Oceas Tobar
Alexandria,VA
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with proven leadership at Bonefish Grill, enhancing kitchen operations and achieving cost reductions through controlled ingredient sourcing. Expert in food safety compliance and fostering teamwork, I consistently elevate staff performance and customer satisfaction while maintaining high sanitation standards. Committed to operational efficiency and excellence in food presentation.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Asistente Culinary Manager
Restaurante Bonefish Grill
Kingstowne, Alexandria Va
2024 - Current
- Managed daily kitchen operations to ensure consistent food quality and adherence to safety standards.
- Trained and mentored culinary staff on recipes, techniques, and best practices for efficiency.
- Oversaw health and sanitation practices, achieving compliance with local health regulations consistently.
- Lowered restaurant costs by Number% through creative ingredient sourcing and food waste efficiency.
- Established a positive work environment by fostering teamwork among kitchen staff members, resulting in improved productivity and morale.
- Reduced food waste and costs with careful menu planning, ingredient sourcing, and portion control.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly.
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
- Scheduled kitchen staff of Number people.
Entrenador Y Supervisor De Cocina
Silver Diner
Springfield Mall, Springfield Va
2021 - 2024
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and customer service excellence.
- Trained and mentored staff on operational procedures and company policies, enhancing team performance.
- Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation to optimize workflow efficiency during peak hours.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined operations and reduced wait times for customers.
- Monitored inventory levels, placing orders to maintain stock availability without overstocking issues.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures to increase effectiveness.
- Boosted team morale and performance, organizing regular training sessions and motivational meetings.
- Reduced conflict incidents significantly, fostering cohesive team environment through effective conflict resolution strategies.
- Oversaw compliance with industry regulations and company policies, ensuring safe and legal operational environment.
- Conducted thorough employee evaluations to identify areas for growth and development, leading to more skilled workforce.
Ejecutivo De Caja Y Atencion al Cliente
Sistema Fedecredito
El Salvador
2012 - 2020
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance financial services delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Analyzed market trends to inform product development and service offerings.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing within the team.
- Streamlined reporting processes, increasing accuracy and reducing turnaround time for financial analysis.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential challenges and develop mitigation strategies for operations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by streamlining communication channels and improving response times.
- Established long-term client relationships through consistent delivery of high-quality products and services.
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic marketing plans and business development initiatives.
- Drove significant growth in annual revenue by identifying and penetrating new market segments.
- Secured substantial media coverage for company initiatives, amplifying brand visibility and public engagement.
Supervisor De Cocina
Restaurantr Osteria Marzanos
Walker Lane, Alexandria Va
2021 - 2024
- Supervised daily restaurant operations, ensuring adherence to health and safety standards.
- Trained and mentored staff in customer service excellence and menu knowledge.
- Implemented inventory management processes to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to maintain efficient food preparation and service timelines.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Implemented procedural improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and productivity.
- Coordinated scheduling and staffing to optimize service levels during peak hours.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for employee development.
Education
BBA -
Instituto Tecnico De Educacion Multiple
Sonsonate El Salvador12-2011
Skills
- Leadership trained
- Sanitation standards
- Kitchen operations
- Food presentation
- Food storage
- Allergen awareness
- Grilling techniques
- Recipe development
- Cost control
- Minimizing food waste
- Sanitation expertise
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Reliable and responsible
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Team leadership
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Safe food handling
- Relationship building
- Calm and pleasant demeanor
- Operational efficiency
- Employee supervision
- Delegating assignments and tasks
- Self motivation
- Nutritional knowledge
- Infection control
- Health and safety regulations
- Interpersonal skills
- Analytical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Recruitment and hiring
- Food safety compliance
Timeline
Asistente Culinary Manager
Restaurante Bonefish Grill
2024 - Current
Entrenador Y Supervisor De Cocina
Silver Diner
2021 - 2024
Ejecutivo De Caja Y Atencion al Cliente
Sistema Fedecredito
2012 - 2020
Supervisor De Cocina
Restaurantr Osteria Marzanos
2021 - 2024
BBA -
Instituto Tecnico De Educacion Multiple