REINALDO CRUZ
LAS VEGAS,NV
Summary
Versatile and dynamic professional with a proven track record at CUT by Wolfgang Puck, enhancing kitchen efficiency and fostering team collaboration. Expert in operational oversight and technical proficiency, adept at managing high-pressure environments. Fluent in two languages, demonstrating rapid learning ability and strong organizational skills for optimal performance and innovation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Helper
CUT by Wolfgang Puck
07.2024 - Current
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstations.
- Developed strong working relationships with fellow staff members, promoting effective communication within the kitchen team.
- Managed time effectively under pressure during peak service hours for optimal performance.
- Assisted with inventory management to minimize food waste and reduce costs.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly adjusting to changing menu offerings and seasonal ingredients.
- Streamlined food prep processes, increasing overall kitchen productivity.
- Supported chefs in preparing high-quality dishes for guest satisfaction.
- Collaborated with cooking team to ensure timely preparation of menu items.
Head chef
Cafe vintage- Hoy Como Ayer
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Preparing menus, getting everything ready, organizing and restocking, keeping everything clean.
Head chef
Pan Para Pan
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Preparing menus, getting everything ready, organizing and restocking, keeping everything clean
Chef
Daycos Pizza
04.2019 - 05.2020
- Company Overview: Casino Deportivo Cerro
- Preparing menus, getting everything ready, organizing and restocking, keeping everything clean
- Casino Deportivo Cerro
Information Technology Specialist
Immigration
02.2011 - 11.2019
- Set up network profiles, security permissions and file sharing systems.
- Ensured data security, implementing encryption measures and access controls for sensitive information.
- Troubleshot complex hardware and software issues for swift resolution, minimizing downtime for affected users.
- Enhanced system performance by implementing and maintaining hardware and software upgrades.
Bartender
Bartender Association
03.2016 - 09.2017
Education
Bartender -
Bartender Association
Havana09.2017
Information Systems - Security
Osvaldo Herrera
Plaza06.2011
Skills
- Fluent In Two Languages
- Effective Team Collaboration
- Rapid Learner
- Skilled in Task Prioritization
- Operational Oversight Skills
- Effective Pressure Management
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Technical Proficiency
Projects
Reyes Kitchen, Creating my own restaurant, with my own menu and vibes.
Awards
- Employee 3 month in a roll, 2021
- Teamwork, 2019
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chef Helper
CUT by Wolfgang Puck
07.2024 - Current
Head chef
Cafe vintage- Hoy Como Ayer
08.2021 - 11.2022
Head chef
Pan Para Pan
05.2020 - 08.2021
Chef
Daycos Pizza
04.2019 - 05.2020
Bartender
Bartender Association
03.2016 - 09.2017
Information Technology Specialist
Immigration
02.2011 - 11.2019
Bartender -
Bartender Association
Information Systems - Security
Osvaldo Herrera
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