THOMAS VASQUEZ
Franklin,WI
Summary
Results-driven culinary and logistics expert with extensive experience in restaurant management and food preparation. Demonstrated success in optimizing operations, enhancing customer satisfaction, and maintaining high safety standards. Seeking to apply a versatile skill set to support organizational growth and deliver quality results in a collaborative team setting.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
cook
phs staircrest
Muskego, Wisconsin
05.2025 - Current
- Prepared and cooked a variety of meals for residents and staff.
- Adapted recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences of residents.
- Collaborated with team members to plan weekly menu offerings.
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and adhered to food safety regulations.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Followed standardized recipes to ensure consistency in food preparation. and other instructions to prepare food.
restaraunt manager
benihanas
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
04.2022 - 05.2025
- Managed daily restaurant operations to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Managed day-to-day operations of restaurant, including scheduling, budgeting, and inventory control.
- Trained and mentored staff on customer service best practices.
- Coordinated scheduling to optimize staffing during peak hours.
- Oversaw inventory management to maintain stock levels and reduce waste.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner to maintain positive relationships with guests.
- Implemented health and safety protocols to ensure compliance standards.
- Developed training programs for new employees on menu offerings.
Hibachi Chef
Benihana
Milwaukee, WI
08.2014 - 03.2022
- Grilled various cuts of meat and seafood to exceed customer expectations while adhering to food safety standards.
- Marinated food items using corporate recipes to elevate flavor profiles and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Created popular dishes that delighted patrons, encouraging repeat business.
- Plated dishes with garnishes and sauces to enhance visual appeal for patrons.
- Chopped vegetables and fruits to ensure availability during peak service periods.
- Managed inventory and ordered ingredients to ensure consistent availability of fresh items for optimal service.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Used proper cleaning supplies to disinfect surfaces after handling raw ingredients.
Driver Helper
JB Hunt
Pewaukee, WI
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Unboxed appliances and set up for customers while ensuring all debris was removed for a clean delivery
- Protected furniture by disassembling vulnerable parts and securing components to prevent damage during transport
- Planned and followed most direct route to save time and mileage on company trucks.
- Escalated unresolved customer grievances to managers to ensure timely resolution
Material Handler
Staffing Partners
Milwaukee, WI
07.2015 - 07.2016
Education
High School Diploma -
Casmir Pulaski
Milwaukee, WI06-2014
Skills
- Menu planning
- Food inventory management
- Order coordination
- Invoice verification
- Work order review and assignment determination
- Safe lifting techniques
- Load security
- Basic math skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Basic math skills
Certification
ServSafe Certification - 2022
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
cook
phs staircrest
05.2025 - Current
restaraunt manager
benihanas
04.2022 - 05.2025
Driver Helper
JB Hunt
06.2021 - 09.2021
Material Handler
Staffing Partners
07.2015 - 07.2016
Hibachi Chef
Benihana
08.2014 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Casmir Pulaski