Robert Valenzuela
San Bruno,CA
Summary
Experienced Sois Chef with high-volume kitchen environments, food preparation, and team coordination. Utilizes advanced culinary techniques and efficient kitchen management to ensure high standards. Track record of fostering cohesive team dynamics and maintaining consistent quality in fast-paced settings.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Bon Appetit Management Company
01.2018 - Current
- Responsible for supervising the preparation and cooking of various dishes, developing daily menu items and their execution and garnishment.
- Maintaining multi station kitchen through breakfast and lunch services
- Demonstrate good cooking and cleanliness practices for optimal time and health safety
Kitchen supervisor
Centurion Lounge
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Planned menus according to Accounts needs and diet restrictions
- Shop for and order kitchen supplies and equipment
- Clean and prepare food preparation areas and inspect daily
Lead Cook
Yankee Pier
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Check quality of food and product upon delivery
- Prepare food at rapid pace while maintaining cleanliness and efficiency
- Set up stations in compliance with health and safety departments
Meat Department Clerk/Deli Manager
Save-mart Supermarkets
01.2008 - 01.2016
- Manage daily ordering of products and equipment within budget constraints.
- Develop schedules based on allocated hours.
- Cut and Slice Meats
- Delivered exceptional support to customers, ensuring satisfaction and resolution of inquiries.
Education
San Lorenzo High School
San Lorenzo, CA06.2009
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Safe food handling
- Food presentation
- Menu planning
- Food preparation
- Customer service
- Allergen awareness
- Cooking techniques
- Safety management
Timeline
Sous Chef
Bon Appetit Management Company
01.2018 - Current
Kitchen supervisor
Centurion Lounge
01.2014 - 01.2018
Lead Cook
Yankee Pier
01.2014 - 01.2016
Meat Department Clerk/Deli Manager
Save-mart Supermarkets
01.2008 - 01.2016
San Lorenzo High School
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