Maria Magdaleno
Simi Valley,CA
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience as Head Chef at Señor Fred, excelling in customer relations and small business operations. Proven track record in managing food costs and building strong vendor relationships, enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional service and high-quality dishes. Adept at training staff and fostering a collaborative kitchen environment.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Luna Llena Restaurant
02.2015 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
Head Chef
Spitting Chicken Cantina
03.2012 - 03.2015
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Head Chef
Señor Fred
03.2005 - 03.2012
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
Head Chef
Mariachi Grill
03.2010 - 03.2011
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
Line Cook
Paulis Restaurant
03.2003 - 03.2005
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Line Cook Shift Manager
Max Restaurant
03.2001 - 03.2002
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Salad Chef
Torneso French Restaurant
03.2000 - 03.2001
- Received consistent positive feedback from customers on taste and presentation of salads served.
- Established rapport with regular customers who appreciated consistency in both flavor profiles and presentation style of salads served.
- Improved customer satisfaction by crafting visually appealing and flavorful salads using fresh ingredients.
- Supported restaurant operations by cross-training in other stations when necessary, remaining flexible in job duties assigned.
Dessert Line Cook
Spazio Restaurant Grill
03.1997 - 03.2001
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Prep Line Cook
Cha Cha Cha
03.1992 - 03.1996
Skills
- Customer relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Owner
Luna Llena Restaurant
02.2015 - Current
Head Chef
Spitting Chicken Cantina
03.2012 - 03.2015
Head Chef
Mariachi Grill
03.2010 - 03.2011
Head Chef
Señor Fred
03.2005 - 03.2012
Line Cook
Paulis Restaurant
03.2003 - 03.2005
Line Cook Shift Manager
Max Restaurant
03.2001 - 03.2002
Salad Chef
Torneso French Restaurant
03.2000 - 03.2001
Dessert Line Cook
Spazio Restaurant Grill
03.1997 - 03.2001
Prep Line Cook
Cha Cha Cha
03.1992 - 03.1996