Michael Reyes
Katy,TX
Summary
Seasoned culinary professional recognized for high productivity levels and efficient task completion. Skilled in menu planning, inventory management, and kitchen safety protocols. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring smooth kitchen operations and quality meal service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dietary Cook
Haritage park of katy nursing home
Katy, Texas
03.2024 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area throughout shift.
- Followed all safety regulations when handling food and kitchen utensils.
- Educated staff on safe food handling practices and kitchen safety protocols.
- Organized food items, supplies and equipment needed for meal preparation.
- Monitored stock levels of food items, supplies and equipment used in meal preparation.
- Prepared meals for patients according to dietary requirements and restrictions.
- Assisted with ordering food items from vendors as required.
- Adjusted seasoning, garnishes, portion sizes as necessary for special diets.
- Carried out recipe modifications requested by customers or dietitians.
- Checked quality of ingredients prior to use in recipes.
- Properly stored food and handled all inventorying.
- Maintained routine meal schedules and serving times.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Recorded daily production information such as number of meals served, waste amounts.
Manager of Operations
Leftys cheese stakes
Houston , TX
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to improve efficiency.
- Monitored team progress towards achieving milestones set forth in project plans.
- Analyzed data to identify trends in customer service issues, financials, staffing needs to make informed decisions regarding operations.
- Oversaw inventory management activities including ordering supplies as needed.
- Coordinated training sessions for new employees regarding company policies, procedures as well as job roles, responsibilities associated with their positions.
- Provided leadership and direction to staff members to ensure successful completion of projects on time and within budget.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness across all departments.
Lead Cook
Craft Burger llc
Katy, Texas
02.2018 - 02.2020
- Evaluated customer feedback regarding taste, presentation, temperature accuracy, speed of service.
- Organized frequent tasting sessions with chefs in order to assess the quality of dishes being served.
- Collaborated with management team to develop new recipes and update existing ones in order to improve the overall dining experience.
- Provided guidance during meal rushes in order to maintain an organized workflow within the kitchen area.
- Inspected kitchen areas regularly for cleanliness; instructed staff members on sanitation protocols when necessary.
- Supervised staff in daily kitchen duties, including prepping ingredients, cooking meals, and cleaning up after service.
- Trained new cooks on proper techniques for preparing dishes according to recipes.
- Ensured compliance with health safety regulations while preparing meals and maintaining a sanitary work environment.
- Developed menus for special events and catering services according to customer specifications.
- Double-checked plated meals for last-minute changes before sending to dining room.
- Trained new chefs on menu items and kitchen procedures.
Education
GED -
North Shore High School
Houston, TX03-2006
Skills
- Nutrition requirements
- Plates presentation
- Sanitation procedures
- Nutritional deficiencies
- Food safety practices
- Staff instruction
- Sanitary practices
- Temperature control
- Portion control
- Quality control
- Cooking techniques
- Menu planning
- Food presentation
- Safe food handling
- Kitchen organization
- Recipe modification
- Menu development
- Inventory management
- Allergen awareness
- Food assembly
- Multi task talented
- Fast pase food production
Certification
- Food Management Certification identification number #193668
Accomplishments
- I have the opportunity to work with lots chefs in the houston area,I work with the 2018 winner of chop from food network for a couple of years
- I've have 10 years of culinary experience training besides chef
- Five years experience in leadership of kitchens
Timeline
Dietary Cook
Haritage park of katy nursing home
03.2024 - Current
Manager of Operations
Leftys cheese stakes
07.2021 - 02.2022
Lead Cook
Craft Burger llc
02.2018 - 02.2020
GED -
North Shore High School
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