Steve Red
Riverside,CA
Summary
I have 20 plus years in the hospitality industry, which includes chef, waiter and bartending positions. I owned two catering companies in the past that were successful. I consider myself well versed in catering and restaurant operations and I know how to adapt to my job and the duties involved.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Surgical Unit/loma Linda
Loma Linda
01.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Chef/server
Culinary Services of America Inc.
02.2023 - Current
- Exercised my experience in serving and cooking by going to numerous hotels and restaurants completing any task given.
- I have cooked at the Hotel Bel Air, The pelican Grill, and the US Open recently.
- Worked at Bisto 88 as a server in a full service restaurant, comfortable with micros computer systems.
GLAZER
ALL ABOUT GLASS AND SCREENS
Riverside, CA
02.2021 - 09.2022
- Dedicated to learning a new craft, willing to do whatever the boss needed.
- Responsible for repairing windows, shower's and screens.
Chef De Cuisine
Taste cuisine
Riverside, CA
01.2008 - 08.2008
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Developed recipes and menus to meet consumer demand and align with culinary trends.
- Maintained high levels of sanitation and cleanliness, adhering to strict health code regulations and ensuring a safe working environment.
Cook
The Vibe Agency
Riverside, CA
02.2005 - 11.2007
- inventoried, purchased, and planned menu items for the upcoming week.
- cooked various food items according to safety standards and to meet customer satisfaction.
- cooked all food items on menu which included soups,salads,appetizers and entrees.
Caterer/Team Leader
Gourmet Gourmet Catering
Buena Park, CA
03.2001 - 06.2005
- Menu planning, production of food items, organizing parties of up to 1000 people.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized catering services tailored to individual preferences and dietary requirements.
Bravo Catering
Owner
Las Vegas, NV
03.1995 - 10.1997
- Owned and operated a successful catering company which included menu planning, organizing events, delegating staff, cooking food items.
Catering Manager
Affairs To Remember
Las Vegas, NV
04.1991 - 05.1995
- Successfully managed a diverse range of events including weddings, corporate functions, and special occasions, consistently exceeding client expectations.
- Executed all aspects of catering food items to clients, which included cooking, menu planning, delegation of staff.
Education
Associate of Science - Psychology
Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA06.2019
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Jonson And Whales University
12.1991
Skills
- Meal Preparation
- Kitchen Equipment Operations
- Grilling and Deep Frying Skills
- Sanitation Guidelines
- Banquets and Catering
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Portion and Cost Control
- Staff Coordination
- Food Service Operations
- Micros
Timeline
Cook
Surgical Unit/loma Linda
01.2024 - Current
Chef/server
Culinary Services of America Inc.
02.2023 - Current
GLAZER
ALL ABOUT GLASS AND SCREENS
02.2021 - 09.2022
Chef De Cuisine
Taste cuisine
01.2008 - 08.2008
Cook
The Vibe Agency
02.2005 - 11.2007
Caterer/Team Leader
Gourmet Gourmet Catering
03.2001 - 06.2005
Bravo Catering
Owner
03.1995 - 10.1997
Catering Manager
Affairs To Remember
04.1991 - 05.1995
Associate of Science - Psychology
Orange Coast College
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Jonson And Whales University