JOSEPH HIDALGO-ANCHETA
North Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Food service professional with extensive experience in kitchen management and culinary operations. Known for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety while fostering collaborative team environment. Reliable and adaptable, with strong skills in leadership and problem-solving.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Marufuku Ramen
Las Vegas, NV
10.2024 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and optimizing supply chain efficiency.
- Developed training programs for new hires, enhancing team performance and food preparation skills.
- Collaborated with culinary team to create seasonal menu items, improving customer satisfaction and engagement.
- Implemented daily operational checklists to maintain consistency in food quality and service speed.
Lead Line Cook
Shogun Ramen
Las Vegas, NV
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
- Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to efficiently organize inventory.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
- Collaborated with servers to collect information about specific customer desires and dietary needs.
Line Cook
Zen Curry Dining
Las Vegas, NV
04.2019 - 07.2022
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Prepared over a hundred Japanese meals daily, consistently collaborating with kitchen and FOH staff to maintain service flow.
Food Demonstrator
Club Demonstration Services At Costco
Las Vegas, NV
05.2016 - 04.2019
- Utilized well-developed communication and persuasion skills by promoting special offers and encouraging purchases of demonstrated products.
- Set up area for product demonstration neatly and made sure all necessary food and informational materials nearby.
- Prepared demonstration foods and placed on napkins or plates for attractive display.
- Assisted customers in locating items, addressed questions and provided product samples.
Server
Jasmine Express
Las Vegas, NV
05.2015 - 04.2016
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV05-2025
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Server Communication
- Back of House Operations
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Chopping Vegetables
- Multitasking and organization
- Food safety
- Inventory management
Certification
ServSafe Certified
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Marufuku Ramen
10.2024 - Current
Lead Line Cook
Shogun Ramen
07.2022 - 06.2024
Line Cook
Zen Curry Dining
04.2019 - 07.2022
Food Demonstrator
Club Demonstration Services At Costco
05.2016 - 04.2019
Server
Jasmine Express
05.2015 - 04.2016
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
College of Southern Nevada