Thomas Oneel
Chino,CA
Summary
Accomplished Chef with over 8 years in culinary arts, specializing in innovative menu creation and kitchen management. Skilled in leading teams in high-pressure environments to deliver exceptional dining experiences. Committed to enhancing operational standards through creativity and teamwork.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Line cook
Patina Restaurant Group: Paseo
Anaheim, California
09.2026 - Current
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items and specials.
- Operated kitchen equipment including grills, fryers, and ovens.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations throughout shifts.
Culinary Supervisor
Compass Group: Levy Restaurants Parkside Market
Downtown Disney
12.2024 - Current
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, streamlining prep scheduling, managing inventory, ensuring food safety compliance, and maintaining equipment
- Led, trained, and mentored kitchen brigade, fostering a culture of excellence, precision, and collaboration in high-pressure environments
- Maintained rigorous cleanliness and food safety standards in accordance with local health regulations and HACCP protocols
Culinary Supervisor
Compass Group: Chartwells Higher Education
Fullerton, CA
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Supervised daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient workflow, high-quality food preparation, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards including HACCP and servsafe.
- Resolved operational issues and staff conflicts promptly to minimize disruptions and foster a positive working environment
- Developed daily rotating menus for multiple venues using seasonal ingredients and advanced techniques to reflect current culinary trends
Line Cook
Joey Restaurants
Newport Beach, California
12.2022 - 09.2023
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to restaurant standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques.
Line Cook (2017-2020) /Kitchen Manager (2020-2022)
Tempo Urban Kitchen
Brea, CA
08.2017 - 12.2022
- Managed kitchen staff through effective training, scheduling, and performance evaluations to enhance team skills and efficiency.
- Oversaw inventory control to maintain optimal stock levels and reduce waste, supporting kitchen operations.
- Conducted regular quality checks on food preparation and presentation, maintaining high standards.
Education
San Marcos High School
San Marcos, CASkills
- food safety compliance
- kitchen management
- menu development
- Culinary techniques
- team leadership
- training and mentoring
- customer service
- communication skills
Timeline
Line cook
Patina Restaurant Group: Paseo
09.2026 - Current
Culinary Supervisor
Compass Group: Levy Restaurants Parkside Market
12.2024 - Current
Culinary Supervisor
Compass Group: Chartwells Higher Education
08.2023 - 12.2024
Line Cook
Joey Restaurants
12.2022 - 09.2023
Line Cook (2017-2020) /Kitchen Manager (2020-2022)
Tempo Urban Kitchen
08.2017 - 12.2022
San Marcos High School