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Simon Landaeta

Miami,FL

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented Chef with extensive experience at Best Western Hotel, excelling in food safety and sanitation. Proven ability to enhance kitchen efficiency and reduce food waste through effective inventory management. Strong knife skills and exceptional customer service ensure high-quality meal preparation in fast-paced environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Best Western Hotel
03.2017 - 12.2018
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.

Chef

Divino Ceviche
06.2016 - 02.2017
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.

Chef

Sabores By Chef James
02.2014 - 04.2016
  • Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
  • Followed recipes and instructions to achieve quality and presentation standards.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines for a safe kitchen environment.
  • Assisted head chef in menu planning for optimal ingredient utilization and minimized food waste.
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.

Sous Chef

Sous Chef To Go
08.2012 - 01.2014
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • 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.

Education

Culinary School

Le Cordon Bleu, Miami, FL
11-2009

High School Diploma -

U.E.N. "EZEQUIEL ZAMORA", Venezuela
08-1987

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Customer service
  • Knife skills
  • Cooking techniques

Timeline

Chef - Best Western Hotel
03.2017 - 12.2018
Chef - Divino Ceviche
06.2016 - 02.2017
Chef - Sabores By Chef James
02.2014 - 04.2016
Sous Chef - Sous Chef To Go
08.2012 - 01.2014
Le Cordon Bleu - , Culinary School
U.E.N. "EZEQUIEL ZAMORA" - High School Diploma,

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