MANUEL RUBIO
Marana,AZ
Summary
Knowledgeable Sous Chef assists in menu planning, inventory management and maintaining kitchen compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations. Values decisions of executive chefs and offers creative ideas for performance improvement. Resourceful Food Line Leader known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in workflow optimization, quality control, and team coordination. Excel in leadership, communication, and problem-solving to enhance operational efficiency and employee morale. Seasoned Food Line Leader with background in managing and training staff for efficient food preparation. Skilled in maintaining quality control, adhering to safety protocols and timely delivery of orders. Notably improved team productivity and reduced waste through process improvements. Strong leadership abilities combined with excellent communication skills, paving way for fostering positive work environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Line Leader
Westward Look Resort
Tucson, Arizona
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Identified potential cost savings opportunities through waste reduction efforts or more efficient use of resources.
- Developed menus for special events based on customer requests and budget constraints.
- Monitored production levels, communicated needs to kitchen staff, and adjusted schedules as needed.
- Assisted in the development of menu items by providing creative ideas for presentation and flavor combinations.
- Ensured all food products were prepared according to health code regulations and safety guidelines.
- Trained new employees on proper food handling techniques, sanitation procedures, and standard operating procedures.
- Provided constructive feedback to employees regarding performance and productivity improvements.
- Collaborated with chefs on recipe development initiatives in order to create new dishes or enhance existing ones.
- Ensured that all product was stored properly at appropriate temperatures prior to serving.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
Assistant Sous Chef
Star Pass Catalina BBQ
Tucson, AZ
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Led kitchen staff, keeping workstations clean and overseeing food preparation and presentation
- Improved productivity for continual quality under tight constraints during peak meal service
- Oversaw menu planning and verified prep and line cook compliance with recipes
- Minimized waste by utilizing food storage and food recycling techniques
Sous Chef
Fini's Landing
Tucson, AZ
08.2017 - 09.2023
- Improved productivity for continual quality under tight constraints during peak meal service
- Oversaw menu planning and verified prep and line cook compliance with recipes
- Led kitchen staff, keeping workstations clean and overseeing food preparation and presentation
- Enhanced inventory management and implemented strict portion control standards
- Created new recipes, working with executive chef to offer unique menu
- Kept kitchen organized with easy-to-access ingredients
- Minimized waste by utilizing food storage and food recycling techniques
- Checked quality of raw and cooked food products to verify standards
- Kept stock rooms, coolers and freezers clean and rotated
- Organized production schedules to maintain consistent service delivery
- Oversaw team members at each station to verify consistent and accurate preparation of every dish
- Demonstrated correct cooking techniques to staff to increase team skill level
- Created new recipes, taking advantage of seasonal ingredients and customer trends
- Monitored kitchen operations to maintain proper sanitation and quality assurance
Education
High School Diploma -
Sahuaro High School
Tucson, AZ05.1998
Skills
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Inventory management
- Kitchen management
- Cost control
- Food safety
- Estimate food needs
- Create recipes
- Train staff
- Verify food quality
- Purchasing management
- Staff training
- Task prioritization
- Food presentation
- Waste reduction
- Allergen awareness
- Employee engagement
- Kitchen oversight
- Food delivery oversight
- Task delegation
- Quality control
- Teamwork
- Multitasking
Languages
Spanish, Bilingual
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Food Line Leader
Westward Look Resort
04.2024 - 12.2024
Assistant Sous Chef
Star Pass Catalina BBQ
09.2023 - 03.2024
Sous Chef
Fini's Landing
08.2017 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Sahuaro High School
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