Juan Lara

• Curate daily fish selections, working closely with fishmongers to ensure the freshest and highest quality seafood.
• Led sushi preparation and presentation in a high-volume, contemporary Japanese restaurant
• Ensured smooth operation of the sushi station during peak service hours including overseeing expo station
• supervise kitchen staff, ensuring all dishes are prepared accurately and promptly while maintaining a clean and sanitary workspace
• Responsible for facilitating orders daily, supplying the kitchen with the necessary ingredients to execute service

· Promoted after excelling as a shift leader in Hakkasan.

· Worked as a secondary and primary leader, assuming responsibility and ensuring the highest level of food quality and customer service when needed.

· Overcame language barriers to work with colleagues, maintaining the glowing reputation of Hakkasan and the Fontainebleau with quality and efficiency.

(2016-2021)

· Developed culinary skills primarily focused on Japanese cuisine, specialized around sushi.

· Developed extensive skills in both line and prep work necessary for efficient, high quality service.

· Worked and managed line and prep work in all restaurants, excelling as shift leader.

· Managed, led, and trained colleagues consistently across all locations.

· Disrupted by COVID pandemic temporarily.