Ricardo Torres-Olvera
Shawnee,KS
Summary
Dynamic Sous Chef with a strong background in team leadership, menu planning, and food presentation. Proven ability to coordinate high-volume catering events while maintaining food safety standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Sodexo USA
Olathe, KS
12.2020 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Developed and implemented new menu items enhancing culinary offerings.
- Coordinated food preparation and plating for high-volume catering events.
- Trained junior chefs on cooking techniques and kitchen equipment use.
Cook
Hyvee Market Grill
Shawnee, KS
10.2018 - 02.2020
- Prepared high-quality dishes following menu specifications and safety guidelines.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, ensuring compliance with health standards.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and organization in work areas.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient usage and minimizing waste.
Education
Associate of Science - Chef Apprenticeship
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS05-2025
High School Diploma -
Shawnee Mission West
Overland Park, KS05-2020
Skills
- Team leadership
- Inventory management
- Food presentation
- Menu planning
- Food preparation
- Customer service
- Kitchen organization
- Cooking techniques
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sous Chef
Sodexo USA
12.2020 - Current
Cook
Hyvee Market Grill
10.2018 - 02.2020
Associate of Science - Chef Apprenticeship
Johnson County Community College
High School Diploma -
Shawnee Mission West