Lino Gonzalez
Bakersfield ,CA
Summary
Punctual professional experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations. Confident in being able to provide a great customer experience while maximizing efficiency for overall success of the team. Loves to work in a professional upbeat/fast paced work environment with a great well rounded team with the same objective, to win.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef/Banquet Bartender
Chef Lino Creates
Bakersfield, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Exercised portion control for items served, eliminating waste.
- Prepared cocktails for banquet events according to recipes and customer requests.
- Checked identification of customers to verify age requirements for all alcoholic beverages served.
- Assisted in setting up the banquet hall prior to events; arranged tables and chairs, set up buffet stations and decorated according to event specifications.
- Provided excellent customer service by engaging in friendly conversations with guests while mixing drinks.
- Ensured a smooth flow of operations during busy periods by quickly preparing drinks, restocking items as needed and cleaning work areas when necessary.
General Manager/Regional Director of Operations
Jersey Mikes Subs
San Diego, CA
06.2019 - 01.2023
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
- Ensured compliance with local health department regulations regarding food safety standards.
- Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Managed inventory levels and conducted corrective action planning to minimize long-term costs.
- Delivered exceptional client experiences through hands-on leadership of associates and managers.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
El Camino Highschool
Oceanside, CA06-2016
Skills
- Food presentation
- Sustainable Waste Practices
- Company quality standards
- Portion and cost control
- Highly reliable
- Customer service expertise
- Recipe and menu memorization
- Hospitality and accommodation
- Salesmanship
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- Serve safe certified
Affiliations
- Avid reader
- Gym rat
- Home Mixologist
When im not working you'll either find me at the gym, spending time with family or studying personal interests!
Timeline
Chef/Banquet Bartender
Chef Lino Creates
01.2023 - Current
General Manager/Regional Director of Operations
Jersey Mikes Subs
06.2019 - 01.2023
- Serve safe certified
High School Diploma -
El Camino Highschool
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