JOSE CARBAJAL
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Veteran Restaurant Owner with hands-on experience in all areas of restaurant operations. Excellent communication, organizational and conflict resolution skills. Proven history of raising profits through maximized productivity and customer satisfaction. Driven leader with strong problem-solving and customer service skills. Dedicated to providing highest level of service to customers and creating pleasant work environment for staff. Knowledgeable in food safety and sanitation protocols. Hardworking and passionate job seeker eager to secure entry-level chef position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Owner/Operator
C&C Kitchen & Catering
09.2020 - 12.2022
- Sourced vendors, negotiated contracts, and managed efficient deliveries of high-quality supplies.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
- Recruited, hired, and trained talented staff to fill vacancies.
- Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Cooked for large groups of people and managing various types of food for large events.
- Followed all safety instructions to avoid injuries when operating heavy equipment in kitchen.
- Crafted exciting catering options for clients.
- Addressed customer complaints with openness and proactivity, attending to concerns personally and offering creative solutions to uncharted problems with food availability, temperature and quantity.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
KITCHEN MANAGER
Ricardo's Mexican Restaurant
01.1997 - 05.2020
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Hired and managed entire kitchen staff.
- Coordinated and organized restaurant inventory.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate meal service and special events, executing smooth operations.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
LINE COOK
DON JOSE'S RESTAURANT
01.1990 - 01.1997
- 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.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
Education
High School Diploma -
BENITO JUAREZ HIGH SCHOOL
MEXICO06.1990
Skills
- Sales Expertise
- Shipment Preparation
- Waste Reduction
- Tool Preparation
- Collaborative Relationships
- Counting Money
- Cost Estimation
- Managing Deliveries
- Handling Payroll
- POS Terminal Operation
- Health Code Requirements
- Restaurant Operation
- Inventory Accuracy
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Restaurant Owner/Operator
C&C Kitchen & Catering
09.2020 - 12.2022
KITCHEN MANAGER
Ricardo's Mexican Restaurant
01.1997 - 05.2020
LINE COOK
DON JOSE'S RESTAURANT
01.1990 - 01.1997
High School Diploma -
BENITO JUAREZ HIGH SCHOOL
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