Laura Gomez
Grand Prairie,TX
Summary
Experienced Food Service Manager with a proven ability to manage all facets of food service operations. Proficient in staff supervision, inventory management, and budget control to optimize efficiency and profitability. Skilled in upholding stringent standards of food quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. Adept leader capable of inspiring and guiding teams to hit goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Shenaniganz
Greenville, TX
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
- Interviewed, hired and supervised back of house staff to clean tables, remove dishes, take food to tables and assist servers and bartenders.
- Supervised food production processes ensuring high quality standards were met throughout each stage of preparation.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Sous Chef
AEG Presents
Grand Prairie, TX
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Contributed to the successful execution of catered events from start to finish.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with line cooks while providing constructive feedback where necessary.
- Performed weekly inspections of all equipment for safety compliance.
- Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies.
- Created diverse cuisines for full restaurant, special event, catering and tasting menus.
Lead Line Cook
Omni Hotels & Resorts
Irving, TX
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted in food inventory and control while properly receiving and storing delivered items.
- Safely operated ovens, fryers and grills to prevent injuries and accidents.
- Planned, prepared and cooked meals according to restaurant specifications.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to prevent foodborne illnesses.
- Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Austin, TX05-2021
Skills
- Food safety management
- Recipe development
- Inventory control
- Staff supervision
- Quality assurance
- Event coordination
Certification
- Food Handlers
- TABC
- OSHA
- Workforce Ready: Employability
- Workforce Ready: Cyber Safety
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Shenaniganz
01.2023 - 11.2023
Sous Chef
AEG Presents
12.2021 - 12.2022
Lead Line Cook
Omni Hotels & Resorts
06.2021 - 12.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts