Ricardo Ledesma
Whittier,CA
Summary
Adaptable and enterprising Sous Chef with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading successful teams. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Roys Restaurant
Anaheim, CA
03.2024 - Current
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
Line Cook
Roy's Restaurant
Anaheim, CA
06.2022 - Current
- Saute Cook, Grill Cook, Vegetation Cook, Exposition, Food prep
Waiter & FOH
El Camino Family Restaurant
Whittier, CA
09.2019 - 05.2022
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Fundamentals
Cypress College
Cypress, CA05.2023
High School Diploma -
La Mirada High School
La Mirada, CA06.2017
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Staff Training
- Food Handler Certification
- Cost Control
- Seafood Preparation
Accomplishments
- Certificate of Appreciation - Cypress Bistro, 05/01/22, First class to work cypress bistro after pandemic years
- Cypress College International Festival - Cypress College, 05/01/22, Provided Scandinavian inspired food as well as cooking demonstration for festival
- Featured in Orange County News - City of Orange, 05/01/22, Volunteer work for providing turkeys for homeless shelters during thanksgiving
- Maple Master Chef Culinary Competition - Cypress Bistro, 05/01/22, Volunteer work for helping elementary students learn to cook
- ServeSafe Allergens Certificate of Completion - ServeSafe National Restaurant Association, 05/01/22
- Diners Choice Award for Best Seafood in North Orange County - Roys Anahime, 12/01/22
Certification
- Serve Safe Licensed Manager food handlers card- 2024
- Serve Safe Allergens card- 2022
- CSC - Certified Sous Chef
Timeline
Sous Chef
Roys Restaurant
03.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Roy's Restaurant
06.2022 - Current
Waiter & FOH
El Camino Family Restaurant
09.2019 - 05.2022
Associate of Science - Culinary Fundamentals
Cypress College
High School Diploma -
La Mirada High School