LEO DIAZ
Hyde Park,NY
Summary
Dedicated worker with excellent communication, time management and organizational skills. Aiming to further develop my skills as well as be a positive force within your company. I am currently a full time student with a passion for closing the gap in the food system and making natural food accessible.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prep Cook
Drunken Dragon (Angel Febres)
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
- Prepared ingredients according to precise specifications, resulting in consistent meal quality across all menu items.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks, keeping kitchen tools in optimal working condition.
- Managed food prep for a full restaurant solo. Ensuring all things were done correctly and workspace left clean
Farm To Table Facilitator
Big Island Farms
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Developed recipes to instruct students on farm to table preparation and assess progress.
- Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
- Instructed students on how to harvest ingredients from the land to be utilized in cooperative meal
- Accommodated a variety of diets and allergies
Event Caterer
Hunt and Harvest
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Enforced sanitation practices to safeguard employees and patrons.
- Delegated tasks and oversaw work performed, addressing bottlenecks or underperforming stations.
- Prepared ingredients and cooked meals according to established recipes using farm to table ingredients.
Line Cook
Kings Dining and Entertainment
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Opened or closed kitchen as dictated by department scheduling.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items and ingredients to meet customer requests and dietary restrictions.
- Memorized restaurant recipes to accurately and quickly prepare dishes.
- Stocked and maintained prep stations to reduce wait times and shortages.
Student Intern
Summer Culinary
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Operated industrial ovens, stoves and grills to prepare food.
- Demonstrated new cooking techniques or equipment to others.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY04.2024
Skills
- Recipe Development
- Quality Assessments
- Current in Culinary Trends
- Professional Relationships
- Environmental Practices
- Team Goals
Certification
PDC- Permaculture Design Certification
ServSafe Manager Certification
Hawaii Food Handler Certification
Group Leader - CIA
Timeline
Prep Cook
Drunken Dragon (Angel Febres)
06.2023 - 08.2023
Farm To Table Facilitator
Big Island Farms
01.2023 - 04.2023
Event Caterer
Hunt and Harvest
06.2022 - 08.2022
Line Cook
Kings Dining and Entertainment
07.2021 - 11.2021
Student Intern
Summer Culinary
07.2019 - 08.2019
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America
PDC- Permaculture Design Certification
ServSafe Manager Certification
Hawaii Food Handler Certification
Group Leader - CIA
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