Saul Meza
Thermal,CA
Summary
Dynamic Cook Supervisor with extensive experience at Marriott, adept at optimizing kitchen workflows and enhancing team performance through effective training and motivation. Proven expertise in food safety and waste reduction, consistently achieving high standards in food preparation and sanitation while developing innovative menu items that delight customers.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Supervisor
Marriott
- Supervised kitchen staff and coordinated daily food preparation activities.
- Ensured compliance with food safety and sanitation standards across all kitchen operations.
- Developed and implemented streamlined processes to enhance operational efficiency.
- Trained new cooks on proper cooking techniques and equipment usage.
- Proactively addressed maintenance issues with kitchen equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and uninterrupted operations.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols, increasing overall team proficiency.
- Optimized kitchen workflow by assigning tasks based on employees'' strengths and abilities, maximizing productivity.
- Identified areas for cost reduction in ingredient sourcing without sacrificing quality or flavor profiles of dishes served.
- Streamlined recipe development process by testing new dishes extensively before adding them to the menu lineup.
- Directed food preparation and cooking activities to meet health and safety standards.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
Lead Cook
29 Spotlight Casino
04.2023 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety standards and operational procedures.
- Developed and implemented efficient meal preparation processes, optimizing kitchen workflow.
- Trained new cooks on menu items, cooking techniques, and equipment usage to enhance team performance.
- Collaborated with management to create seasonal menus that reflect customer preferences and trends.
- Led staff meetings to communicate updates, foster teamwork, and address operational challenges effectively.
- Monitored inventory levels, placing orders for ingredients while minimizing waste and costs.
- Supervised line cooks to monitor food safety and order accuracy.
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
Deser Mirage
Thermal, CASkills
- Pasta making
- Stocks and soups
- Seafood preparation
- Waste reduction
- Food preparation
- Kitchen safety
- Food storage
- Sanitation and safety control
- Food safety
- Supervising food prep
- Kitchen organization
- Foodservice
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Lead Cook
29 Spotlight Casino
04.2023 - Current
Cook Supervisor
Marriott
High School Diploma -
Deser Mirage