Jose J. Rivera Vazquez
Executive Chef
Plant City,FL
Summary
Hardworking and reliable employee with extensive background operating cash registers, stocking merchandise and providing excellent customer service. Highly organized, proactive and punctual. Works well within team settings. Punctual Executive Chef 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.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cashier
Dollar General
Plant City, FL
05.2023 - 05.2023
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
Markdown Associate
Ross Dress for Less
Brandon, FL
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Scan the items and those that are on sale had to be organized by size in the clearance area.
Scanning and Packing Product
Burlington Coat Factory Warehouse
Edgewater, NJ
07.2017 - 10.2017
- Scanning Product and packing.
Chef Saucier
Som Saa Restaurant
London, UK
05.2016 - 06.2017
- Prepare sauces and other accompaniments for dishes.
Chef Saucier
Thai Chokdee Restaurant
Milan, Italy
04.2013 - 04.2016
- Prepare Sauce and other accompaniments for dishes.
- Train new kitchen talent.
- Carry out the Restaurant Inventory.
Prep Line Cook & Chef Saucier
Hotel Midmost
Barcelona, Spain
03.2012 - 04.2013
- Assembled food orders according to recipes and instructions provided by chefs or supervisors.
- Followed proper food handling methods as outlined by health department guidelines.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation of ingredients to ensure quality standards were met.
- Assisted with menu item preparation including chopping vegetables, marinating meats and preparing sauces.
- Operated kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, stoves and slicers according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Communicated effectively with other members of the kitchen staff regarding meal preparation procedures.
- Ensured that all foods were cooked at the appropriate temperatures for safe consumption.
- Organized food storage areas ensuring that all items were properly labeled and dated.
- Managed inventory levels for perishables ensuring that adequate amounts were available at all times.
- Helped train and develop new talent.
Waiter, Host, Dish Washer, Kitchen Assistant
Red Resto & Lounge
Buenos Aires, Argentina
10.2011 - 02.2012
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure repeat customers.
- Checked with customers to ensure that they were enjoying their meals.
- Performed cashier duties such as taking payments, counting change, and issuing receipts.
- Suggested additional items to customers based on their preferences and needs.
- Answered phone calls for reservations or takeout orders in a professional manner.
- Delivered food from kitchen, fulfilling additional requests to maximize guest satisfaction.
- Took orders from patrons accurately and efficiently.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Instituto De Banca Y Comercio - Hato Rey
Hato Rey, PR 08.2010 - 08.2011
High School Diploma -
Colegio Vocacional Para Adultos
Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico 05.2009 - 06.2010
Associate of Arts - Culinary Chemistry
Instituto Argentino De Gastronomia
Buenos Aires, Argentina 10.2011 - 12.2011
Skills
- Returns Processing
- Product Recommendations
- ID Verification
- Cash Register Operation
- Customer Service
- Conflict Resolution
- Staff Training
- Staff Coordination
- Dish Preparation
- Menu Development
- Menu Supervision
- Bilingual in Spanish, English, Portuguese, Italian and a Little Thai
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Limited
Italian
Limited
Thai
Elementary
Portuguese
Limited
Certification
- Culinary Art Certificate
- Puerto Rican Cuisine Certificate
- Italian Cuisine Certificate
- Vietnamese Cuisine Certificate
- Thai Cuisine Certificate
Affiliations
Play Volleyball, Read,Learn about other cultures and their cuisine, Learn Language, Watch movie, i like to acquire knowledge and skills in other work areas.
Timeline
Cashier
Dollar General
05.2023 - 05.2023
Markdown Associate
Ross Dress for Less
10.2022 - 12.2022
Scanning and Packing Product
Burlington Coat Factory Warehouse
07.2017 - 10.2017
Chef Saucier
Som Saa Restaurant
05.2016 - 06.2017
Chef Saucier
Thai Chokdee Restaurant
04.2013 - 04.2016
Prep Line Cook & Chef Saucier
Hotel Midmost
03.2012 - 04.2013
Associate of Arts - Culinary Chemistry
Instituto Argentino De Gastronomia
10.2011 - 12.2011
Waiter, Host, Dish Washer, Kitchen Assistant
Red Resto & Lounge
10.2011 - 02.2012
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Instituto De Banca Y Comercio - Hato Rey
08.2010 - 08.2011
High School Diploma -
Colegio Vocacional Para Adultos
05.2009 - 06.2010
Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteHybridRemoteImportant To Me
Healthcare benefitsCareer advancementFlexible work hours4-day work weekWork-life balancePersonal development programsCompany CulturePaid sick leaveWork Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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