Osbaldo Zarazua Arvizu
Eminence,KY
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with expertise in Italian cuisine from Buca Di Beppo, excelling in food preparation and recipe adherence. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through effective communication and teamwork, while maintaining high health standards. Skilled in inventory management and problem-solving, ensuring optimal freshness and quality in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Buca Di Beppo
Louisville , KY
06.2011 - 03.2025
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Chopped vegetables and seasoned meats and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing and braising.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
Laborer Operator
310 Tempering
Louisville , KY
12.2018 - 11.2023
- Identified potentially hazardous or unacceptable materials at job site and coordinated proper disposal.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain safety standards and prevent accidents.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks to be completed.
- Maintained and operated heavy machinery in a safe and efficient manner.
Education
High School Diploma -
High School Mexico
Guanaguato, MXSkills
- Food preparation
- Knife skills
- Portion control
- Recipe adherence
- Health standards
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- Equipment operation
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Workstation sanitation
- Batch cooking
- Cold food preparation
- Italian Cuisine Expertise
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Laborer Operator
310 Tempering
12.2018 - 11.2023
Line Cook
Buca Di Beppo
06.2011 - 03.2025
High School Diploma -
High School Mexico