Leopoldo Lara
Plano,TX
Summary
Accomplished Cook/Chef Manager with a proven track record at Sekers Shop Rite, where I enhanced kitchen efficiency and customer satisfaction. Skilled in multitasking and food preparation, I significantly reduced food waste and developed innovative menu items, leading to increased repeat business. Expert in cooking techniques and fostering a collaborative team environment.
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation, and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook/Chef Manager
Sekers Shop Rite
05.2002 - 10.2022
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Improved menu offerings, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative cooking methods.
- Collaborated with management team to develop new menu items.
- Implemented rotating menu concept, keeping dining experience fresh and engaging for regular customers.
- Enhanced flavor and presentation of traditional dishes with creative twists, receiving positive feedback from patrons.
Cook/Chef Manager
Wagman
09.1999 - 01.2002
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work processes.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, ensuring safe dining environment.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Education
No Degree -
Centro Gastronomico Las Mercedes
Caracas, Venezuela10-1997
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Multitasking and organization
- Food preparation
- Frying
- Cooking techniques
- Knife skills
- Supply restocking
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Food presentation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Grilling
- Food waste reduction
- Hospitality service expertise
- Grilling expertise
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Cook/Chef Manager
Sekers Shop Rite
05.2002 - 10.2022
Cook/Chef Manager
Wagman
09.1999 - 01.2002
No Degree -
Centro Gastronomico Las Mercedes
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