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John Diaz

San Jose,CA

Summary

High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.

Overview

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1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Chef at Oakmont of Silver Creek

Oakmont Management Group
San Jose, CA
04.2024 - Current
  • Directed culinary operations, ensuring menu innovation and adherence to quality standards.
  • Managed kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative environment and enhancing team performance.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.

Executive Chef at Oakmont of San Jose

Oakmont Management Group
San Jose, CA
02.2022 - 04.2024
  • Trained new team members on culinary techniques, enhancing kitchen workflows.
  • Managed business operations, inventory control, and customer service to ensure seamless restaurant functionality.
  • Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
  • Developed kitchen staff through targeted training and performance reviews to elevate team capabilities.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.

Sous Chef

Oakmont Management Group
San Jose, CA
10.2021 - 02.2022

Assisted Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, overseeing staff production and sanitation while contributing to menu preparation and goal achievement.

  • Trained kitchen staff in high-pressure preparation tasks, enhancing team readiness and skill.
  • Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service delivery.
  • Developed and implemented seasonal menus, enhancing culinary offerings and guest satisfaction.

Junior Sous Chef

Pacific Retirement Services
San Francisco, CA
10.2021 - 01.2022

Lead Cook

Morrison Living
San Mateo, CA
11.2018 - 12.2021
  • Monitored cooks and dishwasher performance and suggested improvements to streamline processes and increase team efficiency.

Line Cook At Compass Group

The Peninsula Regent
San Mateo, CA
01.2015 - 12.2018

Skills

  • Menu development
  • Menu planning
  • Food safety
  • Safe food handling
  • Cost control
  • Inventory management
  • Kitchen management
  • Food prep planning
  • Catering and events
  • Team leadership
  • Menu innovation
  • Dietary restrictions
  • Creative thinking
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Fine dining

Certification

Serv Safe Manager and Basic Certified

Timeline

Executive Chef at Oakmont of Silver Creek

Oakmont Management Group
04.2024 - Current

Executive Chef at Oakmont of San Jose

Oakmont Management Group
02.2022 - 04.2024

Sous Chef

Oakmont Management Group
10.2021 - 02.2022

Junior Sous Chef

Pacific Retirement Services
10.2021 - 01.2022

Lead Cook

Morrison Living
11.2018 - 12.2021

Line Cook At Compass Group

The Peninsula Regent
01.2015 - 12.2018
John Diaz