Marcos Quintanar
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Seasoned professional with over a decade of expertise in culinary arts and kitchen management, notably at Chimera Brewing Co., and five years in security oversight. Excelled in staff leadership, menu innovation, and maintaining high safety standards. Proven ability in threat management and emergency response, enhancing operational efficiency and guest satisfaction.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center
Grapevine, TX
10.2023 - Current
- Ensured a hazard-free work environment through regular inspections.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Investigated all reported incidents of theft or vandalism on premises.
- Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
- Participated in training sessions to stay up-to-date on current security trends and best practices.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Escorted individuals requiring personal protection to provide safe transport to specified locations.
- Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities, unusual occurrences, maintenance issues.
- Assisted with crowd control during large events held at the facility.
Head Chef and Restaurant Manager
Pizza Verde
Fort Worth, TX
02.2020 - 10.2023
- Managed day-to-day business operations, including staffing, inventory management, and budgeting.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure the best terms possible.
- Recruited, trained, evaluated, and supervised staff members.
- Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding hygiene and sanitation practices.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally while maintaining high standards of customer service.
- Created weekly work schedules for kitchen personnel based on anticipated business volume.
- Analyzed financial data related to labor costs, inventory expenses, menu pricing changes., making recommendations as needed.
Security Supervisor
Whelan Security
Little Rock, AR
01.2017 - 04.2017
- Ensured security staff is properly trained and certified in accordance with company policies and local regulations.
- Monitored security operations to ensure compliance with established procedures and standards.
- Conducted regular patrols of the premises to identify potential threats or safety hazards.
- Recorded required data for incident reports and files.
- Provided security team leadership and contributed to on-call duties.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance cameras.
- Led security team and contributed to on-call shifts.
Executive Head Chef
Chimera Brewing Co.
Fort Worth, TX
01.2013 - 04.2017
- Created menus and managed the kitchen staff to ensure that all dishes were prepared according to recipes and in a timely manner.
- Coached team members on performance improvement initiatives when necessary.
- Directed kitchen staff in food preparation and presentation to ensure high quality standards were met.
- Monitored inventory levels of all food items to ensure adequate supplies are available at all times.
- Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
- Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
Traveling Sous Chef
Lonesome Dove Western Bistro
Fort Worth, TX
01.2007 - 12.2011
- Assisted daily operations in the kitchen.
- Directed staff in proper methods of food preparation and cooking techniques.
- Monitored inventory levels of ingredients to maintain adequate supply for banquet events.
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
- Communicated effectively with event planners regarding special requests or dietary restrictions.
- Supervised catering staff during set up, service, and breakdown at events.
- Trained new kitchen personnel in proper techniques for preparing specialty foods.
- Coordinated activities between front-of-house and back-of-house staff members.
- Greeted VIP guests and provided hospitality services to ensure their satisfaction.
- Monitored activities throughout events and responded quickly to any guest needs or requests.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Hills Highschool
Fort Worth, TX07-2003
Skills
- Culinary Experience (10 years)
- Catering (10 years)
- Food preparation (10 years)
- Kitchen Management Experience (10 years)
- First aid and CPR certified
- Food production (10 years)
- Banquet Experience (10 years)
- Security (5 years)
- Supervising Experience (10 years)
- Menu Planning (6 years)
- Event Planning (10 years)
- Restaurant Management (9 years)
- Restaurant consultant (4 years)
- Staff Management
- Threat Management
- Emergency Response
Certification
- CPR Certification
- Guard Card
- Class D Security
Accomplishments
- Best New Restaurants of 2022- Fort Worth Magazine- Pizza Verde
- Nominated for Restaurant of The Year for '22 & '23- Pizza Verde
- Employee of the Month 2018- Whalen Security
Timeline
Security Officer
Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center
10.2023 - Current
Head Chef and Restaurant Manager
Pizza Verde
02.2020 - 10.2023
Security Supervisor
Whelan Security
01.2017 - 04.2017
Executive Head Chef
Chimera Brewing Co.
01.2013 - 04.2017
Traveling Sous Chef
Lonesome Dove Western Bistro
01.2007 - 12.2011
High School Diploma -
South Hills Highschool
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