Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Timeline

Roberto Alvarado Jaimez

Houston,TX

Summary

Quality­ oriented professional recognized for consistency in productivity and attendance

while exhibiting a positive attitude in light of challenging situations. Exhibits exemplary

work ethic and willingness to learn new processes and techniques which enhance business and team efforts. Aiming to leverage my skills to successfully fill the line cook role at your company.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Cook

III by Wolfgang Puck
11.2022 - 05.2024
  • Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
  • Maintained a high standard of food quality by consistently reviewing dishes for taste, presentation, and adherence to established guidelines.
  • Took over line positions in event of emergency.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
  • Supervised line cooks to monitor food safety and order accuracy.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Consistently met or exceeded health code standards by enforcing strict sanitation practices throughout the kitchen area.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Coordinated with the front-of-house staff to ensure timely dish preparation and delivery for optimal guest experience.
  • Monitored cooks performance and suggested improvements to streamline processes and increase team efficiency.
  • Streamlined prep work by organizing kitchen stations effectively and training junior staff on best practices for efficient workflow.
  • Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture through proactive communication with team members at all levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills by stepping in as acting Sous Chef during periods of personnel absence or transition.

Teppanyaki Chef

Benihana
11.2020 - 11.2022
  • Demonstrated meal creation and preparation for guests in entertaining and fun atmosphere.
  • Conversed with patrons and explained different menu items and ingredients would be used in meal preparation.
  • Grilled various cuts of meat and seafood items to meet customer specifications and food handling standards.

Grill cook

Flower Child
05.2019 - 03.2020
  • Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
  • Carve and trim meats such as beef, veal, ham, pork, and lamb for hot or cold service, or for sandwiches.
  • Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperature by regulating temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
  • Estimate expected food consumption, requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from storage.

Sides cook

Ruth's Chris Steakhouse
09.2017 - 11.2018
  • Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
  • Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
  • Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
  • Determine when to start preparing sides by consulting with grill cook on when steak and or other protein will be ready for hot and fresh sides.

Sauté Cook/ Prep

The Cheesecake Factory
06.2016 - 09.2017
  • Sauté ingredients by lightly frying them in a little oil and limited spices in pans.
  • Arrange sautéed food items aesthetically on dishes and platter and garnish them properly.
  • Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
  • Take and record temperature of food and food storage areas such as refrigerators and freezers.
  • Butcher and clean fowl, fish, poultry, and shellfish to prepare for cooking or serving.

Cook/ Trainer

Chili's
06.2015 - 06.2016
  • Check the quality of raw or cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
  • Instruct cooks or other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, or presentation of food.
  • Substitute for or assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods.

Pantry & Pastry/ Cashier

La Madeleine
08.2014 - 07.2015
  • Place dough in pans, molds, or on sheets and bake in production ovens.
  • Maintain professional demeanor, take order with a smile and accept payment from customers make change as necessary.
  • Communicate with customers regarding orders, comments, and complaints.
  • Prepare daily food items, and cook simple foods and beverages, such as sandwiches, salads, soups, pizza, or coffee using proper safety precautions and sanitary measures.
  • Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.

Education

Alief Elsik High School, Houston, TX
05.2015

Skills

  • Kitchen Management
  • Food Safety
  • Kitchen Organization
  • Meal Preparation
  • Crew training
  • Food inventory management
  • Employee Supervision
  • Spoilage prevention
  • Allergen safety
  • Large-scale food preparation
  • Food presentation
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Task Delegation
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Listening Skills
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Excellent people skills
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Relationship Building
  • Outgoing Personality
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Cash Handling Accuracy
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Ambitious & Driven
  • Meeting deadlines
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Adapt to diverse groups
  • Guest Relations
  • Building rapport
  • Quick learner

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Certification

Food handler certification

Timeline

Lead Cook - III by Wolfgang Puck
11.2022 - 05.2024
Teppanyaki Chef - Benihana
11.2020 - 11.2022
Grill cook - Flower Child
05.2019 - 03.2020
Sides cook - Ruth's Chris Steakhouse
09.2017 - 11.2018
Sauté Cook/ Prep - The Cheesecake Factory
06.2016 - 09.2017
Cook/ Trainer - Chili's
06.2015 - 06.2016
Pantry & Pastry/ Cashier - La Madeleine
08.2014 - 07.2015
Alief Elsik High School - ,

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