TIM VENARD
Garden Grove,CA
Summary
Seasoned chef with a robust background in high-volume kitchens, notably at Bracken's Kitchen, where I excelled in recipe modification and team collaboration.
Skilled cook with diverse experience in various culinary settings, including high-volume restaurants and boutique catering services. Possess strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, menu development, and kitchen safety protocols.
Team-oriented professional with ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining creativity and quality standards. Contributed to significant improvements in kitchen operations and customer satisfaction ratings through innovative recipe development and effective inventory management.
Demonstrated expertise in kitchen sanitation management and a knack for enhancing food presentation, ensuring customer satisfaction. Skilled in both culinary precision and fostering productive kitchen environments. Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook/Chef
Bracken's Kitchen
Garden Grove, CA
05.2024 - Current
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
- Prepared a wide range of dishes according to menu specifications and chef instructions.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Cook/Chef
Green Cheek Beer Co.
Costa Mesa, CA
09.2022 - 08.2024
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
Overnight Paleo
Amazon Fresh
Mission Viejo, CA
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Developed knowledge of products, sales techniques, pricing structures, and promotions.
- Assisted in the preparation and execution of physical inventory counts.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and contribute to a positive work environment.
- Stocked shelves, rotated merchandise, and organized displays to maintain store appearance.
- Managed inventory levels on the sales floor, ensuring optimal stock availability.
- Coordinated efficient restocking of grocery merchandise to meet customer needs and promote consistent sales.
- Demonstrated an understanding of food safety principles related to perishable goods handling.
- Trained and coached new team members.
- Organized and supervised the receiving, stocking, rotating, pricing and merchandising of all food items.
Business Owner/Operator
Tim's Handyman Service
Garden Grove, CA
01.2005 - 03.2022
- Troubleshot and diagnosed electrical, plumbing, structural issues.
- Restored functionality to numerous plumbing systems.
- Performed countless facilities and maintenance tasks, such as: Installed cabinets, crown molding, screens, windows, and doors, Replaced toilets, faucets, and shower fixtures,
Installed overhead lighting, cam lights, and ceiling fans,
Patched and painted drywall, both major, and minor wall repairs. Installed drywall, wainscot, and crown molding, - Maintained inventory of supplies to complete projects.
Removed carpet, baseboards to install laminate wood flooring. - Remodeled Full Kitchens, and Bathroom, built attic space with dropdown ladder.
- Maintained restrooms, repaired leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Performed electrical work, repaired electrical wires, installed upgraded sockets and light switches.
- Responded swiftly to maintenance requests for commercial property customers.
Education
Food Protection Manager Certification - Food And Nutrition
360 Training Learn 2 Serve
Online09-2024
California Food Handlers Course - Food And Nutrition
State Food Safety
Online03-2022
High School Diploma -
Big Bear High School
Big Bear Lake, CA06-1989
Skills
- Ingredients measuring
- Food presentation
- Order prioritization
- Sauteing
- Sanitation
- Cooking
- Food safety oversight
- Contamination prevention
- Food handling
- Frying
- Recipe-based cooking
- Recipe modification
- Grilling
- Kitchen sanitation management
- Quality assurance and control
- Food handler certification
- Knife skills
- Nutrition awareness
- Kitchen organization
- Recipes and menu planning
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Health and safety compliance
- Attention to detail
- Ingredient knowledge
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Stock management
- Effective planner
Timeline
Cook/Chef
Bracken's Kitchen
05.2024 - Current
Cook/Chef
Green Cheek Beer Co.
09.2022 - 08.2024
Overnight Paleo
Amazon Fresh
03.2022 - 09.2022
Business Owner/Operator
Tim's Handyman Service
01.2005 - 03.2022
Food Protection Manager Certification - Food And Nutrition
360 Training Learn 2 Serve
California Food Handlers Course - Food And Nutrition
State Food Safety
High School Diploma -
Big Bear High School
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