Jorge Humala

Key Responsibilities:

• Mastered various cooking techniques, including grilling, saucing, broiling, frying, saute and prep.
• Prepared dishes from scratch daily, utilizing a wide range of cooking methods and kitchen tools.
• Demonstrated excellent knife skills and accurate measurement of ingredients.
• Followed detailed recipes and portioned ingredients accurately to ensure consistency and quality.
• Worked efficiently on a fast-paced assembly line, ensuring quick and accurate preparation of multiple orders simultaneously.
• Arranged food items on plates or trays, ensuring the final product met presentation and quality standards.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, ensuring a smooth workflow.
• Collaborated with the kitchen team to ensure timely preparation of dishes.
• Assisted in training new kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques, safety protocols, and restaurant procedures.
• Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
• Managed special dietary requests, ensuring compliance with customer needs and food safety standards
• Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
• Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
• Contributed to the development and testing of new menu items.
• Implemented waste reduction techniques to maximize ingredient use and reduce food waste.

Key Responsibilities:

• Employed diverse cooking methods such as grilling, saucing, broiling, frying, saute and prepping to prepare meals from scratch daily.
• Specialized in cooking steaks to perfection, ensuring optimal doneness and flavor for each order.
• Demonstrated proficiency in making pizzas, from preparing dough to adding toppings and baking to perfection.
• Ensured all dishes were expertly cooked, emphasizing flavor, presentation, and consistency.
• Exhibited superior knife skills and precise ingredient measurements to maintain high quality.
• Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
• Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate
• Kept the kitchen clean, organized, and efficient at all times.
• Worked collaboratively with team members to ensure seamless kitchen operations and timely dish preparation.

• Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, and desserts, ensuring all items were made to order and met the restaurant’s quality standards.
• Utilized various cooking techniques such as grilling, sautéing, broiling, frying, and baking to create diverse menu items.
• Followed detailed recipes and portion control guidelines to ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and quality.
• Managed the preparation and handling of ingredients, including meats, seafood, vegetables, and sauces, with precision and care.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Worked efficiently in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple orders simultaneously and ensuring timely service.
• Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations and timely preparation of dishes during peak service times.
• Assisted in training new kitchen staff on cooking techniques, safety protocols, and kitchen procedures.
• Regularly inspected food items to ensure quality and freshness, making adjustments as needed to maintain high standards.
• Contributed to menu development by providing feedback on new recipes and dish improvements.