Mateo Camacho
Academia Camille Alta Cocina
Guatemala City,Guatemala
2
Languages
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience
Hi, I'm Mateo Camacho, a 23-year-old guy ready to work hard and achieve my goals. I'm bilingual and a fast learner with a charismatic personality, which makes it easy for me to work with a team. My passion is cooking. I´m a professional culinary expert with a proven track record in education and mentoring. Adept at creating innovative and effective culinary programs, fostering team collaboration, and achieving high-impact results. Skilled in recipe development, kitchen management, and culinary techniques. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic environments.
Diligent Chef instructor with a background in culinary instruction and extensive experience in developing and delivering comprehensive culinary curricula. Successfully led numerous hands-on training sessions, fostering a collaborative learning environment. Demonstrated expertise in culinary techniques and menu planning to cultivate students' skills and passion for cooking.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with a focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Work History
Chef Instructor
3 Years 2 Months- Mentored students in advanced pastry techniques and presentation skills.
- Evaluated student performance through practical assessments and feedback sessions.
- Organized and led workshops on seasonal pastries and innovative baking methods.
- Facilitated hands-on demonstrations, fostering a collaborative learning environment for students.
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on baking techniques and demonstrations in pastry classes.
- Consistently received positive evaluations from both peers and administrators for dedication to teaching excellence and commitment to student success.
- Managed course materials and resources efficiently, providing a well-structured learning environment for students.
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety standards and operational efficiency.
- Streamlined kitchen operations through effective workflow management, improving service times during peak hours.
- Led special events catering, creating customized dining experiences tailored to client specifications.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Conducted inventory of utilized products to maintain stock levels.
- Coordinated with suppliers for fresh ingredients, optimizing inventory management and reducing waste.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Manager
3 Years 6 Months- Managed family business Pasta Passarella, producing and distributing fresh pasta to hotels and restaurants in Guatemala City, including Camino Real Hotel and Hyatt Hotel.
- Supervised pasta production, recruited new employees, managed finances, established client relationships, and scheduled deliveries.
- Led team to optimize kitchen operations, enhancing workflow and reducing preparation time.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Implemented inventory management system, improving stock accuracy and reducing waste.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
Chef
1 Month- Designed and executed seasonal menus, enhancing culinary offerings and customer satisfaction.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by 80% through the implementation of new processes and procedures.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Streamlined operations by implementing new strategies, reducing time-consuming tasks.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Prepared ingredients for next day and conducted inventory of utilized products.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Collaborated effectively with front-of-house team for seamless dining experience and positive customer feedback.
- Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Mentored junior chefs in culinary techniques, fostering a collaborative and learning-focused work environment.
- Collaborated effectively with front-of-house team for seamless dining experience and positive customer feedback.
- Mentored junior chefs in culinary techniques, fostering a collaborative and learning-focused work environment.
Education
GED
Skills
Culinary expertise
Advanced pastry/baking techniques
Cooking techniques
Supplier management
Waste reduction
Cost management
Demonstration skills
Practical training
Time management
Multitasking skills
Task management
Organizational skills
Communication Skills
Active listening
Student engagement
Leadership Skills
Team building
Problem-solving
Critical thinking
Decision-making
Computer Skills
Computer proficiency
Task prioritization
Professionalism
Certification
- Masas Laminadas, Alimentos Excelentes - 23 y 24 de Junio del 2026 Guatemala
- Certificado de Cocina Internacional, Camille Alta Cocina - Junio 2023
- Certificado de curso de Pasta Fresca y Rellena, Scoolinaryy - 05/05/2022
Languages
Spanish
English
Interests
Boxing
Playing Chess
Play Viola
Drawing
Courses
- Pastas Frescas y Pastas Rellenas Course, Scoolinary January 2023 — February 2023
- Cocina Internacional Camille, Academia Camille Alta Cocina July 2022 — June 2023
Timeline
Chef Instructor
Academia Camille Alta Cocina
07.2023 - 09.2026Read More
Chef
Kale's Kitchen
10.2022 - 11.2022Read More
Manager
Pasta Passarella
01.2020 - 07.2023Read More
GED
GED
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