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Jose Luquin

Jose Luquin

sous chef
San Diego,CA

Summary

Seasoned Sous Chef specializing in Type cuisine. Successful Number year record in high-volume kitchens. Career achievements working with head chefs and kitchen staff to meet high standards for taste, presentation and service. Adaptable and enterprising Job Title 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. High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Gifted Sous Chef with undeniable talents in developing menus to draw in clientele. Passionate individual creating healthy dishes made with locally grown ingredients. Ready for new challenge creating tasty meals for successful establishment.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Dana Hotel
04.2008 - Current
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
  • Implemented successful cross-marketing strategies such as food and wine pairings.

Education

Yes - Yes

High School
Tijuana Mexico
04.1998

Skills

  • Chef Assistance
  • Order Delivery Practices
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Collaborative Relationships
  • Dish Preparation
  • Disciplinary Action
  • High-Volume Environments
  • Stocking and Replenishing
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Chef Consultations
  • Ordering and Requisitions
  • Restaurant Operation
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Kitchen Equipment Operation
  • Safe Handling
  • Equipment Purchasing
  • Chef Assistance
  • Chef Assistance
  • Chef Assistance
  • Chef Assistance
  • Chef Assistance
  • Chef Assistance
  • Chef Assistance
  • Chef Assistance
  • Chef Assistance
  • Recruiting and Hiring
  • Create Recipes
  • Kitchen Staff Management
  • Basic Math
  • Hospitality Management
  • Learning Techniques
  • Consistent Presentations
  • Preparing Arrangements
  • Staff Supervision and Coordination
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Cooking Technique Demonstrations
  • Professional Relationships
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Corrective Actions
  • Vendor Contracts
  • Profit Target Achievement
  • Cleaning and Sanitation
  • Recruiting and Hiring
  • Create Recipes
  • Kitchen Staff Management
  • Basic Math
  • Safety and Sanitation Standards
  • Hospitality Management
  • Learning Techniques
  • Consistent Presentations
  • Chef Assistance
  • Chef Assistance
  • Chef Assistance
  • Cooking Technique Demonstrations
  • Professional Relationships
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Corrective Actions
  • Vendor Contracts
  • Estimate Food Needs
  • Wine Expertise
  • Portion Standards
  • Operations Support
  • Strategic Sales
  • Servsafe Certified
  • Temperature Monitoring
  • Motivational Team Management
  • Staff Recruiting and Hiring
  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Menu Planning
  • Brand Loyalty
  • Catering
  • Staff Motivation
  • Employee Performance Oversight
  • Compliance
  • Farm-to-Table
  • Staff Performance Assessments
  • Line Inspection
  • Guest Satisfaction
  • Special Requests
  • High-Quality Ingredients
  • Consistent Supervision
  • Chef Assistance
  • Sales Planning
  • Proper Storage Procedures
  • Dietary Requirements
  • Verify Food Quality
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Procedure Preparation
  • Food Stock and Supply Management
  • Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
  • BOH Operations
  • Chef Assistance
  • Chef Assistance
  • Chef Assistance
  • Work Assignments
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Active Listening
  • Production Preparation
  • Industry Trends
  • Vendor Relations
  • Entrepreneurial Leadership
  • Control Labor Costs
  • Garnishing and Plating
  • Commanding Leadership Style
  • Cleaning and Sanitation
  • Recruiting and Hiring
  • Create Recipes
  • Kitchen Staff Management
  • Chef Assistance
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Timeline

Sous Chef

Dana Hotel
04.2008 - Current

Yes - Yes

High School
Jose Luquinsous chef