Michael Gonzales
Indio,CA
Summary
Exceptionally talented professional in restaurant industry offering dynamic skills in meal preparation, portion sizing and plating. Experienced Chef de Partie with background working in high volume establishments that set culinary trends and cater to all clientele.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
The Lakes Country Club
10.2018 - Current
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
- Assisted in staff training, developing strong teamwork and consistency in dish preparation.
- Improved customer satisfaction by attentively addressing dietary restrictions and special requests.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations by maintaining proper storage protocols for perishable items and promptly addressing any potential hazards.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying and baking.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
Pizza Chef
Mario's Italian Restaurant
03.2019 - 10.2021
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by crafting high-quality pizzas and maintaining consistency in taste and presentation.
- Reduced food waste by efficiently managing pizza ingredients and rotating stock regularly.
- Maintained a clean workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations for food handling.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency and overall kitchen performance.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen and dining area for accurate order fulfillment and timely service delivery.
- Implemented daily prep tasks which contributed to smooth shift transitions between morning, afternoon, and evening crews.
Pantry Chef
Yard House
01.2015 - 10.2018
- Reduced food waste by effectively managing inventory and utilizing ingredients efficiently for various recipes.
- Maintained a clean and organized pantry, adhering to strict sanitation standards and regulations.
- Assisted in training new hires on proper food handling techniques and kitchen procedures, ensuring consistent quality across all dishes prepared.
- Contributed to overall team success by supporting other kitchen staff during busy periods or staff shortages.
- Participated in regular kitchen inspections by health department officials, ensuring that the establishment consistently met or exceeded local food safety requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Indio High School
Indio, CA06.2003
Skills
- Portion standards
- Food spoilage prevention
- Recruiting and training
- Counter sanitization
- Knife Skills
- Kitchen Organization
- Special Events
- Pastry Techniques
- Dessert creation
- Poaching methods
- Inventory Management
- Employee Scheduling
Timeline
Pizza Chef
Mario's Italian Restaurant
03.2019 - 10.2021
Chef De Partie
The Lakes Country Club
10.2018 - Current
Pantry Chef
Yard House
01.2015 - 10.2018
High School Diploma -
Indio High School
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