Jorge Valentin
Brooklyn,N.Y
Summary
Trained in cooking techniques including all aspects of food preparation and line operations. Culinary Arts program graduate with industry certifications including food sanitation and safety. 10 years of on the job experience. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, setting up the line station, maintaining a clean and sanitary environment while working, and in food production and timing. Seeking to apply skills and restaurant experience to provide excellent quality and service to customers.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Line Cook/sous Chef
Stowaway
10.2021 - Current
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Maintained high-quality food standards by ensuring consistent execution of recipes and presentation techniques.
- Collaborated with management to design and implement cost-control measures, reducing food waste and overall expenses.
- Assisted executive chef in menu planning by researching current culinary trends and suggesting unique flavor combinations.
Line Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Weighed and portioned all foods to comply with standard procedure
- Perform all opening and closing duties
- Worked Fry/mid/and grill and GU(dishwasher) station when needed
- Worked Prep/Hot Prep shifts.
Lead Line Cook /prep
Lavender lake
06.2017 - 09.2018
- Setting up line cook station
- Receiving deliveries (lifting up to 50lb), ensuring quality and quantity then storing away products in their rightful storage areas
- Labeled and dated all foods stored and rotated food as needed
- Manned all stations and assembled dishes according to chef's standard
- Trained new workers.
Line Cook/Prep/Expeditor
Northern Bell
11.2014 - 05.2017
- Prepare and Cook brunch/dinner menu according to chef's standard, expedite dishes ensuring consistency and quality of prepared foods as needed for service
- Open Restaurant upon arrival and receive deliveries as scheduled.
Education
Certificate in Culinary Arts -
Kingsborough Community College
Certificate in food protection -
NYC DOH
ServSafe Food Handlers -
National Restaurant Association
09.2023
High school Diploma -
Secondary School for Journalism
06.2011
Skills
- Exceptional Knife Skills
- Professional appearance, attitude and demeanor
- Safe Food Handling
- Inventory Management
- Kitchen Organization
- Able to work efficiently without supervision
- Accept feedback and criticism
- Stand and walk for long periods of time
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Lead Line Cook/sous Chef
Stowaway
10.2021 - Current
Line Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
11.2018 - 03.2020
Lead Line Cook /prep
Lavender lake
06.2017 - 09.2018
Line Cook/Prep/Expeditor
Northern Bell
11.2014 - 05.2017
Certificate in Culinary Arts -
Kingsborough Community College
Certificate in food protection -
NYC DOH
ServSafe Food Handlers -
National Restaurant Association
High school Diploma -
Secondary School for Journalism
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