Michael Longres
Miami Beach
Summary
Highly-Motivated team player with great avidity for the culinary arts, creativity and problem solving. Experienced in French, Asian and Latin American Cuisines mainly focusing on Argentinean, Peruvian and Mexican traditions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Sous Chef
Novikov
Miami
01.2021 - Current
- Assisted Executive Chef in creating new recipes while maintaining traditional favorites.
- Ensured compliance with local health department regulations by performing routine inspections.
- Monitored food costs on a weekly basis to maintain target profit margins.
- Resolved conflicts between kitchen staff members and provided guidance as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of invoices related to food purchases for accounting purposes.
- Implemented strategies to reduce waste and improve efficiency in the kitchen operations.
- Ordered food supplies, maintained inventory, and managed budgeting of resources.
- Created recipes, incorporating various techniques, to build flavor and unique visual appeal.
Cook 1
The Edition- Miami Beach
Miami Beach
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Prepared a wide range of dishes according to menu specifications and chef instructions.
Sous Chef
SBE Entertainment Group
Delano Hotel
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement in service or product quality.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
Chef De Partie
COMO Parrot Cay-Turks and Caicos Islands
Turks and Caicos Islands
02.2015 - 07.2017
- Established pizza menu, diversifying culinary offerings for clientele.
- Motivated staff to adhere to stringent restaurant standards through discipline.
- Served as private chef for high-profile guests, delivering exceptional dining experiences.
- Contributed to successful launch events during re-opening of Lotus restaurant.
- Completed Forbes 5-star service training, enhancing service quality within establishment.
Line Cook
Biltmore hotel
Coral Gables
01.2009 - 02.2012
- Executed tasks in garde manger area to optimize kitchen operations.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Assisted fish station during dinner service, ensuring high quality and speed.
- Produced stocks and sauces to support menu offerings effectively.
- Acquired training in French cooking techniques to elevate culinary expertise.
Education
culinary arts
Johnson And Wales University
North Miami, FL01.2009
Monsignor Edward Pace
01.2006
Skills
- Recipe development
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Cost control
- Waste reduction
- Team leadership
- Staff training
- Kitchen management
- Productivity optimization
- Inventory control
- Purchasing
- Decision-making
- Staff scheduling
- Strong work ethic
- Creative thinking
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Areas Of Interest
- Team Building
- Staff Training
- Banquets
- Private Events
Timeline
Executive Sous Chef
Novikov
01.2021 - Current
Cook 1
The Edition- Miami Beach
01.2019 - 01.2020
Sous Chef
SBE Entertainment Group
08.2017 - 01.2019
Chef De Partie
COMO Parrot Cay-Turks and Caicos Islands
02.2015 - 07.2017
Line Cook
Biltmore hotel
01.2009 - 02.2012
culinary arts
Johnson And Wales University
Monsignor Edward Pace
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