Rosalie Aranda
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Ritz Carlton Hotel, excelling in kitchen management and food presentation. Proven track record in developing innovative menus and training staff, enhancing teamwork and efficiency. Skilled in ingredient preparation and maintaining high food safety standards, consistently delivering exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook/Sous Chef
Ritz Carlton Hotel/langham
Pasadena, CA
01.2002 - Current
- Supervised daily kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation.
- Developed and implemented seasonal menus, showcasing innovative culinary techniques and local ingredients.
- Trained and mentored junior cooks, fostering skill development and teamwork in fast-paced environments.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, reducing waste while maintaining consistency in quality and taste.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to create cohesive dining experiences that exceeded guest expectations.
- 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.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture through proactive communication with team members at all levels of the organization.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Cook/Lead Cook
Wstin Bonaventure Hotel
Los Angeles, CA
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Montebello Hight School
Montebello No Degree - Culinary Arts
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Los Angeles, CA06-2000
Skills
- Meal preparation
- Kitchen management
- Food safety
- Ingredient knowledge
- Kitchen organization
- Employee supervision
- Food presentation
- Ingredient preparation
Timeline
Lead Cook/Sous Chef
Ritz Carlton Hotel/langham
01.2002 - Current
Cook/Lead Cook
Wstin Bonaventure Hotel
01.1999 - 01.2002
High School Diploma -
Montebello Hight School
No Degree - Culinary Arts
Los Angeles Trade Technical College