Marco Jimenez
Milton,FL
Summary
High-performing Chef offering over 15 years of restaurant experience and knowledge. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
DogHouse Deli Restaurant
Pensacola, FL
10.2021 - Current
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to lower grocery costs.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
Chef
Constant Tea And Coffee Cafe
Pensacola, FL
09.2018 - 10.2021
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Chef
University Of West Florida Recreation & Wellness Services
Pensacola, FL
08.2017 - 09.2018
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
- Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Collaborated with other personnel to produce and modify menus and selections.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Modernized processes for kitchen staff to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Education
Associate of Arts - Restaurant And Culinary Management
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL05.2017
Associate of Arts - Hospitality
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL05.2017
Skills
- Production Scheduling
- Current in Culinary Trends
- Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
- Quality Assessment
- Sanitation and Cleaning
- Creative Thinking
- Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
- Food Production
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chef
DogHouse Deli Restaurant
10.2021 - Current
Chef
Constant Tea And Coffee Cafe
09.2018 - 10.2021
Chef
University Of West Florida Recreation & Wellness Services
08.2017 - 09.2018
Associate of Arts - Restaurant And Culinary Management
Pensacola State College
Associate of Arts - Hospitality
Pensacola State College