Juan Carlos Cruz
Miami
Summary
Dependable [Job Title] with expertise preparing [Type] foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in [Skill] and [Skill]. Diligent restaurant kitchen worker with excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Consistently maintain well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to meeting every preparation and service need. Flexible [Job Title] willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Bringing [Number]-year background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working with team of [Number] cooks. Detail-oriented Prep Cook adept in managing high-volume environments with grace and efficiency. Well-versed in [Skill] and [Skill] with exceptional work ethic.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef de Partie
The elser
Miami
03.2025 - 07.2026
- Prepared and presented high-quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Collaborated with chefs to develop seasonal menu items and special offerings.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations and equipment.
Lead Kitchen Supervisor
The Balfour hotel
Miami
07.2023 - 03.2025
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Coordinated daily kitchen operations to maintain high standards of cleanliness.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to support kitchen functions effectively.
Line Preparation Cook/ team leader
Brio's Pizzeria & Restaurant
Miami
09.2017 - 03.2020
- Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to streamline inventory organization.
- Monitored product freshness and rotated out old products following restaurant stock management schedule.
- Managed [Number]-person staff, supervised preparation of [Type] foods, and detailed steps for readying specialty items, including [Type] and [Type] food.
Line Cook
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants
Miami
01.2015 - 03.2020
- Received food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete entire order together and serve hot.
- Cleaned counters, food preparation areas and equipment with sanitizing spray to reduce risk of cross-contamination.
- Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Prepared items like bacon ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
- Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes.
- Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Transitioned between breakfast and dinner service by [Action] and [Action].
Prep Cook / line cook
The Cheesecake Factory
Miami
04.2010 - 10.2016
- Packaged, arranged and labeled ingredient stock, storing at established temperatures.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Washed, peeled and cut various fruits and vegetables to prepare for serving.
- Fried, grilled and baked foods such as [Type], [Type] and [Type].
- Prepared meats for dish assembly and serving by slicing and [Action].
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Photo art academy
Miami, GoAssociate of Arts -
Miami Dade College
Miami, FLSkills
- Garnishing
- Portioning
- Food rotation
- Ingredients measuring
- Food preparation
- Institutional cooking
- Batch cooking
- Food presentation
- Kitchen sanitation
- Supply Management
- Menu planning
- Kitchen equipment sanitation
- Teamwork
- Food inspection
- Efficient multitasking
- Food processing
- Kitchen organization
- Deep frying
- Cooking Experience
- Ingredient preparation
Timeline
Chef de Partie
The elser
03.2025 - 07.2026
Lead Kitchen Supervisor
The Balfour hotel
07.2023 - 03.2025
Line Preparation Cook/ team leader
Brio's Pizzeria & Restaurant
09.2017 - 03.2020
Line Cook
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants
01.2015 - 03.2020
Prep Cook / line cook
The Cheesecake Factory
04.2010 - 10.2016
Associate of Arts -
Photo art academy
Associate of Arts -
Miami Dade College