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
undefinedTimeline
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
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