RICK FACIO
PHOENIX,AZ
Summary
Passionate, spirited and classically trained culinary professional, skilled in building relationships and developing high-performing teams. Leader in delivery of excellent customer service. Equipped to apply restaurant operational experience to grow world-class organizations. Dedicated to food safety, customer service best practices and quality food service. Motivated Sous Chef polished in keeping kitchen staff on task and handling high-volume work. Knowledgeable about sourcing ingredients, maintaining budgets and maximizing customer satisfaction. Works with management to analyze food costs and forecast business trends to meet company goals. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
EVO North Scottsdale
Scottsdale, AZ
08.2023 - Current
- Overseeing kitchen employee scheduling to meet coverage needs and avoid wasted labor.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
Kitchen Staff Member
Qwick
Phoenix, AZ
12.2017 - Current
- Responsible for prep for dinner services
- Making sure product is always up to quality and out on a timely matter
- Learn new dishes and execute them to the highest standards
- Observed food handling and sanitation procedures to safeguard against foodborne illnesses.
- Cooked meals or specialty items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.
- Carried out basic cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes .
Sous Chef
Harrah's Casino Maricopa
Maricopa
01.2012 - 10.2017
- Responsible to prepare for breakfast and lunch services
- Ensuring orders are prepared quickly and accurately
- Responsible to insure food inventory is accounted for every night
- To put in food orders for the week
- Promoted to Sous Chef after 2 months
- Responsible for over 35 employees.
Line Cook
Paradise Valley Country Club Paradise Valley
Paradise Valley
09.2006 - 11.2012
- Responsible for preparations and re-stalking sauté station for dinner service
- Assuring food went out in a timely manner and accurate
- Moved into cook position with-in 3 months of being hired
- Prepared recipes as assigned by the head chef
- Assisted the head chef in handling the daily operations in the kitchen.
Education
Diploma -
Moon Valley High School Phoenix
01.2001
Skills
- Decision Making
- Communication
- Leadership and Teamwork
- Customer Service
- Ability to Multitask
- Effective Time Management
- Adaptability
- Fast Learner
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Knife Skills
- Employee Scheduling
- Staff Training
- Detail Oriented
- Garnishing and Plating
- Team Leadership
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Maricopa
- Date of Birth: 11/17/1982
Timeline
Sous Chef
EVO North Scottsdale
08.2023 - Current
Kitchen Staff Member
Qwick
12.2017 - Current
Sous Chef
Harrah's Casino Maricopa
01.2012 - 10.2017
Line Cook
Paradise Valley Country Club Paradise Valley
09.2006 - 11.2012
Diploma -
Moon Valley High School Phoenix
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