JUAN CARLOS BERNAL
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Accomplished Lead First Cook at Savant Senior Living, adept in kitchen management and cooking techniques. Excelled in mentoring junior staff and maintaining high sanitation standards, contributing to consistently passing health inspections. Demonstrated exceptional knife skills and a keen understanding of food pairings, significantly enhancing dining experiences.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead First Cook
Savant Senior Living
06.2024 - Current
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
- Mentored junior cooks, providing guidance on proper cooking techniques and kitchen safety protocols.
- Maintained strict adherence to food safety standards, successfully passing health inspections at all times.
- Actively participated in weekly staff meetings, offering constructive feedback on ways to improve both individual performance as well as overall team success.
- Assisted executive chef in planning special events, designing custom menus tailored to client preferences and dietary restrictions.
Cook & Server
Blueys
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
Senior Food and Beverage Server
Auld Fella
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Handled cash transactions accurately, balancing daily sales reports at the end of each shift.
- Assisted management in planning special events and promotions to attract new clientele.
- Facilitated seamless communication between front-of-house and back-of-house teams during high-volume service periods.
- Supported catering services for private events, ensuring personalized attention to clients'' needs while adhering to budget constraints.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of meals, enhancing guest experience.
Cooker Operator
Jameson Irish Whiskey
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Maintained a clean, safe workspace by adhering to strict sanitation guidelines and safety regulations.
- Weighed and measured raw materials and completed production runs according to recipe specifications.
- Stored food properly by adhering to food safety policies and procedures.
- Operated food production equipment safely and responsibly for quality output.
- Worked in production to improve efficiency.
Education
BBA - Engineering Technology
Tecnologico De Toluca
Mexico06.2004
Skills
- Food Pairings
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Ingredient Knowledge
- Sanitation Standards
- Kitchen Management
- Portion Control
- Special diets
Certification
- Certified Food Handler 2004,
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Lead First Cook
Savant Senior Living
06.2024 - Current
Cook & Server
Blueys
04.2024 - 06.2024
Senior Food and Beverage Server
Auld Fella
04.2023 - 04.2024
Cooker Operator
Jameson Irish Whiskey
11.2022 - 02.2023
BBA - Engineering Technology
Tecnologico De Toluca
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