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Leonel Carrillo

3233 W. Mohawk Ln. Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Energetic kitchen professional with excellent leadership and organizational skills. Focused on increasing team productivity while meeting exacting standards for presentation and taste. Accomplished multi-tasker with disciplined approach.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Banquet Sous Chef

JW Marriott Desert Ridge
01.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in budget management by monitoring banquet food costs closely, identifying areas for potential savings without compromising quality.
  • Made over 80 million in banquet revenue for the year 2024.
  • Supervised over 25 kitchen staff both in restaurant and for catering work.
  • Wrote up production sheets for events, and ordered product based on size of event.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality banquet dishes and ensuring timely service.

Executive Chef

Morrison Healthcare
09.2022 - 01.2023
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Monitored and controlled overhead and production costs with responsibility for profit and loss.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Developed full, tasting and special events menus to meet establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels.

Sous Chef

CIVANA Wellness Resort
12.2020 - 09.2022

Sous Chef

Meritage An Urban Tavern
05.2019 - 03.2020

Lead Line Cook

Meritage An Urban Tavern
04.2018 - 05.2019

Lead Line Cook

Stonegrill @ JW Marriott Desert Ridge
11.2016 - 04.2018

Line Cook

Just A Splash Bar & Grill
04.2015 - 01.2016

Education

High School Diploma -

Pinnacle High School
Phoenix, AZ
05.2009

Skills

  • Kitchen leadership
  • Team management
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Inventory controls
  • High-Volume Dining
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Kitchen Staff Coordination
  • Safe handling
  • Sanitation standards

Affiliations

  • Chef de Cuisine Dejan Djukic
  • Chef de Cuisine Scott Winegard

Timeline

Banquet Sous Chef

JW Marriott Desert Ridge
01.2023 - Current

Executive Chef

Morrison Healthcare
09.2022 - 01.2023

Sous Chef

CIVANA Wellness Resort
12.2020 - 09.2022

Sous Chef

Meritage An Urban Tavern
05.2019 - 03.2020

Lead Line Cook

Meritage An Urban Tavern
04.2018 - 05.2019

Lead Line Cook

Stonegrill @ JW Marriott Desert Ridge
11.2016 - 04.2018

Line Cook

Just A Splash Bar & Grill
04.2015 - 01.2016

High School Diploma -

Pinnacle High School
Leonel Carrillo