Lourdes Perez Jimenez
North Highlands,CA
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience as a Sous Chef at Lucky Strikes, excelling in menu development and waste reduction. Proven track record in enhancing guest satisfaction through innovative food presentation and effective staff leadership. Committed to maintaining high food safety compliance and fostering a collaborative kitchen environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Lucky Strikes
Rocklin
09.2024 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety standards and procedures.
- Trained new team members on kitchen operations and food preparation techniques.
- Managed inventory levels, minimizing waste and ensuring availability of necessary ingredients.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to streamline service and improve guest experiences.
- Monitored cooking processes for consistency, quality, and presentation of dishes served.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
- Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
- Contributed to successful catering events by coordinating meal preparation and execution, exceeding client expectations on each occasion.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure cohesive dining experience, addressing any customer concerns with prompt and effective solutions.
- Collaborated closely with head chef to develop recipes that significantly increased customer satisfaction.
- Improved efficiency in kitchen, organizing workflow to ensure timely preparation and delivery of dishes.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Round 1 Bowling & Amusement
Roseville, CA
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure compliance with health department regulations and company standards.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing food and beverage orders, ensuring prompt service and accurate delivery.
- Reduced wait times during peak hours by efficiently allocating resources and coordinating between front-of-house and back-of-house teams.
- Upheld highest standards of hygiene practices among staff members through ongoing education on sanitation protocols leading to consistent top-rated health inspection scores.
- Optimized inventory control with regular audits, reducing waste, and effectively managing stock levels for optimal freshness.
- Managed large-scale events and catering orders, ensuring timely preparation, delivery, and setup to exceed client expectations.
- Collaborated with other supervisors and managers to develop cross-training programs, enhancing employee versatility and reducing downtime during staff absences or turnover periods.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
Back of House Cook
Golden Corral Buffet and Grill
North Highlands, CA
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and implementing effective time management techniques.
Education
High School - High School
Keema
Sacramento, CA06.2016
Skills
- Menu development
- Waste Reduction
- Catering Coordination
- Allergen awareness
- Food presentation
- Sanitation Standards
- Ordering Supplies
- Bar Management
- Staff Supervision
- Inventory Management
- Staff Leadership
- Food Safety Compliance
- Food and Beverage Service
- Opening and closing procedures
- Cooking
Certification
Food Handlers
BLS
ABC certified
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
ASL
Limited Working
Timeline
Sous Chef
Lucky Strikes
09.2024 - Current
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Round 1 Bowling & Amusement
07.2022 - 06.2024
Back of House Cook
Golden Corral Buffet and Grill
02.2021 - 07.2022
High School - High School
Keema