Ricardo Angel
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dynamic Head Chef with a proven track record at Claudisal Rest Corp, excelling in menu development and kitchen management. Recognized for enhancing guest satisfaction through innovative dishes and effective staff training. Expertise in ingredient sourcing and maintaining high food quality standards, driving repeat business and elevating restaurant reputation.
Experienced with managing high-pressure kitchen environments and creating diverse, appealing menus. Utilizes in-depth understanding of culinary techniques and kitchen logistics to streamline operations. Track record of effective team leadership and maintaining consistent quality standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Claudisal Rest Corp
05.2019 - 05.2025
- Led culinary team in creating innovative menus, enhancing guest satisfaction and restaurant reputation.
- Streamlined kitchen operations, improving efficiency and reducing food waste through effective resource management.
- Mentored junior chefs, fostering skill development and promoting a collaborative kitchen environment.
- Implemented food safety protocols, ensuring compliance with health regulations and maintaining high hygiene standards.
- Developed seasonal menu offerings based on local ingredients, driving customer interest and repeat business.
- Coordinated special events catering, tailoring services to meet diverse client needs and preferences successfully.
- Evaluated kitchen performance metrics regularly, identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategic changes accordingly.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
- Trained junior chefs in advanced culinary techniques and food safety procedures, helping them grow professionally within the industry.
- Elevated restaurant''s reputation by consistently creating high-quality, innovative dishes and maintaining top-notch presentation standards.
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
Sous Chef
Claudisal Rest Corp
05.2015 - 05.2019
- Assisted in daily food preparation and cooking processes in high-volume kitchen environment.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Supported inventory management by tracking ingredient availability and ordering supplies as needed.
- Participated in menu planning discussions, providing input on seasonal ingredients and dish ideas.
- Learned and followed proper food safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Helped train new kitchen staff on basic cooking techniques and operational procedures.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Skills
- Kitchen management
- Menu development
- Menu planning
- Culinary expertise
- Kitchen operations
- Food presentation
- Recipe creation
- Fine-dining expertise
- Grilling
- Ingredient sourcing
- Inventory rotation
- Staff training
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Head Chef
Claudisal Rest Corp
05.2019 - 05.2025
Sous Chef
Claudisal Rest Corp
05.2015 - 05.2019
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