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Jorge Diaz

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Proven track record at excelling in team leadership and food safety. Expert in developing seasonal menus and enhancing culinary offerings, I consistently exceed client expectations while maintaining high standards of kitchen efficiency and organization. Passionate about training staff and implementing process improvements.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Blackberry
03.2023 - 05.2025
  • Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering skill development and teamwork.
  • Managed inventory control processes, minimizing waste while maintaining quality standards.
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.

Sous Chef

The Mayfair Hotel
01.2019 - 09.2022
  • Conducted regular quality checks on dishes before service, ensuring consistency in presentation and taste.
  • Led kitchen team during high-volume service periods, maintaining efficiency under pressure.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.

Sous Chef

Artisan House La
11.2015 - 08.2018
  • Developed and executed seasonal menus, incorporating local ingredients to enhance culinary offerings.
  • Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Contributed to successful catering events by coordinating meal preparation and execution, exceeding client expectations on each occasion.

Line Cook

Spago Beverly Hills
08.1997 - 11.2015
  • Prepared high-quality dishes in accordance with menu standards and recipes.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace, adhering to health regulations.
  • Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced kitchen workflow and reduced waste.

Education

Eagle Rock High School
Los Angeles, CA

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Kitchen leadership
  • Food safety
  • Inventory management
  • Food preparation
  • Food presentation

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Sous Chef

Blackberry
03.2023 - 05.2025

Sous Chef

The Mayfair Hotel
01.2019 - 09.2022

Sous Chef

Artisan House La
11.2015 - 08.2018

Line Cook

Spago Beverly Hills
08.1997 - 11.2015

Eagle Rock High School

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