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Peter Mendoza

Super Smash Burgers & Piro Catering
Springfield
4
years of professional experience

Self- motivated professional with years of experience in varying fields of the service industry. Background in ownership, management, and all things in between. Adapts quickly to an ever changing environment.

Work History

Owner / Chef

1 Year 4 Months
Super Smash Burgers & Piro Catering | 04.2025 - Current
  • Developed and executed menu items
  • Developed and executed menu offerings, enhancing customer satisfaction and brand appeal.
  • Coordinated catering events, aligning client expectations with service execution.

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Kitchen Manager

1 Year
Stage Stop Pizza & Brew | 06.2025 - 06.2026
  • Supervised daily kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to food safety standards and quality control.
  • Managed inventory levels, coordinating with suppliers to maintain stock.
  • Trained kitchen staff, improving team efficiency and performance through guidance

Prep Cook

3 Months
Shield Catering | 03.2025 - 06.2025
  • Prepared ingredients according to specifications for high-volume events.
  • Assisted chefs in food preparation and cooking, following established recipes.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace and equipment.

Owner

2 Years 9 Months
Piro: Latin Scratch Kitchen | 07.2022 - 04.2025
  • Developed menu items and created specials
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring quality food preparation
  • Trained and mentored staff on culinary techniques
  • Worked with suppliers to manage ordering and cost control

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

The Art Institute of Colorado | Denver | 06-2014

Skills

Customer relations
Small business operations
Networking skills
Verbal and written communication

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Stage Stop Pizza & Brew
06.2025 - 06.2026Read More

Owner / Chef

Super Smash Burgers & Piro Catering
04.2025 - CurrentRead More

Prep Cook

Shield Catering
03.2025 - 06.2025Read More

Owner

Piro: Latin Scratch Kitchen
07.2022 - 04.2025Read More

The Art Institute of Colorado

Associate of Applied Science from Culinary Arts
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Peter Mendoza