Sergio De La Cruz Santiago
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Energetically advanced from Line Cook to Sous Chef at The Lola Cocktail Lab, showcasing exceptional time management and knife skills. Led teams in high-pressure environments, significantly reducing food waste, and consistently exceeding presentation standards. Demonstrated reliability and a keen eye for quality control, ensuring top-notch food safety and kitchen sanitation.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
The Lola Cocktail Lab
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
Sous Chef
The Lola Cocktail Lab
11.2022 - 07.2024
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
Education
GED -
Colegio De Bachilleres Plantel 1 El Rosario
Azcapotzalco, Cuidad De Mexico,Mexico Skills
- Team Leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Food presentation
Languages
English
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sous Chef
The Lola Cocktail Lab
11.2022 - 07.2024
Line Cook
The Lola Cocktail Lab
GED -
Colegio De Bachilleres Plantel 1 El Rosario
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