Saul Valtierra
Chicago,IL
Summary
Results-driven Kitchen Manager and Senior Cook experienced in high-volume culinary operations. Achieved operational efficiency and profitability through effective inventory control, staff scheduling, and food cost management. Focused on maintaining high standards of food quality and sanitation while leading and motivating teams to exceed performance goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Avli
Chicago, IL
04.2023 - Current
- Prepared dishes in a fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain a high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Coordinated food orders to expedite delivery based on cooking and delivery times.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Enforced sanitation practices to ensure food safety and prevent spoilage or contamination.
Kitchen Manager
Cupitol Coffee & Eatery
Chicago, IL
07.2024 - 08.2025
- Oversaw kitchen operations for Cupitol Coffee & Eatery, ensuring smooth service
- Coordinated food preparation across café and eatery stations to maintain quality and efficiency
- Managed inventory and ordered kitchen supplies to support daily operations
- Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
Cook
Lonesome rose
Chicago, IL
04.2021 - 04.2023
Cook
Longman & Eagle
Chicago, IL
04.2021 - 04.2023
Kitchen Manager
Playbook sport bar
Chicago, IL
03.2009 - 03.2021
- Supervised food production processes ensuring high quality standards were met throughout each stage of preparation.
- Monitored kitchen workflow to ensure timely and efficient service
- Managed inventory and ordered kitchen supplies
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to support uninterrupted kitchen operations
- Collaborated with vendors to strengthen relationships and ensure consistent supply availability
- Provided training to new employees on job responsibilities on specific job responsibilities.
Cook
PJ Clarke's
Chicago, IL
06.2006 - 12.2010
Education
High School Diploma -
Miguel Hidalgo
Skills
- Food preparation
- Recipe adherence
- Grilling
- Kitchen supervision
- ServSafe certified
- Inventory control
- Kitchen organization management
- Vendor management
- Staff onboarding
- Multitasking and organization
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Cupitol Coffee & Eatery
07.2024 - 08.2025
Cook
Avli
04.2023 - Current
Cook
Lonesome rose
04.2021 - 04.2023
Cook
Longman & Eagle
04.2021 - 04.2023
Kitchen Manager
Playbook sport bar
03.2009 - 03.2021
Cook
PJ Clarke's
06.2006 - 12.2010
High School Diploma -
Miguel Hidalgo