Miguel Hernandez
Pearland,TX
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cafe Manager Trainee/Specialist
Alvin ISD
06.2024 - Current
- Oversaw daily cafe operations to maintain smooth workflow in both front-of-house and back-of-house areas.
- Delivered excellent customer service experiences by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Trained cafe employees to consistently exceed customers' expectations and provide superior service.
- Established a welcoming atmosphere, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation throughout the cafe.
- Worked closely with kitchen staff to ensure menu items were prepared efficiently while maintaining quality standards.
- Secured daily cash by verifying totals and making nightly deposits.
- Minimized risks of cross-contamination and infection by directing team members to regularly clean and sanitize surfaces.
Banquet Chef
JW Marriott Houston Downtown
12.2017 - 07.2018
- Grilled, roasted, baked and performed other cooking techniques to produce high volume meals.
- Practiced safe work habits to avoid possible injury to self or other employees.
- Learned menu items produced by assigned station to achieve proper quantities.
- Analyzed banquet event orders and planned and coordinated functions with catering staff to meet or exceed customer expectations.
- Chopped vegetables, butchered meat and prepared sauces in advance to serve guests promptly and efficiently.
- Dated and rotated food containers, safely stored perishables and maintained sanitary work environment to maximize food safety.
- Coordinated efforts with other departments such as front-of-house staff or beverage managers to ensure seamless execution during events.
Chef
Post Acute Rehabilitaion Hospital of Clear Lake
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
Prep Cook
Morrison Healthcare Food Services
02.2015 - 01.2016
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
Cook 4
Hyatt Regency
05.2014 - 08.2014
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
The Art Institute of Houston
Houston, TX09-2014
Skills
- Foodservice
- Employee scheduling
- Staff management
- Health and safety regulations
- Order management
- Food safety compliance
Certification
Region 4 Level 5 Certification
ServSafe Managers Certificate
Affiliations
- American Culinary Federation
Timeline
Cafe Manager Trainee/Specialist
Alvin ISD
06.2024 - Current
Banquet Chef
JW Marriott Houston Downtown
12.2017 - 07.2018
Chef
Post Acute Rehabilitaion Hospital of Clear Lake
01.2016 - 12.2017
Prep Cook
Morrison Healthcare Food Services
02.2015 - 01.2016
Cook 4
Hyatt Regency
05.2014 - 08.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
The Art Institute of Houston
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