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Joaquin Delgado

Inglewood,CA

Summary

Culinary professional specializing in upscale fine dining and grill techniques, with extensive experience in high-volume kitchens. Expertise in fine dining standards, banquet service, and mastery of diverse culinary stations, including protein fabrication and dough production. Recognized for precision and consistency while maintaining safety and cleanliness. Proven leadership in BOH operations, staff training, and enhancing guest experiences, with bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

Saint and Second
Manhattan Beach, California
07.2025 - Current
  • Execute consistent grill and flattop service for upscale dining, and private events.
  • Fabricate premium proteins, including bluefin tuna, hiramasa, salmon filet, and pork chops, to company standards.
  • Prepare fresh pasta dough, flatbread dough, garnishes, and vegetables for lunch and dinner menus.
  • Prepared ingredients and dishes according to restaurant standards and recipes.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen tools and workspaces.

Grill Expert/BOH Shift Leader

Joey Restaurants
Manhattan Beach, California
01.2021 - 08.2025
  • Promoted to Grill Expert and BOH Shift Leader in high-volume upscale kitchen.
  • Directed kitchen workflow during peak service, coordinating stations for over 400 plus covers nightly.
  • Trained and mentored new cooks in grill, sauté, and station management to uphold fine dining standards.
  • Cross-trained in multiple stations including Grill, Sauté, Ovens, Appetizers, Sushi, and Salads to enhance kitchen flexibility.
  • Enforced sanitation protocols while maintaining organized stations to minimize downtime.

Banquet Server/Cook

Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, California
02.2019 - 08.2019
  • Supported catering operations for events hosting more than 1,000 guests on campus and privately.
  • Maintained high hospitality standards during all phases of event preparation and execution.
  • Coordinated with senior culinary and service staff to guarantee successful event outcomes.

Education

High School Diploma -

South East High School
South Gate, CA
06-2015

Skills

  • Grill and protein fabrication
  • Back-of-house leadership
  • Staff training and mentorship
  • Food preparation and safety compliance
  • Culinary presentation and creativity
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Work ethic
  • Bilingual communication
  • Conflict resolution

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Line Cook

Saint and Second
07.2025 - Current

Grill Expert/BOH Shift Leader

Joey Restaurants
01.2021 - 08.2025

Banquet Server/Cook

Loyola Marymount University
02.2019 - 08.2019

High School Diploma -

South East High School

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