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Leticia Cruz

Sous chef
Hemet,Ca
Leticia  Cruz

Summary

Seasoned Sous Chef specializing in [Type] cuisine. Successful [Number] year record in high-volume kitchens. Career achievements working with head chefs and kitchen staff to meet high standards for taste, presentation and service. Adaptable and enterprising [Job Title] with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading successful teams. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time. Enthusiastic [Job Title] eager to develop high-quality menus for new and established restaurants. Reliable, hardworking and driven to give guests top-quality foods. High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation. Meticulous [Job Title] eager to create unique and delicious dishes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with good understanding of seamless dining experience for customers. Creative and dedicated to staying up-to-date with food trends. Top-notch professional with expertise in menu development, kitchen management and staff training. Creates unique and delicious dishes while controlling food and labor costs. Collaborative and committed to seeking feedback from customers and staff to improve kitchen workflows. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Gifted Sous Chef with undeniable talents in developing menus to draw in clientele. Passionate individual creating healthy dishes made with locally grown ingredients. Ready for new challenge creating tasty meals for successful establishment.

Work History

Soboba Casino

Sous Chef
4 2013 - 9 2023

Job overview

  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
  • Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
  • Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
  • Developed full, tasting and special events menus to meet establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.

Education

Hemet High School

Diploma from General Courses
6 . 1990

Skills

  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Safe handling
  • Performance improvement
  • Menu memorization
  • Food spoilage prevention
  • Catering background
  • Menu development
  • Plating
  • Food preparation and safety
  • Sanitation guidelines
  • Signature dish creation
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Food inventories
  • Performance assessments
  • Commanding leadership style
  • Stocking and replenishing
  • Order delivery practices

Languages

Spanish
Native Language

Timeline

Sous Chef

Soboba Casino
4 2013 - 9 2023

Hemet High School

Diploma from General Courses
Leticia CruzSous chef