JONATHAN LOPEZ
Nashville
Summary
Dedicated professional with over 7 years of diverse experience, demonstrating strong leadership and exceptional teamwork skills. Though my career in management is recent, the position was proposed to me by celebrity chef, Jordan Arcuri, who viewed me as a protege. Recognized for effective communication and collaboration with the line despite me being in a FOH position, consistently contributing to team success during those busy nights and always maintaining my cool. Committed to continuous learning and growth in every aspect of the culinary and hospitality world.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Harpers Steakhouse
Nashville
07.2023 - Current
- Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to food safety and quality standards.
- Collaborated with executive chef on menu development, incorporating seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Trained and mentored junior staff in execution of dishes
- Streamlined food preparation processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing waste during peak service hours.
- Managed inventory control, optimizing supply orders to maintain optimal stock levels and minimize costs on a weekly basis
- Conducted kitchen audits
- Handled all forms of ordering, from proteins, produce, bar supplies, dry goods and paper goods
Expeditor
Tony's of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Was in charge of training new expeditors and food runners in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Oversaw kitchen operations to ensure that menu items were prepared on time and to a high standard.
- I'm one to stand up when a team member is going down to ensure that the establishment's status is constantly efficient.
Sauté Cook
Tony's of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
07.2018 - 11.2021
- Prepared more than 50 dishes per day while maintaining a high customer satisfaction rate in a fast-paced environment.
- Sanitized kitchen counters and preparation areas to avoid foodborne illness and cross-contamination.
- Assisted other staff members in completing job tasks in order to keep the kitchen running smoothly during peak times.
Education
High School -
Princeton High School
Cincinnati, OH01.2020
Some college (No degree) - Psychology
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OHSkills
- Genuine passion for hospitality
- Extremely adaptable
- Strong team member/ leader
- Food presentation at a relative high standard
- Food safety understanding
- Mentoring and coaching
- Employee scheduling
Certification
TABC , food handlers, fire safety and Management Servsafe
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Sous Chef
Harpers Steakhouse
07.2023 - Current
Expeditor
Tony's of Cincinnati
11.2021 - 04.2022
Sauté Cook
Tony's of Cincinnati
07.2018 - 11.2021
Some college (No degree) - Psychology
University of Cincinnati
High School -
Princeton High School