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Richard Flores

Fresno,CA

Summary

Culinary professional with strong background in high-pressure kitchen environments. Expertise in menu development, ingredient sourcing, and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation. Known for fostering collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and consistently achieving desired results. Skilled in team leadership, inventory management, and culinary innovation.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef/Owner

Ole Ole Ole Catering
05.2014 - Current
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.

Chef /Head of Kitchen

Sigma Chi Fraternity - Fresno State University
03.2021 - 02.2023
  • Prepared dinner service for up to 45 residents of Sigma Chi Fraternity.
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.

Cook / Weekend Shift Leader

Fresno State University
08.2012 - 05.2015
  • Worked with a kitchen staff to prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner service for up to 1000 students, staff, and other personnel.
  • Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
  • Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced cafeteria-style environment.
  • Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities by overseeing multiple cooking stations simultaneously while maintaining quality control standards.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health department standards for safety and sanitation.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, maintaining focus on completing tasks efficiently without compromising quality.

Education

Certified Dietary Manager Certification

Certifying Board of Dietary Managers
Fresno, CA
09-2024

Associate of Science - Food And Nutrition

Fresno City College
Fresno, CA
07-2024

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts Professional

Institute of Technology
Clovis, CA
12-2013

Skills

  • Efficient food preparation skills
  • Cooking methods expertise
  • Food safety compliance
  • Service excellence
  • Culinary operations management
  • Culinary presentation
  • Detail-oriented approach
  • Strong verbal and written communication

Timeline

Chef /Head of Kitchen

Sigma Chi Fraternity - Fresno State University
03.2021 - 02.2023

Chef/Owner

Ole Ole Ole Catering
05.2014 - Current

Cook / Weekend Shift Leader

Fresno State University
08.2012 - 05.2015

Certified Dietary Manager Certification

Certifying Board of Dietary Managers

Associate of Science - Food And Nutrition

Fresno City College

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts Professional

Institute of Technology

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