Luis Angel Estrada Santana
San Diego,California
Summary
Resourceful Kitchen Supervisor known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in inventory management, food safety compliance, and staff training. Excels in leadership, time management, and problem-solving to enhance kitchen operations and team performance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Supervisor
Eataly ( Silicon Valley )
San Jose , California
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Ensured all kitchen staff adhered to food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Ordered necessary supplies and equipment to maintain efficient operations in the kitchen.
- Trained new employees on proper cooking techniques, recipes and food preparation methods.
- Monitored inventory levels of ingredients, supplies and equipment.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely delivery of meals to guests.
- Assisted with menu planning, budgeting and cost control processes in the kitchen.
- Reviewed invoices from vendors to ensure accuracy of orders placed.
- Provided guidance to junior chefs on complex cooking techniques.
- Performed regular inspections of storage areas, coolers, freezers, ovens.
- Enforced strict adherence to health codes and safety protocols in the workplace.
- Established standards for portion sizes and plating presentation.
- Maintained a clean working environment by delegating tasks appropriately among staff members.
- Collaborated with other supervisors on various projects related to restaurant operations.
- Implemented strategies for improving efficiency in the kitchen while minimizing waste.
- Worked closely with front-of-house personnel during peak hours ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift to check temperature levels and verify proper functionality.
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
- Maintained food costs by using seasonal ingredients, setting standards for portion size and minimizing waste.
- Oversaw personnel scheduling to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
Kitchen Lead
Pedro's Restaurant & Cantina
Los Gatos, California
10.2014 - 02.2020
COOK
Agape
Sunnyvale, California
09.2012 - 08.2013
Education
GED -
Campbell Adult And Community Education (CACE)
San Jose, CA06-2018
Skills
- Team Management
- Health code requirements
- Food safety understanding
- Inventory Control
- High-volume dining
- BOH Operations
- Sanitizing understanding
- Preparation oversight
- Staff Training
- Health Code Compliance
- Culinary arts background
Timeline
Kitchen Supervisor
Eataly ( Silicon Valley )
06.2022 - 08.2024
Kitchen Lead
Pedro's Restaurant & Cantina
10.2014 - 02.2020
COOK
Agape
09.2012 - 08.2013
GED -
Campbell Adult And Community Education (CACE)
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