Jorge Mejia
Miami,FL
Summary
Expert Chef de Cuisine with exceptional skills in managing staff of 21, ordering and controlling inventory, scheduling, and menu development. Advanced baking and knife capabilities. Sound knowledge of all cooking equipment and techniques. Consistently maintains food and labor costs under allowed budget.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Cuisine
Byblos Miami
01.2020 - 09.2024
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Oversaw preparation of creatively-designed recipes.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Created menus for various events and holidays.
Mezze
Byblos Miami
02.2017 - 01.2020
- Managed salad prep and customized items for customers satisfaction.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
Grill Chef
Byblos Miami
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Distributed food to team members with efficiency in high-volume environment.
- Cooked regular menu items and seasonal offerings
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
Line Cook
Dolce Italian Restaurant
09.2012 - 01.2015
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Sous Chef
Bolognese Italian Restaurant
11.2011 - 01.2014
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
Line Cook
Klark's Irish Restaurant
06.2007 - 10.2011
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Butcher Assistant
Smith and Wollensky Steak House
09.2005 - 10.2011
- Packaged and weighed products and supported individual product selection process.
- Rotated products to prevent meat spoilage and loss of resources.
- Prepared and smoked meats with care and followed kitchen recipes.
- Ground, cut and arranged various meat products.
- Confirmed and coordinated orders with suppliers and arranged delivery details.
Education
High School Diploma -
Romulo E. Duron
Honduras 12.2004
Skills
- Food Safety Standards
- Creativity and Innovation
- Grilling Techniques
- Menu development
- Fine-dining expertise
- Knife Skills
- Food presentation
- Knowledge of cooking equipment
Accomplishments
- Recognized for Food and Wine Festival: Best of the Best Showcase 2022-2024.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chef De Cuisine
Byblos Miami
01.2020 - 09.2024
Mezze
Byblos Miami
02.2017 - 01.2020
Grill Chef
Byblos Miami
01.2015 - 01.2017
Line Cook
Dolce Italian Restaurant
09.2012 - 01.2015
Sous Chef
Bolognese Italian Restaurant
11.2011 - 01.2014
Line Cook
Klark's Irish Restaurant
06.2007 - 10.2011
Butcher Assistant
Smith and Wollensky Steak House
09.2005 - 10.2011
High School Diploma -
Romulo E. Duron
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