production scheduling. Notable success in boosting restaurant profits and decreasing staff turnover. Authorized to work in the US for any employer.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Chef
D Houston Inc
07.2022 - Current
- Running daily operations of BOH Hiring
- Training
- Ordering food and supplies
- Menu planning & budgeting
- CFO contact ;
- Daryl Dunaway 713-806-2760.
Executive Sous Chef
Georgia James Steakhouse
2023 - 2025
- Increased customer satisfaction through consistent delivery of exceptional dishes, resulting in positive reviews.
- Assisted Executive Chef in cost analysis and budget management, optimizing profitability without compromising quality.
- Ensured compliance with all health department regulations while maintaining a well-organized workspace for optimal efficiency.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly providing guidance towards improvement as necessary.
- Managed inventory control, reducing food waste and optimizing budget allocation.
Camp Boss / Offshore Hotel Accommodations
Aramark Offshore & Remote Sites
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Planned daily menus serving 200 POB (persons on board) 3 meals a day
- Managed 12 employees for daily cooking and hotel housekeeping duties
- Controlled billing, payroll, ordering of goods and food cost
- HR personnel Director;
- Michelle Stevenson 346-370-5446
Education
Associate in Restaurant Management - Professional Cooking
Chicago, ILBachelor's degree - undefined
Skills
- Multilingual abilities
- Culinary oversight
- Menu strategy
- Leadership skills
- Inventory control
- Sanitation protocols
- Event organization
Certification
- Driver's License
- Food Handler Certification
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Executive Chef
D Houston Inc
07.2022 - Current
Camp Boss / Offshore Hotel Accommodations
Aramark Offshore & Remote Sites
01.2018 - 01.2022
Associate in Restaurant Management - Professional Cooking
Bachelor's degree - undefined
Executive Sous Chef
Georgia James Steakhouse
2023 - 2025