Mike Maemura
Walnut,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented culinary professional skilled in menu development and staff training. Known for fostering teamwork and maintaining high food safety standards, contributing to streamlined operations and enhanced customer experiences.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Concourse Bowling Center
Anaheim, CA
03.2021 - Current
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock to reduce waste and improve cost efficiency.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for food preparation and service.
Sous Chef
Konbu Catering
Garden Grove, CA
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Prepared personalized meals for corporate events and daily on-site meal service for up to 10 000 guests
- Collaborated with event coordinators to customize catering menus for diverse client needs and preferences.
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring high-quality meal preparation and presentation.
- Developed and implemented new menu items, enhancing seasonal offerings and customer satisfaction.
- Managed inventory control, reducing waste through effective stock rotation and purchasing strategies.
- Trained junior chefs on culinary techniques and safety protocols, fostering skill development and teamwork.
Commis Chef
Fresh and Lean Inc
Anaheim, CA
11.2016 - 04.2018
- Prepared batch recipes following strict recipe guidelines for a delivery meal service.
- Produced up to 25 000 meals per day.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to improve kitchen workflows and reduce preparation time.
- Trained new staff on cooking techniques and proper kitchen procedures, fostering a collaborative environment.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, contributing to streamlined food preparation processes.
Chef/Operations Manager
Stadtgarten
Fullerton, CA
11.2014 - 09.2016
- Developed seasonal menus emphasizing local ingredients to enhance customer experience.
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety standards.
- Trained new team members on food preparation techniques and kitchen protocols.
- Implemented cost-control measures, reducing food waste while maintaining quality standards.
- Hired and trained front and back of house staff in proper business practices.
- Led team in daily service operations, fostering a cohesive environment and promoting teamwork.
- Compiled daily sales reports completed all daily financial transactions.
Education
Culinary Arts
Souther California School of Culinary Arts
South Pasadena12-1999
High School Diploma -
West Covina High School
West Covina, CA06-1990
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Menu development
- Staff supervision
- Food preparation
- Staff training and development
- Kitchen management
- Inventory control
Certification
Serv Safe Manager Certification
Languages
Japanese
Professional Working
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Concourse Bowling Center
03.2021 - Current
Sous Chef
Konbu Catering
04.2018 - 03.2020
Commis Chef
Fresh and Lean Inc
11.2016 - 04.2018
Chef/Operations Manager
Stadtgarten
11.2014 - 09.2016
Culinary Arts
Souther California School of Culinary Arts
High School Diploma -
West Covina High School