Lev Jimenez
Hopkins,USA
Summary
Dedicated Culinary Professional specializing in baking, with expertise in dough preparation, decoration techniques, and flavor pairing. Demonstrates high productivity and efficient task completion in fast-paced environments. Strong time management and teamwork skills enhance adaptability and drive results.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Froster
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Minnetonka, MN
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Trained new staff on frosting techniques and kitchen safety protocols.
- Collaborated with bakers to coordinate decoration schedules for fresh cakes.
- Prepared ingredients using hand and electric mixing equipment for consistent product quality.
- Maintained the cleanliness and organization of the frosting station and equipment.
- Monitored expiration dates and removed expired products to ensure ingredient quality.
- Oversaw inventory of decorating supplies and communicated shortages to management for timely replenishment.
Host
Brick and Bourbon
Maple Grove, MN
06.2020 - 03.2022
- Welcomed guests and guided them to their tables in a busy restaurant environment.
- Managed reservations to optimize table turnover during peak service times.
- Communicated wait times clearly to guests and coordinated with kitchen staff.
- Resolved guest inquiries and issues promptly to improve overall dining satisfaction.
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating customer needs.
- Trained new hosts on procedures and customer service standards to ensure consistent guest experiences.
- Maintained cleanliness in the entrance and dining areas to create a welcoming atmosphere.
- Managed incoming calls during busy shifts.
Food Expeditor
Brick and Bourbon
Maple Grove, Minnesota
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Coordinated timely delivery of food orders, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Verified accuracy of order tickets prior to delivering food items to tables.
- Communicated with kitchen staff to prioritize and resolve order discrepancies, improving order accuracy.
- Ensured proper garnishing of plates before serving, maintaining presentation standards.
- Monitored food presentation standards for consistency and quality control.
- Trained new staff on food expediting procedures and best practices.
- Maintained the cleanliness and organization of the expediting station area.
Education
Two Year Degree - Baking and Pastry
Hennepin Technical College
Brooklyn Park, MN05-2027
High school diploma -
Wayzata High School
Plymouth, MN06-2023
Skills
- Adaptability
- Cake decoration
- Food safety regulations
- Display restocking
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Display restocking
- Cake decoration
Certification
- Real ID
- ServSafe Certification
Timeline
Froster
Nothing Bundt Cakes
09.2023 - 02.2024
Food Expeditor
Brick and Bourbon
07.2021 - 02.2022
Host
Brick and Bourbon
06.2020 - 03.2022
Two Year Degree - Baking and Pastry
Hennepin Technical College
High school diploma -
Wayzata High School