Johnn Rojas
Oviedo,United States (+1)
Summary
Experienced Culinary Arts student with comprehensive knowledge of food safety protocols, certified in ServSafe, and trained in kitchen safety, sanitation, and hazard prevention, ensuring a clean and secure work environment. Proficient in cooking across various kitchen stations and high-demand catering production. Known for teamwork, attention to detail, and managing kitchen operations effectively. Passionate about diverse cuisines and confident in delivering high-quality culinary results.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Junior Sous Chef
Stefano's Trattoria
Oviedo, FL
07.2021 - Current
- Organized and maintained the daily mise en place for all stations.
- Trained and supervised junior cooks in proper culinary techniques.
- Maintained a clean work area to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Provided guidance to staff members regarding recipes, plating techniques, garnishes and portion control.
- Monitored food temperatures during storage, preparation and service to meet safety standards.
- Created new dishes by combining ingredients in accordance with customer preferences.
- Prepared sauces, dressings, soups, stocks, marinades and other items as needed throughout the day.
- Inspected food deliveries for freshness before storing them properly in designated areas.
- Plated dishes according to established specifications for presentation purposes.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Valencia College
Orlando, FL05-2025
Skills
- Food safety compliance: Maintained strict sanitation and safety protocols
- Proficient in baking, sautéing, and pizza making: experienced in diverse cooking techniques
- Food presentation and plating: Ensures dishes are presented according to standards and customer preferences
- Supervision and Training: Led and trained kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations
- Team collaboration: Worked effectively with multiple stations in fast-paced environments
- Workplace Safety: Ensured adherence to safety guidelines for a safe working environment
- Order Coordination: Managed orders across stations to ensure timely service
- Convection Oven Management: Skilled in operating convection ovens in a high-volume kitchen
Certification
- ServSafe Certification: Complete the standards set for the ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification Examination, Which the America Standards Institute(ANSI) accredits and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP)
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Junior Sous Chef
Stefano's Trattoria
07.2021 - Current
- ServSafe Certification: Complete the standards set for the ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification Examination, Which the America Standards Institute(ANSI) accredits and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP)
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Valencia College
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