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Johnny Mendez

206 Cameo Ave San Antonio,TX

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience as a Lead Cook at The Pigpen Neighborhood, excelling in menu planning and kitchen management. Proven track record in enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative recipes and effective crew training. Skilled in food safety and inventory management, optimizing ingredient usage while minimizing waste.

Work History

Lead Cook

The Pigpen Neighborhood
  • Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Developed and implemented new recipes, enhancing menu offerings and customer satisfaction.
  • Trained junior cooks on culinary techniques and operational procedures, fostering team development.
  • Managed inventory levels, optimizing ingredient usage and minimizing waste in food preparation.
  • Conducted quality control checks on dishes before service, ensuring presentation and flavor consistency.
  • Collaborated with management to streamline kitchen workflows, improving service efficiency during peak hours.

Produce Associate

HEB Grocery Store
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of produce department to enhance customer experience
  • Assisted in receiving and stocking fresh produce, ensuring quality standards were met
  • Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies to optimize stock availability
  • Engaged with customers, providing product information and recommendations to boost sales
  • Implemented safety protocols during daily operations to ensure a secure working environment
  • Collaborated with team members to efficiently complete tasks and meet departmental goals

Education

High School Diploma -

Southwest Highschool
San Antonio, TX

Skills

Meal preparation

Kitchen management

Food safety

Kitchen organization

Crew training

Menu planning

Food inventory management

Spoilage prevention

Food presentation

Ingredient preparation

Cost reduction

Timeline

Lead Cook

The Pigpen Neighborhood

Produce Associate

HEB Grocery Store

High School Diploma -

Southwest Highschool
Johnny Mendez