Kevin Reyes
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Culinary professional prepared for high-pressure kitchen environments with focus on delivering high-quality dishes. Adept at collaborating with team members to streamline kitchen operations and ensure timely service. Known for flexibility and reliability, with strong commitment to maintaining cleanliness and organization.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook / Prep
The Brandy
Los Angeles, CA
03.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
Line Cook
Liaison HWD
Los Angeles, CA
10.2022 - 03.2023
Prep Cook
Catering Services
Los Angeles, CA
01.2022 - 09.2022
Line Cook
Checker Hall
Los Angeles, CA
01.2019 - 03.2020
Line Cook
Next Door Lounge HWD
Los Angeles, CA
05.2020 - 03.2021
Line Cook
40 Love
Los Angeles, CA
07.2018 - 07.2019
Line Cook
1 Hotel Weho
Los Angeles, CA
01.2017 - 07.2017
Line Cook
The Nice Guy
Los Angeles, CA
07.2014 - 01.2017
Link Cook
California Pizza Kitchen
Los Angeles, CA
01.2014 - 07.2014
Line Cook
Cabo Wabo Cantina HWD
Los Angeles
01.2013 - 01.2014
Prep
Hakkasan Beverly Hills
Los Angeles, CA
01.2012 - 01.2013
Line Cook / Prep
Chipotle
Los Angeles, CA
01.2011 - 07.2011
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Education
High School Diploma -
Helen Bernstein
Los Angeles, CASkills
Highly motivated
Cleaning and organization
Attention to detail
Food preparation
Food safety knowledge
Food safety
Cleanliness standards
Kitchen sanitization
Knife skills
Team coordination
Kitchen station setup
Kitchen sanitation
Following cooking methods
Deep fryer operation
Kitchen operations
Grilling techniques
Ingredient preparation
Food safety standards
Meat cutting
Frying techniques
Server communication
Quality control
Line management
Kitchen organization
Problem-solving
Food presentation
Food plating
Prepared foods plating
Portion control
Food storage procedures
Stock rotation
Crew training
Portioning
Menu item memorization
Back of house operations
Ingredients measuring
Food rotation
Line station oversight
Recipe adaptation
Ingredient stocking
Garnishing
Sautéing techniques
Cutting and slicing techniques
Prep work
Foodservice sanitation
Quality assurance and control
Collaboration and teamwork
Food preparing, plating, and presentation
Cleaning procedures
Leadership and decision making
Timeline
Line Cook / Prep
The Brandy
03.2023 - Current
Line Cook
Liaison HWD
10.2022 - 03.2023
Prep Cook
Catering Services
01.2022 - 09.2022
Line Cook
Next Door Lounge HWD
05.2020 - 03.2021
Line Cook
Checker Hall
01.2019 - 03.2020
Line Cook
40 Love
07.2018 - 07.2019
Line Cook
1 Hotel Weho
01.2017 - 07.2017
Line Cook
The Nice Guy
07.2014 - 01.2017
Link Cook
California Pizza Kitchen
01.2014 - 07.2014
Line Cook
Cabo Wabo Cantina HWD
01.2013 - 01.2014
Prep
Hakkasan Beverly Hills
01.2012 - 01.2013
Line Cook / Prep
Chipotle
01.2011 - 07.2011
High School Diploma -
Helen Bernstein