Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
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Juan Gomez Palomino

Juan Gomez Palomino

RIALTO,CA

Summary

Dynamic Kitchen Manager with a proven track record at Eastland Subacute, excelling in food safety and staff training. Expert in inventory management and waste reduction, consistently achieving high health inspection scores. A collaborative leader committed to fostering teamwork and maintaining rigorous sanitation standards in fast-paced environments.

Work History

Kitchen Manager

Eastland Subacute
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
  • Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
  • Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.

Line Cook

Lattc - Los Angeles Trade-technical College
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.

Line Cook

Doubletree By Hilton
  • 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.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
  • Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
  • Mastered various cooking techniques, broadening menu offerings and introducing innovative dishes.

Education

Associate Of Arts - Culinary Arts

Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Los Angeles, CA
2019

Skills

  • Multitasking and organization
  • Customer service
  • Food safety
  • Inventory management
  • Staff supervision
  • Food preparation
  • Staff training and development
  • Kitchen management
  • Inventory control
  • Attention to detail
  • Waste reduction
  • Problem-solving
  • Safe food handling
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Ordering supplies
  • Staff management
  • Vendor relations
  • Operations management
  • Team collaboration and leadership
  • Sanitation standards
  • Health code compliance
  • Food production management
  • Order accuracy
  • Employee scheduling
  • ServSafe certification
  • Cost control
  • Health inspections

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Eastland Subacute

Line Cook

Lattc - Los Angeles Trade-technical College

Line Cook

Doubletree By Hilton

Associate Of Arts - Culinary Arts

Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Juan Gomez Palomino