Jose Acosta
Vineland,NJ
Summary
High-performing Chef offering six years of restaurant experience along with professional training and certifications. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams. Management experience, although not in the culinary field, has given me the skills required to lead a team of people and ensure tasks are properly done in a timely manner. Additional educational background in business and management with a focus on the hospitality and tourism industry.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Antvision Media LLC
10.2021 - Current
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Spoke with customers and clients in order to secure jobs for the company
Substitute Teacher
ESS
09.2021 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Line Cook
Texas Roadhouse
10.2020 - 02.2023
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Responsible for the cleaning of all kitchen equipment from grills, ovens, fryers, etc.
- Trained cooks to maintain clean, organized and sanitary workstations.
- Supported management strategies to build cooperative and skilled kitchen team.
Team Leader
Fruta-Mex
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
- Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
- Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
- Responsible for counting inventory and assisted with ordering of products and supplies.
- Kept track of day-to-day finances.
Line Cook
Outlaws Burger Barn & Creamery
01.2019 - 06.2020
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Education
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Strayer University
Washington, DC09.2023
Certification - Culinary Arts
Atlantic Cape Community College
Mays Landing, NJ01.2022
Associate of Arts -
Rowan College of South Jersey
Vineland, NJ09.2020
Skills
- Expense Reports
- Budget Administration
- Contract Management
- Staff Retention
- Project Management
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Time Managment
Timeline
Project Manager
Antvision Media LLC
10.2021 - Current
Substitute Teacher
ESS
09.2021 - Current
Line Cook
Texas Roadhouse
10.2020 - 02.2023
Team Leader
Fruta-Mex
07.2020 - 10.2020
Line Cook
Outlaws Burger Barn & Creamery
01.2019 - 06.2020
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Strayer University
Certification - Culinary Arts
Atlantic Cape Community College
Associate of Arts -
Rowan College of South Jersey
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