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Jose Luis Dominguez

Jackson Heights, Queens ,NY

Summary

Dynamic Chef with extensive experience and knowledge in wide verity of cultural food, specializing in authentic Mexican cuisine and innovative menu planning. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through creative daily specials and effective team collaboration. Skilled in food safety and sanitation, ensuring compliance while reducing waste and optimizing kitchen efficiency.

Culinary professional with deep commitment to delivering high-quality dining experiences. Expertise in crafting unique recipes and leading kitchen teams to consistent excellence. Known for adaptability and collaborative approach, ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction.

Experienced with diverse culinary techniques and creating innovative dishes. Utilizes precise menu planning and kitchen management to drive success. Track record of fostering teamwork and maintaining high standards in fast-paced environments.

Knowledgeable Chef with robust background in diverse culinary environments. Proven history of creating innovative dishes that align with modern dining trends and enhance customer satisfaction. Demonstrated expertise in menu planning and kitchen management.

Culinary professional with strong background in high-pressure kitchen environments. Expertise in menu development, ingredient sourcing, and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation. Known for fostering collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and consistently achieving desired results. Skilled in team leadership, inventory management, and culinary innovation.

High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation. Knowledgeable Chef with robust background in diverse culinary environments. Proven history of creating innovative dishes that align with modern dining trends and enhance customer satisfaction. Demonstrated expertise in menu planning and kitchen management.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chef

Mexi Restaurant
02.2024 - Current
  • Prepared diverse Mexican dishes, ensuring quality and authenticity in every meal.
  • Assisted in menu planning, incorporating seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace to uphold health standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes for efficiency.
  • Monitored inventory levels and reported shortages to ensure timely replenishment of supplies.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on food safety protocols and cooking techniques.
  • Developed creative daily specials that enhanced customer dining experience and satisfaction.
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
  • Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.

Chef

Esquina Tequila
01.2020 - 01.2024
  • Implemented portion control measures to reduce waste while maintaining dish integrity.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
  • Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.

Line Cook

Nittis Italian Restaurant
10.2018 - 01.2020
  • Prepared and cooked high-quality dishes in fast-paced kitchen environment.
  • Collaborated with team to ensure efficient food preparation and service delivery.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to uphold safety standards.
  • Assisted in training new staff on kitchen procedures and best practices.

Line Cook

Pampano
01.2014 - 10.2018
  • Monitored inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking of ingredients and supplies.
  • Developed new menu items based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced kitchen workflow efficiency.

Line Cook

Skiny Cantina
06.2012 - 12.2014
  • Coordinated with front-of-house staff to optimize food presentation and service timing.
  • 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.

Line Cook

Metlife/ Jet Blue Company
02.2008 - 05.2012
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.

Education

High School Diploma -

Queens North
Long Island City, NY

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Customer service
  • Knife skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Kitchen management
  • Food presentation
  • Meal preparation
  • Attention to detail
  • Food quality
  • Effective communications
  • Team collaboration
  • Grilling techniques
  • Ingredient knowledge
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Kitchen equipment operation
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Allergen awareness
  • Sauce preparation
  • Sanitation guidelines
  • Recipe creation

Certification

Food Protection Certificate

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

It would be a pleasure to be part of your team.

It would be a pleasure and honor working with you, I will give the best of me and will be  open to learn from others.

Timeline

Chef

Mexi Restaurant
02.2024 - Current

Chef

Esquina Tequila
01.2020 - 01.2024

Line Cook

Nittis Italian Restaurant
10.2018 - 01.2020

Line Cook

Pampano
01.2014 - 10.2018

Line Cook

Skiny Cantina
06.2012 - 12.2014

Line Cook

Metlife/ Jet Blue Company
02.2008 - 05.2012

High School Diploma -

Queens North

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