Mark Hernandez
Carlsbad,USA
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience in high-pressure kitchens, including training under renowned chefs at Miyabi Japanese Restaurant. Proven ability to drive food costs down by 33% through effective inventory management. Skilled in creating innovative menus and leading teams, combining culinary expertise with strong leadership to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Artist
Black Lamp Studio
El Paso, TX
01.2020 - Current
- Studied business laws to comply with legal and administrative requirements.
- Developed custom designs for customers.
- Adhered to health regulations and standards when performing services.
Cook
Miyabi Japanese Restaurant
Carlsbad, New Mexico
02.2019 - 01.2025
- Company Overview: Trained under Chef Chatchai Puchakanit who has been recognised by the NY Times for his work as Executive Chef at the 'Quake' restaurant and his Soux chef work at 'RAIN' restaurant in NYC.
- Trained under Chef Chatchai Puchakanit who has been recognised by the NY Times for his work as Executive Chef at the 'Quake' restaurant and his Soux chef work at 'RAIN' restaurant in NYC.
Sous Chef
Yellow Brix Restaurant
Carlsbad, New Mexico
06.2017 - 07.2018
- Company Overview: I was VERY fortunate to have trained under and mentored by Chef Victor Garcia from Dallas TX, who has been recognized in magazines and worked along side the late celebrity Chef Anthony Bourdain. I also trained closely with Chef Navor Vidalles from Brooklyn NY. Navor previously worked at the GATO restaurant which is owned by celebrity Chef Bobby Flay.
- Create interesting and cost efficient daily specials
- Create a regular Soup Du Jour
- Manage the restaurant and supervise BOH employees while the Executive chef was not present.
- I was trusted with the keys to the restaurant and spent many months happily opening and closing the business myself
- I was VERY fortunate to have trained under and mentored by Chef Victor Garcia from Dallas TX, who has been recognized in magazines and worked along side the late celebrity Chef Anthony Bourdain. I also trained closely with Chef Navor Vidalles from Brooklyn NY. Navor previously worked at the GATO restaurant which is owned by celebrity Chef Bobby Flay.
Manager
Brewer
02.2016 - 04.2017
- Led and directed team members to effective methods, operations and procedures.
- Prepared for and executed new menu implementations.
- Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
- Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised staff.
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
- Shopped for and ordered food and kitchen supplies and equipment
- Trained kitchen staff on proper use of equipment, food handling, and portion sizing.
- Drove food costs down by 33% by effectively improving inventory procedures and reducing spoilage levels.
- Estimated amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients
Chef
Pecos River Cafe
09.2012 - 02.2016
- Expedited plates to ensure details and quality were being met before reaching patrons
- Portioned, arranged, and garnished food, and served food to waiters and patrons
Line Cook
Chili's Grill and Bar
Carlsbad, New Mexico
09.2009 - 10.2012
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cooked and served food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portions, temperature control procedures and facility policies.
Tattoo Artist
Crazy Eyes Tattoo Parlor
10.2007 - 09.2009
- Collaborated with the clients to implement artistic vision.
- Practiced State regulated health standards to produce safe and aesthetically pleasing Tattoo Art
Sous-Chef
Landsun Homes Inc
Carlsbad, New Mexico
06.2006 - 06.2007
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Followed strict guidelines for specific dietary health hazards to provide safe meals for residents and patients
Shift Leader
Sonic Drive-In
08.2005 - 05.2006
- Answered telephone calls and responded to inquiries
- Managed 5-person team of cooks and back of house staff for a drive in restaurant.
Night Manager
Wendy's
Carlsbad, New Mexico
06.2004 - 05.2006
- Promoted from Team Leader to Assistant Manager within 3 months.
- Managed staff of 6 sales associates
Education
Studying Restaurant Management -
N.R.A.E.F. (National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation)
Albuquerque, New Mexico04.2025
Certified Instructor for Food Handler class -
Servsafe
Albuquerque, New Mexico08.2017
Certified Proctor for the Servsafe Manager test -
Servsafe
Albuquerque, New Mexico08.2017
Certificate in Servsafe Management -
Servsafe
Albuquerque, New Mexico07.2017
High School Diploma -
Carlsbad Highschool
Carlsbad05.2005
Skills
- CHEF Advanced
- COOKING Expert
- BUSINESS PLANS Competent
Languages
Fluent, Conversational, Beginner
Skills
Advanced, Expert, Competent
Personal Information
Hobbies: Passion for learning and entrepreneurship, Completed courses for the Managefirst Program, Studying 'Controlling Food Service Costs' for National Restaurant Association Certification, Artist: tattoo artist, muralist, and painter, Heart of an Entrepreneur
Timeline
Owner/Artist
Black Lamp Studio
01.2020 - Current
Cook
Miyabi Japanese Restaurant
02.2019 - 01.2025
Sous Chef
Yellow Brix Restaurant
06.2017 - 07.2018
Manager
Brewer
02.2016 - 04.2017
Chef
Pecos River Cafe
09.2012 - 02.2016
Line Cook
Chili's Grill and Bar
09.2009 - 10.2012
Tattoo Artist
Crazy Eyes Tattoo Parlor
10.2007 - 09.2009
Sous-Chef
Landsun Homes Inc
06.2006 - 06.2007
Shift Leader
Sonic Drive-In
08.2005 - 05.2006
Night Manager
Wendy's
06.2004 - 05.2006
Studying Restaurant Management -
N.R.A.E.F. (National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation)
Certified Instructor for Food Handler class -
Servsafe
Certified Proctor for the Servsafe Manager test -
Servsafe
Certificate in Servsafe Management -
Servsafe
High School Diploma -
Carlsbad Highschool
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