Luis Trujillo
Astoria,NY
Summary
Dynamic owner and chef with expertise in financial management, food safety, and menu development. Proven ability to enhance community engagement through special events and effective staff training.
Overview
2
2
Languages
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Pot Liquor and Cornbread
Queens, New York
01.2023 - 11.2025
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Hosted special events to boost brand awareness and increase community engagement.
- Oversaw food preparation and ensured quality standards were met.
- Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
Chef
Chicken Soup
Queens, New York
01.2013 - 05.2020
- Supervised specialty dish preparation to satisfy customer requests and cater to various dietary needs.
- 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.
- Trained junior chefs on cooking techniques and kitchen protocols.
- Managed kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and storage areas.
Owner/Chef
Lunch Box
Queens, New York
02.1996 - 11.2006
- Developed and implemented menu offerings based on customer preferences.
- Prepared diverse menu items for daily lunch service.
- Managed daily operations of a busy lunch service.
- Coordinated inventory management to minimize waste and costs.
- Conducted performance reviews for employees on a regular basis.
Sales Representative
Anheuser-Busch
Queens, New York
10.1988 - 03.1993
- Developed key customer relationships to increase sales.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with key customers to strengthen partnerships.
- Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend the best products and services.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and inform strategic decisions.
Education
Associate of Arts - Hospitality
CW Post
Nassau, NY08-1989
Skills
- Menu development
- Financial management
- Quality control
- Inventory management
- Business operations
- Team leadership
Languages
English
Native language
Spanish
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Timeline
Owner
Pot Liquor and Cornbread
01.2023 - 11.2025
Chef
Chicken Soup
01.2013 - 05.2020
Owner/Chef
Lunch Box
02.1996 - 11.2006
Sales Representative
Anheuser-Busch
10.1988 - 03.1993
Associate of Arts - Hospitality
CW Post