Jose F. Rivas Jr.
Maricopa,AZ
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented culinary professional with a proven track record in high-volume kitchen environments, dedicated to fostering growth and innovation. Committed to organizational success while pursuing opportunities for personal and professional advancement. Leverages advanced culinary techniques and efficient kitchen management to uphold high standards. Expertise in enhancing menu offerings, streamlining operations, and cultivating cohesive team dynamics in fast-paced settings. Eager to collaborate with a forward-thinking team to create impactful solutions that drive company success and elevate the dining experience.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Harrah’s Casino
01.2025 - Current
Sous Chef
Wildhorse Pass Casino
01.2023 - 01.2025
Cook I
Wild Horse Pass Casino
01.2022 - 01.2023
Lead Cook
Desert Diamond Casino
01.2020 - 01.2022
Tournade
HMS Host
01.2018 - 01.2020
Cook
Compass Group
01.2017 - 01.2018
Cook
Xplicit Showclub
01.2016 - 01.2017
Cook
The Cracked Egg
01.2016 - 01.2016
Line Cook/ Cook1
Doubletree by Hilton
01.2014 - 01.2016
Lead Cook/Kitchen Manager
Casino Del Sol
01.2012 - 01.2014
Lead Cook
Pasta Café
01.2008 - 01.2011
Day Crew Lead Cook
Cowboy Café
01.2008 - 01.2011
Shift Lead/Assistant Manager
Dairy Queen
01.2006 - 01.2008
Part Sales Manager
Auto Zone
01.2006 - 01.2008
Shift Lead
University Of Arizona
01.2004 - 01.2006
Line Cook/FOH Supervisor/Kitchen Manager/Sous Chef
Casino Del Sol
01.2001 - 01.2006
Prep Cook/Banquet Cook/Line Cook
Doubletree by Hilton
01.1996 - 01.2001
Education
High School Diploma -
Pueblo High School
01.1996
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Pima Community College
01.1997
Skills
- Enthusiastic Chef/Cook, who excels in quick and efficient preparation of food items for grill, sauté, oven and other cooking stations I have outstanding knowledge of food products, kitchen equipment, safe food handling procedures and organization of supplies Exceptional knife skills, ability to set up the kitchen and cook stations for a high-volume restaurant I have 20 years’ experience in the food business as a line cook, prep cook, Sous Chef, and Kitchen Manager
- Team leadership
- Inventory management
- Safe food handling
- Menu planning
- Customer service
- Food preparation
- Cooking techniques
- Allergen awareness
- Knife skills
- Mentoring and coaching
- Staff training
- Employee scheduling
- Portion control
- Ordering and requisitions
- Equipment usage
- Garnishing and plating
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Pasta making
- Compliance
- Sauce preparation
Timeline
Sous Chef
Harrah’s Casino
01.2025 - Current
Sous Chef
Wildhorse Pass Casino
01.2023 - 01.2025
Cook I
Wild Horse Pass Casino
01.2022 - 01.2023
Lead Cook
Desert Diamond Casino
01.2020 - 01.2022
Tournade
HMS Host
01.2018 - 01.2020
Cook
Compass Group
01.2017 - 01.2018
Cook
Xplicit Showclub
01.2016 - 01.2017
Cook
The Cracked Egg
01.2016 - 01.2016
Line Cook/ Cook1
Doubletree by Hilton
01.2014 - 01.2016
Lead Cook/Kitchen Manager
Casino Del Sol
01.2012 - 01.2014
Lead Cook
Pasta Café
01.2008 - 01.2011
Day Crew Lead Cook
Cowboy Café
01.2008 - 01.2011
Shift Lead/Assistant Manager
Dairy Queen
01.2006 - 01.2008
Part Sales Manager
Auto Zone
01.2006 - 01.2008
Shift Lead
University Of Arizona
01.2004 - 01.2006
Line Cook/FOH Supervisor/Kitchen Manager/Sous Chef
Casino Del Sol
01.2001 - 01.2006
Prep Cook/Banquet Cook/Line Cook
Doubletree by Hilton
01.1996 - 01.2001
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Pima Community College
High School Diploma -
Pueblo High School