Luis Sanchez
Henderson,NV
Summary
Passionate Executive Chef experienced in menu creation and culinary direction. Developed compelling seasonal menus while maintaining high standards and training kitchen staff to meet company expectations. Managed ingredient inventory to ensure efficient kitchen operations and uphold business standards.
Overview
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20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Lettuce Entertain You
Henderson, NV
06.2019 - Current
- Developed seasonal menus incorporating local ingredients and culinary trends.
- Maintained high standards of food presentation and quality control consistently.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in kitchen environment.
- Trained new culinary team members on cooking techniques and restaurant standards.
- Established a culture of safety in the kitchen by enforcing strict safety protocols.
- Coordinated inventory management and ordering of kitchen supplies efficiently.
- Implemented and maintained excellent service to achieve guest satisfaction.
Sous Chef
Lettuce Entertain You
Henderson, NV
02.2013 - 06.2019
- Developed new menu items in collaboration with the executive chef.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Supervised kitchen staff to maintain high culinary standards and efficiency.
- Coordinated daily food preparation tasks to streamline service flow.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
- Implemented strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency throughout the kitchen.
- Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies.
- Ensured proper food handling and sanitation practices throughout the kitchen.
- Performed weekly inspections of all equipment for safety compliance.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to meet kitchen demands.
Kitchen Manager
Houlihan's Restaurant
Park Ridge, Illinois
03.2007 - 02.2013
- Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling and restaurant protocols.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
- Evaluated employee performance through observation of work habits, attitude toward customers and adherence to company policies.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a positive attitude towards guests at all times.
- Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
- Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.
- Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy before authorizing payment transactions.
- Received, organized and rotated paper goods and food ingredients.
Education
Willowbrook High School
Villa Park, ILSkills
- Menu design
- Culinary training
- Food safety compliance
- Sanitation management
- Inventory management
- Cost control
- Quality assurance
- Vendor relations
- Kitchen management
- Team leadership
- Customer service
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Executive Chef
Lettuce Entertain You
06.2019 - Current
Sous Chef
Lettuce Entertain You
02.2013 - 06.2019
Kitchen Manager
Houlihan's Restaurant
03.2007 - 02.2013
Willowbrook High School