Karen S. Muñoz Luna
Azusa,CA
Summary
Dynamic Chef recognized for creating memorable dishes with fresh ingredients. Monitors and evaluates purchasing, staffing, production and inventory to control food and labor costs and waste. Maintains federal, state and local food sanitation and safety standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Sous Chef
Bread & Barley
Covina, CA
02.2020 - Current
- Company Overview: Restaurant and Pub
- Ordered food supplies as needed, ensuring cost effectiveness.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper hygiene practices and safety procedures.
- Managed inventory of perishable items, including rotating products properly.
- Collaborated with the Head Chef to develop innovative techniques in presentation of dishes.
Cook Shift Leader
Mariscos San Isidro
La Puente, California
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Company Overview: Restaurant
- Followed recipes and procedures to prepare, season and cook food products.
- Cook a variety type of food based on different techniques.
Cook Shift Leader
Mandarina Catering
Guadalajara , Jalisco
11.2018 - 03.2022
- Company Overview: Catering
- Provided direction to kitchen staff regarding food preparation, cooking times, portion sizes, and presentation of dishes.
- Trained new cooks on proper food handling techniques.
Cook Operator
Solana,
Cantabria, , Spain
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Company Overview:
- Work for a Michelin star restaurant by helping in different areas learning new techniques and skills.
- Prepared multiple orders at once for speedy service.
- Followed specific methods for food preparation and proper portioning.
Manager
Burger King
Guadalajara , Jalisco
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Company Overview: Fast food
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
Cook Operator
Hotel Blue Bay y Blue Diamond
Playa Del Carmen, Cancun
02.2017 - 06.2017
- Company Overview: Hotel Resort
- Cook in all the different restaurants that are inside the hotel.
- Measured ingredients according to recipe specifications and mixed them in the correct order.
- Operated deep fryers, grills, ovens, broilers, or other kitchen equipment to prepare foods.
Education
Culinary Arts - Gastronomy
Universidad Del Valle de México
Guadalajara, Mexico.11-2022
High School Diploma -
Centro Universitario Uteg
01.2014
Curso intensivo - ingles
Quick Learning
01.2011
Skills
- Food presentation
- Menu development
- Culinary techniques
- Kitchen Management
Additionalinformation - Reference
Andrew López
(626) 488 4979
Andy@breadandbarley.com
Thomas Tapia
(626) 825-2329
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/09/96
- Nationality: Mexicana
Training
01/01/10, 12/31/11, Quick Learning, Curso, Curso intensivo de ingles
Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
Mariscos San Isidro
07.2023 - 04.2024
Executive Sous Chef
Bread & Barley
02.2020 - Current
Cook Operator
Solana,
08.2019 - 01.2020
Cook Shift Leader
Mandarina Catering
11.2018 - 03.2022
Manager
Burger King
06.2017 - 06.2018
Cook Operator
Hotel Blue Bay y Blue Diamond
02.2017 - 06.2017
Culinary Arts - Gastronomy
Universidad Del Valle de México
High School Diploma -
Centro Universitario Uteg
Curso intensivo - ingles
Quick Learning