Shane Castillo
Seattle
Summary
Energetic Chef de Cuisine with a passion for creating and executing creative meals. Outstanding food talent preparation with a strong attention to safe food handling procedures. Extensive background in catering handles a large volume of high-quality food. Superb time management and problem-solving aptitudes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Chef de Cuisine
Fonte Bar
Seattle
02.2025 - 03.2026
- Prepared and executed diverse menu items with creativity and precision.
- Managed kitchen staff to ensure smooth daily operations and teamwork.
- Developed seasonal menus highlighting local ingredients and culinary trends.
- Coordinated with suppliers to source fresh ingredients consistently.
- Trained new kitchen staff on techniques and restaurant standards.
- Oversaw inventory management to minimize waste and optimize resources.
- Developed strategies to increase efficiency in the kitchen.
Banquet Chef
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Seattle
04.2022 - 12.2024
- Prepared and presented diverse banquet menus for large events.
- Supervised kitchen staff during high-volume service periods.
- Managed food inventory and ensured proper storage procedures.
- Developed creative plating techniques to enhance guest experiences.
- Worked with chef to complete dishes on schedule and in line with exacting presentation and taste standards.
- Used such cooking processes as charbroiling, sautéing, braising, roasting and par cooking to create delicious dishes.
- Organized prep list and coordinated efficient work to be ready for fast-paced banquet cooking operations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business
Seattle Central Community College
Seattle, WA 09.2000 - 06.2003
Skills
- menu creation
- kitchen management
- inventory control
- culinary techniques
- food presentation
- event catering
- supplier coordination
- quality assurance
- staff training
- team leadership
- creative problem solving
- attention to detail
- time management
- adaptability
- Recipe creation
- Sanitation protocols
- Seafood preparation
- Grilling techniques
- Knife skills
- Wine pairing
- Culinary expertise
- Nutrition
- Ingredient sourcing
Accomplishments
- 2014 Best of North West: Best Wine Bar: Red’s Wine Bar
- 2019 Best New Restaurant: Ciudad
Timeline
Chef de Cuisine
Fonte Bar
02.2025 - 03.2026
Banquet Chef
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
04.2022 - 12.2024
Associate of Arts - Business
Seattle Central Community College
09.2000 - 06.2003