Jose Ernesto Morales
El Granada,CA
Summary
Motivated and dedicated culinary professional seeking a position that offers growth and the opportunity to further develop my skills. I am a reliable, hardworking, and adaptable team player with strong leadership abilities and a passion for learning. I thrive in fast-paced environments and take pride in maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and kitchen organization.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook / Server /Assistant Food Runner
High Tide Café and Crepery
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Prepare dishes on the line with consistency and attention to detail
- Deliver excellent customer service while running food and supporting the FOH team
- Work efficiently in a dual front-of-house and back-of-house role
- Maintain cleanliness and uphold food safety procedures
- Delivered food promptly and efficiently to tables in busy restaurant environment.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area and ensured proper setup before service.
- Assisted waitstaff by refilling drinks and providing additional support as needed.
Line cook - Prep cook
LA COSTANERA
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Prepared and cooked diverse menu items in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service and quality control.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including grills, fryers, and ovens for cooking tasks.
- Monitored food quality and freshness during meal preparation processes.
- Adapted meals to accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences of customers.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
Kitchen leader
Nido's Backyard
12.2022 - 01.2025
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and hygiene throughout the kitchen.
- Assisted in menu planning and recipe development for seasonal offerings.
- Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and best practices.
- Organized inventory management to ensure timely stock availability.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to enhance customer experience during service.
- Monitored kitchen equipment for proper functionality and scheduled maintenance as needed.
- Performed opening and closing kitchen supervisory tasks with proficient adherence to checklists.
- Kept front line prepared and stocked for peak periods and encouraged staff to prepare small food batches frequently during slow periods.
Skills
- Bilingual English and Spanish
- Strong work ethic; calm and efficient under pressure
- Team-oriented, respectful, and dependable
- Experience leading kitchen teams and supporting smooth operations
- Knowledge of kitchen standards, safety procedures, and food handling
- Skilled in prep work, line cooking, expediting, and maintaining cleanliness
- Experienced in opening and closing procedures
References
- Mario Verde, (510) 407-4404
- Abimael Flores, (202) 746-8478
- Alonso Gonzalez, (510) 830-9751
Timeline
Line Cook / Server /Assistant Food Runner
High Tide Café and Crepery
04.2025 - 10.2025
Line cook - Prep cook
LA COSTANERA
04.2025 - 09.2025
Kitchen leader
Nido's Backyard
12.2022 - 01.2025