Norberto Mendez
Woodbridge,VA
Summary
Organized and dependable individual successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. My extensive professional background has allowed me to excel in leadership positions and help promote team success. I welcome any opportunity that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervising Chef
Fire Works
01.2012 - Current
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
- Elevated restaurant''s reputation by consistently creating high-quality, innovative dishes and maintaining top-notch presentation standards.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
Cook
True Food Kitchen
07.2022 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality meals in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between kitchen and dining room teams for optimal guest satisfaction.
- Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities by overseeing multiple cooking stations simultaneously while maintaining quality control standards.
Sous Chef
Legal Sea Foods
01.1998 - 12.2020
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
Construction Worker
Private Practice
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Completed construction projects on time by adhering to strict deadlines and prioritizing tasks appropriately.
- Improved client satisfaction by delivering high-quality workmanship consistently, following up on feedback, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Operated heavy machinery efficiently, ensuring timely progress on construction projects while minimizing risk of accidents or damage.
Assistant Manager
Americana Grocery
01.1988 - 12.1997
- Streamlined store operations for increased efficiency, implementing new processes and procedures.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
Skills
- Customer Service
- Food Handling
- Cleaning and Organization
- New Hire Training
- Cooking Techniques
- Attention to detail
- Staff Supervision
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cook
True Food Kitchen
07.2022 - Current
Construction Worker
Private Practice
01.2019 - 12.2022
Supervising Chef
Fire Works
01.2012 - Current
Sous Chef
Legal Sea Foods
01.1998 - 12.2020
Assistant Manager
Americana Grocery
01.1988 - 12.1997
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