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Rolin Chinchilla

Manassas,Va

Summary

High-performing Chef offering over 15 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Chef/Kitchen manager

Velocity Wings and Velocity Five Restaurant
01.2015 - Current
  • Elevated restaurant''s reputation by consistently creating high-quality, innovative dishes and maintaining top-notch presentation standards.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency through effective staff scheduling and proper inventory management.
  • Fostered a positive working environment by promoting teamwork and open communication among all kitchen staff members.
  • Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
  • Implemented new recipes and modern cooking techniques to continuously improve the menu offerings and overall dining experience for guests.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house team to ensure seamless service during high-volume periods, resulting in increased customer satisfaction rates.

Owner/Head Chef

Rolin’s Deli
01.2010 - 01.2015
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Created menus and developed innovative recipes, attracting new clientele and increasing overall sales.
  • Bookkeeping and report tracking
  • Hiring and training staff

Head Chef

Sweet Water Tavern
01.2007 - 01.2010
  • Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Hired and trained kitchen staff
  • Mentored junior cooks in refining their culinary skills through hands-on guidance during meal preparation processes.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.

Education

Food Management License -

Northern Virginia Food Management License
Virginia
10.2010

Culinary Certification -

Culinary School
Guatemala
01.1990

High School Diploma -

Business Administration
Guatemala
01.1989

Employment Skills

  • Customer service skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced atmosphere
  • Ability to learn difficult tasks in a short time period
  • Ability to understand oral and written instructions
  • Staff training and scheduled planning
  • Food inventory and food orders
  • Ability to maintain and establish good working relationships
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Ability to ensure working space is at the standards of the food safety and inspection license

References

  • Lisa Riley, 571-435-2599, Independence Nontraditional School, RileyLJ@pwcs.edu
  • Caroline Amin, 571-2767478, PWCS Central Registration, amincm@pwcs.edu
  • Pepe Manrique, 301-325-5205, Velocity Wings, Manrique7000@gmail.com
  • Elias Barrientos, 571-278-6913, Rubi Tuesday, Ebarrientos1477@gmail.com



Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Head Chef/Kitchen manager

Velocity Wings and Velocity Five Restaurant
01.2015 - Current

Owner/Head Chef

Rolin’s Deli
01.2010 - 01.2015

Head Chef

Sweet Water Tavern
01.2007 - 01.2010

Food Management License -

Northern Virginia Food Management License

Culinary Certification -

Culinary School

High School Diploma -

Business Administration

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