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Moises Vasquez

DENVER,CO,

Summary

Personal Chef with a proven track record across various Denver fine establishments.

  • Excelling in food presentation and innovative menu collaborations. Skilled in food safety and kitchen management. I prioritize teamwork and adaptability to deliver exceptional service, while accommodating diverse dietary needs. Committed to efficient workflows and enhancing guest experiences. Through accountability and meticulous attention to detail.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Event Chef

Mixers & Morsels
10.2024 - 07.2025
  • Contributed to meal preparation while following safety and sanitation standards.
  • Learned kitchen operations, including food handling and equipment usage for efficient service delivery.
  • Streamlined mise en place for diverse culinary creations during events.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen environment.
  • Followed recipes accurately to ensure consistency in taste and presentation across multiple dishes.
  • Engaged in continual learning of culinary techniques to enhance skills and efficiency in food preparation.
  • Safeguarded company reputation by strictly adhering to local health department regulations during all stages of food handling and preparation process.

Lead Am Line Cook

Death & Co.
11.2023 - 07.2025
  • Preserved quality by strictly observing culinary procedures.
  • Ensured safety and efficiency by keeping kitchen workspace clean and organized.
  • Collaborated with team members to execute timely service during peak hours, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
  • Minimized waste using effective portion control.
  • Simultaneously prepared multiple orders during peak periods with high accuracy.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.

Event Chef

Bigsby Folly
04.2021 - 11.2023
  • Ensured quality control of food presentation by rapidly responding to changing event needs.
  • Created innovative proposals for future programs and initiatives.
  • Delivered exceptional service by accommodating diverse dietary restrictions and special requests from clients.
  • Implemented sustainable practices in the kitchen, minimizing environmental impact through recycling initiatives and local sourcing of ingredients whenever possible.
  • Enabled smoother transitions between courses during multi-course events by effectively managing food plating and presentation timelines.
  • Achieved seamless event execution by coordinating closely with event planners, vendors, and front-of-house staff.
  • Optimized kitchen workflows to support seamless execution of high-volume events.
  • Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
  • Replenished banquet stations and verified food temperatures and cleanliness of service areas.
  • Set up and disassembled food service stations, equipment and furniture per contract specifications.
  • Offered vegetarian versions of frequently ordered entrees to appeal to health conscious customers.

Lead Line Cook

Denver Milk Market
08.2019 - 02.2021
  • Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Developed and executed daily menu items, focusing on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
  • Instructed new line cooks on effective portion control.
  • Collaborated with management to optimize kitchen workflow and improve service efficiency.
  • Trained junior cooks on proper cooking techniques, safety protocols, and kitchen etiquette, promoting a positive work environment.
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.

Education

Culinary - Culinary Arts

Kicking Horse JobCore
Missoula, MT
10.2015

Skills

  • Food safety
  • Food preparation
  • Safe food handling
  • Kitchen management
  • Event management
  • Presentation skills
  • Organizing and prioritizing
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Organizational skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Task prioritization
  • Fine Knife skills

Certification

Servesafe Food Handlers Certificate

Timeline

Event Chef

Mixers & Morsels
10.2024 - 07.2025

Lead Am Line Cook

Death & Co.
11.2023 - 07.2025

Event Chef

Bigsby Folly
04.2021 - 11.2023

Lead Line Cook

Denver Milk Market
08.2019 - 02.2021

Culinary - Culinary Arts

Kicking Horse JobCore

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