Joseph Herrera
Summary
High-performing Chef offering 15+ years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
Energetic Kitchen Manager enthusiastic about working with high-performance teams. Personable, responsible and hardworking professional. Dedicated to innovative dishes, effective budgeting and top-of-the-line customer service. Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Eres Companies
Carlsbad , NM
2020.06 - 2021.09
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation and safety processes.
- Estimated food consumption and requisitioned food, selected and developed recipes, standardized production recipes for consistent quality and established presentation technique.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
Sous Chef
Permian Lodging
Carlsbad , NM
2019.05 - 2020.05
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
Night Shift Manager
Target Logistics
Carlsbad , NM
2018.09 - 2019.07
- Prepared materials for following shift.
- Oversaw restocking of supplies and other functions to prepare for daytime business.
Cook Manager
YellowBrix Restaurant
Carlsbad , NM
2012.05 - 2017.11
- Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Placed food orders with suppliers on weekly basis, taking into account kitchen budget and expected demands.
- Instituted positive kitchen atmosphere for all staffers through effective communication, consistent training and positive reinforcement.
Night Shift Manager
Rojas Mexican Grill
Carlsbad , NM
2009.02 - 2022.06
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Education
Human Resources Management
Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL05.2024
High School Diploma -
Carlsbad High School
Carlsbad, NM05.2006
Skills
- Safety and Security Enforcement
- Operational Efficiency
- Persuasive Negotiations
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Order Management
- Safe Food Handling
- Restaurant Operation
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Executive Chef
Eres Companies
2020.06 - 2021.09
Sous Chef
Permian Lodging
2019.05 - 2020.05
Night Shift Manager
Target Logistics
2018.09 - 2019.07
Cook Manager
YellowBrix Restaurant
2012.05 - 2017.11
Night Shift Manager
Rojas Mexican Grill
2009.02 - 2022.06
Human Resources Management
Saint Leo University
High School Diploma -
Carlsbad High School
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