Jose Sifontes
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level cook position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep / Line Sous Chef
Afuri Ramen And Dumplings
01.2021 - Current
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Led daily staff meetings to communicate expectations and review safety procedures.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
Prep / Line Cook
Honeybird
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
Line Cook
Breva
02.2018 - 08.2020
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Education
General Diploma -
Alliance Patti And Peter Neuwirth Leadership Academy
Los Angeles, CA06.2017
Skills
- Order Delivery Practices
- Time Management
- Regulatory Standards
- Cleaning and Organization
- Portion Standards
- Sanitization Protocols
- Effective Prioritization
- Chopping Vegetables
- Menu Memorization
- Recipe Preparation
- Safe Work Practices
- Dish Preparation
- Team Oriented
- Stocking and Replenishing
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Cutting Techniques
- Attention to Detail
- Interpersonal Communications
- Kitchen Preparation
- Garnishing and Plating
- Equipment Cleaning and Maintenance
- Willingness to Learn
- Safe Food Handling Procedures
- Team Collaboration
- Sandwich Assembly
- Sauce Preparation
- Temperature Requirements
- Quick-Learning
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Prep / Line Cook
Honeybird
08.2023 - Current
Prep / Line Sous Chef
Afuri Ramen And Dumplings
01.2021 - Current
Line Cook
Breva
02.2018 - 08.2020
General Diploma -
Alliance Patti And Peter Neuwirth Leadership Academy
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