Monica Bautista Rios
Winters,CA
Summary
Professional culinary expert with strong skills in high-pressure kitchen environments. Proven ability to prepare diverse dishes while maintaining high standards of quality and presentation. Solid track record of collaborating effectively with team members and adapting to changing needs. Known for reliability, culinary creativity, and strong focus on achieving outstanding results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Cache Creek Casino Resort
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Contributed to successful catering events by coordinating meal preparation and execution, exceeding client expectations on each occasion.
- Boosted customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality dishes and maintaining strict adherence to food safety standards.
- Maintained open lines of communication with front-of-house management teams to address any potential issues before they escalated into larger problems affecting overall guest satisfaction levels.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
Line Cook
Preserve
01.2017 - 04.2024
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- 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.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Ensured smooth kitchen operations during special events or private parties by collaborating with front-of-house staff and adjusting to specific client requests.
- Assisted in training of new line cooks, ensuring they met kitchen's high standards quickly.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and hygiene, surpassing health inspection requirements.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
Education
High School Diploma -
Winters High School
101 Grant Ave05-2017
Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Professional attitude
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Inventory management
- Food safety
- Food presentation
- Kitchen leadership
Timeline
Sous Chef
Cache Creek Casino Resort
08.2024 - 09.2024
Line Cook
Preserve
01.2017 - 04.2024
High School Diploma -
Winters High School
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