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Sergio Mazariegos

West Chester,OH

Summary

Experienced restaurant professional with 15 years in the industry, specializing in management and customer service. Proven track record in hiring, training, and developing staff, managing inventory, and maintaining high standards of food quality and operational efficiency. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with strong leadership skills and a commitment to running successful and customer-focused establishments. Detail-oriented Culinary Manager with several years of experience in the kitchen. Successful at managing a high-demand setting with employees while acting as a head chef. Adept at cost-effective reorganizations with extensive knowledge of food vendors. Passionate Culinary Manager adept at running an efficient and organized kitchen with commitment to nutritious and tasteful dishes. Adept at leadership and motivation with knowledge of sustainability practices and cost-effective vendors. Experienced Food Service Manager with a proven track record of overseeing and optimizing food service operations. Proficient in managing staff, inventory, and budgets to ensure efficient and profitable operations. Skilled in maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and customer service.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Culinary Operations

Epic Brands
Cincinnati, OH
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Opened and coordinated the launch of new restaurants, including a steakhouse, Trash Dog, and Cowboy Sally's BBQ
  • Recruited and trained culinary teams, including kitchen managers and their assistants
  • Managed Profit & Loss (P&L) for the entire company, overseeing new concepts and ensuring financial efficiency
  • Collaborated with Corporate Chef Basay Basay on new recipes and menu items
  • Provided ongoing training and support to kitchen managers on labor, food costs, and inventory management
  • Conducted department inspections and ensured compliance with food safety regulations.

Executive Chef

Malon’s
Lexington, KY
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Followed recipes and controlled labor, food costs, and inventory management
  • Hired and trained staff in new menu items and kitchen procedures
  • Delegated tasks and ensured all kitchen positions were covered effectively
  • Identified new opportunities for the restaurant and implemented them
  • Managed food safety inspections and compliance with Ecosure standards.

Kitchen Manager

Applebee’s
Nicholasville, KY
01.2012 - 01.2018
  • Managed hiring, training, and development of kitchen staff
  • Controlled Profit & Loss (P&L) and oversaw inventory and truck orders
  • Ensured adherence to recipes and quality standards
  • Implemented operational improvements to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.

General Manager

Taco Bell
Lexington, KY
01.2005 - 01.2012
  • Led hiring, training, and staff development
  • Managed inventory, truck orders, and P&L
  • Maintained high standards of food quality and adherence to recipes
  • Promoted a healthy restaurant environment and operational excellence.

General Manager

Wendy’s
Nicholasville, KY
01.2002 - 01.2005
  • Oversaw restaurant operations including staff hiring, training, and budget adherence
  • Ensured compliance with company recipes and standards
  • Managed daily operations to deliver a positive customer experience and meet budget goals.

Education

Associate Degree in Business Administration and Marketing -

USAC
Guatemala, Guatemala
01.1998

High School Diploma -

Miguel Castilla Granados
Guatemala, Guatemala
01.1996

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Management
  • Leadership
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Food Safety
  • Bilingual
  • Recipe creation
  • Culinary techniques
  • Cost Control
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Kitchen Management
  • Sanitation Standards
  • Food Storage
  • Sanitation expertise
  • Grilling Techniques
  • Knife Skills
  • Recipe Development
  • Kitchen Operations

Languages

  • English, Fluent
  • Spanish, Fluent

Timeline

Director of Culinary Operations

Epic Brands
01.2021 - 01.2024

Executive Chef

Malon’s
01.2018 - 01.2021

Kitchen Manager

Applebee’s
01.2012 - 01.2018

General Manager

Taco Bell
01.2005 - 01.2012

General Manager

Wendy’s
01.2002 - 01.2005

Associate Degree in Business Administration and Marketing -

USAC

High School Diploma -

Miguel Castilla Granados
Sergio Mazariegos