Jose Oves
Austin,TX
Summary
Punctual professional experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations. Dedicated professional experienced in environments. Focused and collaborative team player skillful in communicating and translating customer requests. Offering deep understanding of food safety, osha and health code requirements. Dependable maintenance technician offering several years of building maintenance and repair experience. In-depth knowledge of hand and power tool operations, safety protocols and general maintenance. Superior expertise in carpentry, electrical systems and exterior and interior lighting system repair.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook 1
Lakeway Resort & SPA
Austin, TX
12.2023 - Current
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
Chef Manager
El Timplillo de Tio Antonio
Tenerife, Spain
04.2020 - 10.2023
- Planned special meals for VIP guests or those with dietary restrictions such as allergies or religious beliefs.
- Monitored costs associated with food production and labor expenses to maintain budgetary goals.
- Enforced health department regulations regarding storage and preparation of foods.
- Scheduled and coordinated daily kitchen staff shifts while ensuring adequate coverage at all times.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates through coaching, counseling, mentoring, and performance reviews.
- Supervised all kitchen operations, including ordering supplies and equipment maintenance.
- Implemented innovative strategies designed to increase efficiency within the kitchen environment.
- Coordinated communication between front-of-house personnel and back-of-house staff during peak business hours.
Construction Worker
JP Companies
Dallas, TX
03.2019 - 02.2020
- Lifted heavy objects into place with cranes or hoists.
- Erected steel framework for buildings using welding equipment.
- Repaired damaged structures with appropriate materials including wood and metal components.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on all tools used during construction process ensuring that they were properly functioning at all times.
- Sustained safety protocols to maintain secure, proper handling of equipment and materials.
Construction Worker
Constructora Vina
Tenerife, Spain
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Performed various carpentry tasks such as constructing walls, installing doors, windows and siding.
- Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.
- Measured distances accurately using tape measures or laser measuring devices.
- Coordinated with other workers onsite to ensure efficient completion of tasks.
Mechanic
Multiservicios West
Venezuela, Venezuela
02.2008 - 05.2016
- Consulted with customers regarding service options available based upon their needs.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Explained technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals who lack technical knowledge.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed in accordance with company standards.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
Education
Certificate - Food Preparation
Metodos
Spain12-2008
High School Diploma -
Cristo Ey
Venezuela07-2007
Skills
- Sanitation
- Supply Restocking
- Fine Dining
- Surface cleaning
- Dish preparation
- Food handling
- Grilling
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Focused and disciplined
- Ingredient Selection
- ServSafe certified
- Food Storage
- Sanitation Practices
- Food Preparation
- Food Plating
- Positive and professional
- Cooking techniques
- Food Handler Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cook 1
Lakeway Resort & SPA
12.2023 - Current
Chef Manager
El Timplillo de Tio Antonio
04.2020 - 10.2023
Construction Worker
JP Companies
03.2019 - 02.2020
Construction Worker
Constructora Vina
07.2018 - 01.2019
Mechanic
Multiservicios West
02.2008 - 05.2016
Certificate - Food Preparation
Metodos
High School Diploma -
Cristo Ey
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