Jose Castro
Cook
Costa Mesa,CA
Summary
An adaptable and enterprising a cook with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading successful teams. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time. A dedicated Head Cook passionate about creating memorable meals. Knowledgeable of different styles of cultural food. Offering successful career history comprising more than 10 years. Forward-thinking professional working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cook Shift Leader
Three Monkies Japanese Kitchen
Huntington Beach, CA
01.2011 - Current
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Coordinated hiring and training activities for kitchen and back-of-house employees while continuously monitoring performance.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Aligned seasonal promotions with ingredient availability to maximize profits.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Cook Shift Leader
Le Pain Quotidian
Newport Beach, CA
03.2017 - 04.2022
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Developed recipes, portion specifications and standard preparation procedures for all dishes.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Education
High School Diploma -
Iinlo
El Salvador 08.1994 - 05.1998
Skills
Dietary restrictions
Food plating and presentation
Proper food storage
Meal scheduling
Food spoilage prevention
Staff Management
Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
Le Pain Quotidian
03.2017 - 04.2022
Cook Shift Leader
Three Monkies Japanese Kitchen
01.2011 - Current
High School Diploma -
Iinlo
08.1994 - 05.1998