Jose Marmolejos
Middletown,New York
Summary
Motivated Sous Chef polished in keeping kitchen staff on task and handling high-volume work. Knowledgeable about sourcing ingredients, maintaining budgets and maximizing customer satisfaction. Works with management to analyze food costs and forecast business trends to meet company goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Creative Edge Parties
New York, NY
07.2017 - 02.2024
- Coordinated with vendors to obtain necessary supplies for catered events on time and within budget.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels and placed orders as needed for catering supplies.
- Provided guidance to new employees on cooking techniques, sanitation procedures, and customer service expectations.
- Managed staff of cooks and other kitchen personnel in the preparation of meals for events.
Prep Cook
Canard Inc.
New York, NY
07.2014 - 06.2017
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
- Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Cooked meats, fish, poultry or other foods using various methods such as baking, frying or grilling.
Sous Chef
Pinch Design
New York, NY
07.2012 - 03.2014
- Contributed to the successful execution of catered events from start to finish.
- Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with line cooks while providing constructive feedback where necessary.
Sous Chef
Creative Edge Parties
New York, NY
11.2001 - 07.2012
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and recipes.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
Skills
- Food Preparation
- Menu Memorization
- Dish preparation
- Food Safety
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Employee Scheduling
- Staff Training
- Kitchen Management
- Sanitation Procedures
- Computer Skills
Certification
- DOH Certificate
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Sous Chef
Creative Edge Parties
07.2017 - 02.2024
Prep Cook
Canard Inc.
07.2014 - 06.2017
Sous Chef
Pinch Design
07.2012 - 03.2014
Sous Chef
Creative Edge Parties
11.2001 - 07.2012
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