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REYNALDO VALDEZ

Houma,LA

Summary

Skilled Cook with experience in diverse culinary settings, from casual to fine dining. Developed unique recipes and plate presentations, demonstrating creativity and understanding of flavor profiles. Strong multitasking skills, able to manage multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining high standards for food quality and presentation. Contributed to overall improvement in kitchen efficiency and reduction of waste at previous workplace.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

OFFSHORE COOK

LOGIC SUPPORT SERVICES
Lafayette, LOUISIANA
01.2023 - Current
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
  • Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
  • Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
  • Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.

OFFSHORE COOK

ESS Support Services Worldwide
Lafayette , LOUISIANA
05.2016 - 06.2024
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
  • Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.

OFFSHORE DAY COOK

SONTHEIMER OFFSHORE CATERING
HOUMA, LOUISIANA
10.2019 - 12.2023
  • Prepared and cooked meals for customers according to menu specifications.
  • Organized kitchen equipment and supplies in an orderly fashion.
  • Checked food temperatures with thermometer to ensure proper cooking temperatures were achieved.
  • Assisted other cooks in the preparation of various dishes.
  • Stocked ingredients from delivery area to storage, walk-in coolers, and freezer areas.

OFFSHORE COOK

BAILEYS SUPPORT SERVICES
HOUMA, LOUISIANA
02.2022 - 01.2023
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
  • Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
  • Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - HRM

AMA COMPUTER COLLEGE
PHILIPPINES

Skills

  • YPFood presentation
  • Surface cleaning
  • Frying
  • Food handling
  • Recipe-based cooking
  • Supply Restocking
  • Dish preparation

Timeline

OFFSHORE COOK

LOGIC SUPPORT SERVICES
01.2023 - Current

OFFSHORE COOK

BAILEYS SUPPORT SERVICES
02.2022 - 01.2023

OFFSHORE DAY COOK

SONTHEIMER OFFSHORE CATERING
10.2019 - 12.2023

OFFSHORE COOK

ESS Support Services Worldwide
05.2016 - 06.2024

Some College (No Degree) - HRM

AMA COMPUTER COLLEGE
REYNALDO VALDEZ