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Kyle Fontanez

Summary

Accomplished Cook with extensive experience at Parker at Monroe, showcasing expertise in fine dining and exceptional customer service. Demonstrated ability to maintain high standards of food quality and presentation, ensuring resident safety and satisfaction. Proven skills in cooking and plating, coupled with a Serve Safe Certification, highlight a commitment to excellence and a results-driven approach.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Parker at Monroe
06.2020 - Current
  • Adhered to all health and sanitation standards required to assure residents safety and well being.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
  • Maintained a flexible schedule to assure needs of the department and residents were met.

Expediter/Restaurant Server

Zinna's Bistro
02.2019 - 03.2023
  • Stayed up-to-date on menu changes to help customers make food choices.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty.
  • Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.

Prep Cook

Parker at Monroe
05.2019 - 06.2020


  • Prepared and organized required Mise en place for daily operation and service.
  • Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
  • Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
  • Contributed relief cook duties to meet department's standards of service.


Dining Assistant

Parker at Monroe
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Management of small home kitchen, and adherence to sanitation standards and practices.
  • Prioritization of residents dietary need, preferences and restrictions.
  • Development and execution of personalized dining experience unique to the resident.

Education

No Degree - Diploma in Culinary Arts And Operations

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO
09.2025

High School Diploma -

Hightstown High School
Hightstown, NJ
06.2016

No Degree - Culinary Arts

Mercer County Technical Schools - Sypek Center
Pennington, NJ
06.2016

Skills

  • Fine Dining
  • Cooking
  • Customer Service
  • Serve Safe Certification
  • Plating and presentation

Timeline

Cook

Parker at Monroe
06.2020 - Current

Prep Cook

Parker at Monroe
05.2019 - 06.2020

Expediter/Restaurant Server

Zinna's Bistro
02.2019 - 03.2023

Dining Assistant

Parker at Monroe
08.2018 - 05.2019

No Degree - Diploma in Culinary Arts And Operations

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts

High School Diploma -

Hightstown High School

No Degree - Culinary Arts

Mercer County Technical Schools - Sypek Center

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