Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
English and Spanish
Languages
Timeline
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Jose Soto

San Jose,CA

Summary

Professional culinary expert with strong skills in high-pressure kitchen environments. Proven ability to prepare diverse dishes while maintaining high standards of quality and presentation. Solid track record of collaborating effectively with team members and adapting to changing needs. Known for reliability, culinary creativity, and strong focus on achieving outstanding results.

Diligent [Desired Position] with solid background in culinary techniques and kitchen operations. Demonstrated ability to execute menu items with precision and maintain high standards of food safety and quality. Proven track record of effective teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced environments.

Culinary professional prepared for high-pressure kitchen environments with focus on delivering high-quality dishes. Adept at collaborating with team members to streamline kitchen operations and ensure timely service. Known for flexibility and reliability, with strong commitment to maintaining cleanliness and organization.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Line Cook

Epicurean Group
03.1995 - 11.2024
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.

Pizza Maker

Amici's Pizzeria
04.2020 - 02.2022
  • Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
  • Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
  • Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
  • Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.

Education

Dental Technical

Dental Technology Course
Santa Clara, CA
03-2015

GED -

San Jose High School
San Jose, CA
09-1990

Skills

  • Highly motivated
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Active listener
  • Food safety knowledge
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Following cooking methods

Certification

  • Safe Quality Food Practitioner Certificate – Safe Quality Food Institute.

English and Spanish

it gives me access to two cultures and makes me more  tolerant and open to others.

Languages

English
Elementary

Timeline

Pizza Maker

Amici's Pizzeria
04.2020 - 02.2022

Line Cook

Epicurean Group
03.1995 - 11.2024
  • Safe Quality Food Practitioner Certificate – Safe Quality Food Institute.

Dental Technical

Dental Technology Course

GED -

San Jose High School
Jose Soto