JOHN VARGAS
PHOENIX,AZ
Summary
Hardworking Kitchen Supervisor driven to maximize guest satisfaction with exceptional food. Train, discipline and motivate team members to new levels of excellence. Proven history of innovative dishes, effective leadership and maximized productivity.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook I
Omni Hotel At ASU
Tempe, AZ
03.2023 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
Lead Cook
Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel
Phoenix, AZ
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Prep dishes for guests with dietary restrictions
- Delegated jobs within kitchen depending on restaurant traffic and employee skill.
- Took over line positions in event of emergency.
- Supervised line cooks to monitor food safety and order accuracy
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Omni Hotels & Resorts At The Montelucia
Scottsdale, AZ
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Delegate tasks and set timelines for each task
- Prep for groups ranging from 10-750 people per group
- Maintain clean workspace
- Prep for current and following shift
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
Admin Project Manager
WW Solar, LLC
Phoenix, AZ
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Point of reference between sales representatives, home owners, and installers
- Constant follow up with installing company to ensure projects are in progress
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
Banquet Cook
Sheraton Grand At Wild Horse Pass
Phoenix, AZ
09.2018 - 02.2021
- Practiced safe work habits to avoid possible injury to self or other employees.
- Learned menu items produced by assigned station to achieve proper quantities.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
Cook 2
Renaissance Hotel Phoenix Downtown
Phoenix, AZ
01.2017 - 09.2018
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Kitchen Manager
Bitter & Twisted Cocktail Parlour
Phoenix, AZ
02.2016 - 01.2017
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Education
General Management Certificate - General Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ02.2021
Culinary Certificate - Culinary Studies
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Scottsdale
Scottsdale, AZ04.2014
High School Diploma -
Skyline West
Peoria, AZ05.2010
Skills
- Regulatory Standards
- Operation and Control
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Staff Meetings
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Proper Food Temperatures
Accomplishments
- Achieved 1st Place by completing preliminary round for Marriott's "Master of the Craft" with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with the banquet team of The St. Regis Deer Valley Resort in the development of the holiday season 2019.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cook I
Omni Hotel At ASU
03.2023 - Current
Lead Cook
Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel
04.2022 - 06.2022
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Omni Hotels & Resorts At The Montelucia
09.2021 - 04.2022
Admin Project Manager
WW Solar, LLC
10.2020 - 09.2021
Banquet Cook
Sheraton Grand At Wild Horse Pass
09.2018 - 02.2021
Cook 2
Renaissance Hotel Phoenix Downtown
01.2017 - 09.2018
Kitchen Manager
Bitter & Twisted Cocktail Parlour
02.2016 - 01.2017
General Management Certificate - General Management
University of Phoenix
Culinary Certificate - Culinary Studies
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Scottsdale
High School Diploma -
Skyline West
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