Noe Morales
Huntington Beach,CA
Summary
Dynamic Kitchen Manager with a proven track record at Mama's On 39, excelling in inventory management and staff supervision. Enhanced customer satisfaction through innovative menu development and strict adherence to food safety standards. Recognized for fostering a collaborative team environment while maintaining high sanitation standards and operational efficiency.
Food service professional with extensive experience in kitchen management and culinary operations. Known for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety while fostering collaborative team environment. Reliable and adaptable, with strong skills in leadership and problem-solving.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Mama's On 39
05.2017 - 10.2025
- Managed daily kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to food safety standards and regulations.
- Supervised kitchen staff, providing training and guidance to enhance performance and efficiency.
- Developed menus incorporating seasonal ingredients, improving customer satisfaction and engagement.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and optimizing supply chain efficiency.
- Established quality control measures to maintain high standards in food preparation and presentation.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Led team meetings focused on operational improvements and fostering a positive work environment.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
Line Cook
Dukes
08.2006 - 06.2015
- Prepared high-quality dishes following restaurant recipes and standards.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure timely restocking of kitchen supplies.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes.
- Trained new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and safety protocols.
- Implemented efficient cooking methods to enhance food quality and reduce waste.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
Line Cook
The Longboard Restaurant & Pub
03.2008 - 02.2013
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations throughout service hours.
- Assisted in menu planning by providing feedback on popular dishes and customer preferences.
- Led kitchen team during peak hours, ensuring timely execution of orders and customer satisfaction.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
Prep Cook
Luggatti's
06.2005 - 07.2008
- Prepared ingredients according to standardized recipes, ensuring consistency and quality in all dishes.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Assisted chefs in meal preparation, enhancing workflow and supporting timely service delivery.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize kitchen operations, improving efficiency during peak service times.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Ordering supplies
- Vendor relations
- Sanitation standards
- Health code compliance
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Staff supervision
- Food preparation
- Kitchen management
- Inventory control
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
- Increased team productivity by implementing key process improvements.
- Supervised team of 19 staff members.
- Hired, trained and oversaw kitchen staff for new 170-seat restaurant.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Mama's On 39
05.2017 - 10.2025
Line Cook
The Longboard Restaurant & Pub
03.2008 - 02.2013
Line Cook
Dukes
08.2006 - 06.2015
Prep Cook
Luggatti's
06.2005 - 07.2008