Sebastian Herrera
Margate,FL
Summary
Ambitious and dedicated Junior Sous Chef offering five years' experience in restaurants. Knowledgeable about sanitation and food safety, customer relations and storage procedures. Clear communicator and decisive manager with expertise in all areas of the kitchen.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Sous Chef
Seminole Hard Rock Casino
Hollywood, FL
03.2023 - Current
- Oversaw cleanliness of each station in kitchen.
- Maintained inventory records and updated ordering systems regularly to ensure adequate stock levels based on anticipated demand.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Led team by example in preparing items accurately and according to high-quality standards.
- Contributed to a positive working atmosphere through effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Cook III at Kuro
Seminole Hard Rock Casino
Hollywood, FL
03.2021 - 03.2023
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
line cook II
NYY steackHouse
Coconut Creek, FL
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Mentored junior staff members in culinary skills and techniques, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
Assistant Sous Chef
Il Baretto Cuisine
Plantation, FL
01.2019 - 09.2020
- Provided outstanding customer service, addressing guest concerns promptly and professionally.
- Collaborated with the culinary team on special events, providing exceptional dining experiences for guests.
- Increased efficiency by delegating tasks to appropriate staff members based on their skill sets and workload capacity.
- Demonstrated versatility in preparing various types of cuisine, adapting to changing menu requirements as needed.
Education
Atlantic Technical College
Coconut Creek, FLTechnical Degree -
Atlantic Technical College
Coconut Creek, FL08.2020
Skills
- Time Management
- Professional Attitude
- Knife Skills
- Food Safety Standards
- Food presentation
- Crew training
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Supervised team of eleven staff members.
- Promoted to sous chef in only one year
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Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Junior Sous Chef
Seminole Hard Rock Casino
03.2023 - Current
Cook III at Kuro
Seminole Hard Rock Casino
03.2021 - 03.2023
line cook II
NYY steackHouse
10.2020 - 03.2021
Assistant Sous Chef
Il Baretto Cuisine
01.2019 - 09.2020
Atlantic Technical College
Technical Degree -
Atlantic Technical College