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nicholas garcia

Crest Hill,IL

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with a proven track record at Lucky Strike Social, excelling in team leadership and inventory management. Recognized for enhancing kitchen efficiency and reducing food waste through innovative processes. Skilled in food safety and staff training, consistently delivering high-quality dishes in fast-paced environments.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Lucky Strike Social
04.2024 - Current
  • Supervised high-volume food preparation, maintaining timeliness and quality.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.

Lead Cook

World Famous Fish Company
01.2019 - 06.2023
  • Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
  • Maintained a high standard of food quality by consistently reviewing dishes for taste, presentation, and adherence to established guidelines.
  • Took over line positions in event of emergency.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
  • Monitored cooks and dishwasher performance and suggested improvements to streamline processes and increase team efficiency.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture through proactive communication with team members at all levels of the organization.

Lead Cook

Capital Senior Living Spring Meadows
05.2008 - 10.2018
  • Supervised high-volume food preparation, maintaining timeliness and quality.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.

Education

One Year College - Culinary Arts

Joliet Junior College, Joliet, IL

High School Diploma - Arts

Lockport Central , Lockport, IL
06.1994

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Kitchen leadership
  • Food safety
  • Inventory management
  • Kitchen organization
  • Safe handling
  • Staff training
  • Portion control
  • Food preparation supervision
  • Dish preparation
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Quality control
  • Food preparing, plating, and presentation
  • Delegating work

Timeline

Sous Chef - Lucky Strike Social
04.2024 - Current
Lead Cook - World Famous Fish Company
01.2019 - 06.2023
Lead Cook - Capital Senior Living Spring Meadows
05.2008 - 10.2018
Joliet Junior College - One Year College , Culinary Arts
Lockport Central - High School Diploma, Arts

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