Luis Martinez
Tustin,CA
Summary
Proficient Sous Chef highly effective at operating in fast-paced, demanding environments. Adaptable professional with success handling any challenge. 12-year background in high-end restaurant industry. Adaptable and enterprising cook 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.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Hotel Laguna
06.2023 - Current
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
Executive Sous Chef
Selanne Steak Tavern
10.2016 - 06.2023
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
Lead Line Cook
Las Brisas
05.2010 - 05.2018
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Skills
- Employee Scheduling
- Plating
- Portion Control
- Food Safety
- Food Preparation
- Inventory Management
- Catering Background
- Supervising Food Prep
- Team Leadership
- Menu Development
- Safe Food Handling
- Staff Training
- Recipes and Menu Planning
- Line Inspections
- Kitchen Leadership
- Foodservice
- Kitchen Organization
- Food Presentation
- Wine Pairing
- Sauce Preparation
- Inventory Control
- Butchery Skills
- Purchasing
- Staff Scheduling
- Food Handler Certification
- Staff Recruiting and Hiring
- Hiring, Training, and Development
- Staff Performance Assessments
- Special Events
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Food Plating and Presentation
Languages
Spanish- English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sous Chef
Hotel Laguna
06.2023 - Current
Executive Sous Chef
Selanne Steak Tavern
10.2016 - 06.2023
Lead Line Cook
Las Brisas
05.2010 - 05.2018
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