Raul Hernandez
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dynamic Executive Pastry Chef with a proven track record at Carpenter Carpenter, specializing in curating seasonal dessert menus and training teams to uphold quality standards. Expert in pastry production and restaurant management, consistently delivering exceptional dishes while fostering a positive kitchen environment. Adept at maintaining ingredient stocks to ensure seamless operations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Full Goods Diner
04.2024 - Current
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain business reputation.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Managed and curated menus for seasonal changes
Executive Pastry Chef
Carpenter Carpenter
10.2021 - 12.2023
- Curated seasonal dessert menus and executed pastries, breads and ice creams for 4 individual restaurants.
- Monitored baking ingredient stocks and replenished items to maintain sufficient quantities for pastry production.
- Compiled working specifications and food cost estimates for new products to broaden pastry offerings.
- Trained and mentored team of apprentice bakers to maintain product quality and restaurant reputation.
Executive Pastry Chef
Maverick Texas Brasserie
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Prepared daily special pastries, breads and ice creams.
- Monitored baking ingredient stocks and replenished items to maintain sufficient quantities for pastry production.
- Maintained pastry-making equipment in good working order and replaced machinery when required to meet quality standards.
- Operated clean pastry cooking station and complied with applicable health and safety standards.
Sous Chef
Dough Pizzeria Napoletana
12.2018 - 06.2020
- Managed restaurant and staff.
- Curated special menus that changed daily.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
Executive Pastry Chef
Bliss Restaurant
06.2014 - 12.2018
- Curated seasonal desserts and ice creams that would change every month.
- Handled all pastry production
- Monitored baking ingredient stocks and replenished items to maintain sufficient quantities for pastry production.
- Prepared French, Mexican and European pastries to meet customer order requirements.
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
Education
High School Diploma -
John Paul Stevens
San Antonio, TX06.2013
Skills
- Dish preparation
- Pastry
- Breads
- Ice creams
- Pasta
- Plating
- Station oversight
- Order delivery practices
- Self Management
- Restaurant Management
- Positive and professional
- Cooking techniques
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
French
Elementary
Arabic
Elementary
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Exploring various forms of art, such as painting, drawing, and music, to nurture creativity and personal growth
Timeline
Sous Chef
Full Goods Diner
04.2024 - Current
Executive Pastry Chef
Carpenter Carpenter
10.2021 - 12.2023
Executive Pastry Chef
Maverick Texas Brasserie
06.2020 - 10.2021
Sous Chef
Dough Pizzeria Napoletana
12.2018 - 06.2020
Executive Pastry Chef
Bliss Restaurant
06.2014 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
John Paul Stevens