Michael Mugnolo
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Flexible cook with a proven track record at multiple kitchens, excelling in team coordination and quality control. Recognized for enhancing employee productivity through effective training and fostering a collaborative environment. Skilled in time management and equipment maintenance, consistently delivering exceptional dining experiences while maintaining high cleanliness and safety standards.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Lead
Capos Pizza
05.2022 - Current
- Operated kitchen equipment to prepare ingredients for menu items efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations to ensure a safe cooking environment.
- Trained staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols, enhancing team performance.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Supervised shift operations, ensuring timely meal delivery during peak hours while maintaining quality standards.
- Implemented improved food presentation techniques, enhancing overall customer satisfaction and dining experience.
Kitchen Lead
California Pizza Kitchen
03.2018 - 04.2022
- Supervised kitchen operations to ensure adherence to safety and sanitation standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on food preparation techniques and menu items.
- Coordinated with front-of-house teams to enhance service efficiency during peak hours.
- Monitored food production consistency, ensuring compliance with recipe specifications.
- Fostered a positive work environment, promoting teamwork and open communication among kitchen staff.
- Increased employee productivity by providing ongoing training and performance feedback for kitchen staff members.
- Collaborated with executive chef on menu development, contributing creative ideas for innovative dishes that drove increased sales revenue.
Line Cook
Quarry Hofbrau & Beer Garden
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and standards.
Dish Washer
Cherrity Bar
- Managed cleaning and sanitizing of dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment according to health standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely availability of clean dishes for service.
- Assisted in inventory management by organizing and restocking dishware as needed.
- Trained new team members on proper dishwashing techniques and equipment usage.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Downers Grove South
Downers Grove, IL01-2016
Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Customer service
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Team coordination
- Quality control
Certification
- Food Manager License - 2023 - Current
- TABC License - 2022 - Current
Timeline
Kitchen Lead
Capos Pizza
05.2022 - Current
Kitchen Lead
California Pizza Kitchen
03.2018 - 04.2022
Line Cook
Quarry Hofbrau & Beer Garden
Dish Washer
Cherrity Bar
High School Diploma -
Downers Grove South