Lazaro Paradiso
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Enterprising Chef successful in leading every facet of new and ongoing business operations. Strategic thinker and tactical decision-maker with passion for serving customers and exceeding expectations. Creative problem solver skilled at de-escalating situations and driving positive change.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator
The Rice Man
Honolulu, Hawaii
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Menu planning, Purchase orders, Line cook, Special events and catering, Inventory management (Par sheets), Sanitation and food safety, Bookkeeping, Interviews and hiring
Line Cook
Cheesecake Factory
Honolulu, Hawaii
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Prep for line, Saute station, Pasta station, Back-up prep, Fry station
BOH Manager/Cook
Olive Garden
Clover City, California
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Inventory management, Purchase orders, Interviews and hiring, Freezer pull, Managing Par sheets, Overseeing line cooks, Saute station, Grill appetizer station, Food safety and sanitation
BOH Manager/Line Cook
Olive Garden
Brea, Ohio
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Inventory management, Purchase orders, Interviews and hiring, Freezer pull, Managing Par sheets, Overseeing cooks, Saute station, Food safety and sanitation
Sous Chef
Tavolo 72
Brea, Ohio
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Food preparation and presentation, Line cook, Saute station, Grill, Pantry station, Food expeditor, Banquets
BOH Manager/Cook
IHOP
Cleveland, Ohio
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Inventory management, Purchase orders, Scheduling, Server cash out, Line cook, Prep and freezer pulls, Sanitation and safety
Education
GED, Cleveland, OH
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Staff training/development
- Operations Management
- Hiring
- Business Planning
Certification
Food Handlers Card
Serve Safe
CPR Certified
Timeline
Owner/Operator
The Rice Man
01.2019 - 01.2022
Line Cook
Cheesecake Factory
01.2018 - 01.2019
BOH Manager/Cook
Olive Garden
01.2017 - 01.2018
BOH Manager/Line Cook
Olive Garden
01.2016 - 01.2017
Sous Chef
Tavolo 72
01.2015 - 01.2016
BOH Manager/Cook
IHOP
01.2012 - 01.2014
GED, Cleveland, OH