Roberto Suarez Lombeida
Wallington,NJ
Summary
Proven expertise in food preparation and kitchen safety, honed across roles including Cook Supervisor at Farm & Flower. Demonstrated ability to enhance team proficiency and reduce food waste, alongside exceptional problem-solving skills. Achieved significant improvements in kitchen efficiency and customer satisfaction through innovative menu planning and effective staff training.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Assistant
Pazza
Franklin Lakes, NJ
03.2024 - Current
- Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
- Followed recipes and instructions to achieve quality and presentation standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines for a safe kitchen environment.
- Assisted head chef in menu planning for optimal ingredient utilization and minimized food waste.
- Assisted in menu preparation, making suggestions, and researching recipes compatible with existing menu items.
- Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
- Received delivered, sorted produce and stored supplies quickly to maintain quality and condition.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely delivery of orders, improving overall dining experience for guests.
- Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients.
- Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.
- Prepped ingredients ahead of time to increase cooking and service speed.
- Managed time efficiently by prioritizing tasks and multitasking effectively during peak service hours.
- Supported senior chefs with creative meal planning and recipe development.
Cook Supervisor
Farm & Flower
Franklin Lakes, NJ
03.2024 - Current
- Ensured consistent food quality with strict adherence to recipes, portion control, and presentation standards.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols, increasing overall team proficiency.
- Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper storage practices.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic kitchen environment through regular cleaning schedules and strict sanitation policies.
Manager
Patis Bakery
Lyndhurst, NJ
08.2021 - 03.2024
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
Chef Helper
Barrel and Brew
New Milford, NJ
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstations.
- Developed strong working relationships with fellow staff members, promoting effective communication within the kitchen team.
- Managed time effectively under pressure during peak service hours for optimal performance.
- Assisted with inventory management to minimize food waste and reduce costs.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly adjusting to changing menu offerings and seasonal ingredients.
- Streamlined food prep processes, increasing overall kitchen productivity.
- Supported chefs in preparing high-quality dishes for guest satisfaction.
- Collaborated with cooking team to ensure timely preparation of menu items.
- Participated in recipe development efforts alongside senior chefs, contributing creative ideas for new dishes or improvements on existing ones.
- Expedited plated dishes during busy periods, maintaining smooth restaurant operations.
Education
Buque Mayor
Skills
- Food Preparation
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen Safety
- Menu Supervision
- Food presentation
- Knife Skills
- Sanitation Practices
- Chef support
- Recipe Development
- Menu Planning
- Food Storage
- Food Waste Reduction
- Food handling
- Temperature Control
- Sauce making
- Recipe execution
- Dish preparation
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Workplace Safety
- Problem-Solving
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Kitchen Staff Support
- Chopping vegetables
- Food preservation and storage methods
- Relationship Building
- Ingredient Preparation
- Safe handling
- Vegetable and Fruit Preparation
- ServeSafe Manager
- Food Portioning and Packaging
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Meat Preparation
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Chef Assistant
Pazza
03.2024 - Current
Cook Supervisor
Farm & Flower
03.2024 - Current
Manager
Patis Bakery
08.2021 - 03.2024
Chef Helper
Barrel and Brew
06.2020 - 08.2021
Buque Mayor