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Victor Capistran

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Forward-thinking professional offering more than [Number] years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven [Type] skills. Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with [Type] cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational [Language] skills. Dedicated Head Cook passionate about creating memorable meals. Knowledgeable in [Area of expertise] and [Area of expertise]. Offering successful career history comprising more than [Number] years. Creative Chef driving and sustaining remarkable restaurant growth by offering unparalleled customer experiences. Specializing in [Area of expertise] with skills in concept development and high-quality restaurant operation. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Master Cook

Tropicana Casino And Resort
04.2016 - 04.2024
  • Implemented time-saving techniques that allowed for quicker dish preparation without sacrificing quality or taste.
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication and coordination in delivering a high-quality dining experience to patrons.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict health and safety guidelines at all times.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
  • Conducted thorough quality control checks on ingredients prior to use, ensuring only the freshest products were utilized in each dish.
  • Consistently met tight deadlines in a fast-paced kitchen, ensuring timely service for customers without compromising quality.

Kitchen Manager

Lobster Me Planet Hollywood
02.2012 - 03.2015

Cook

Peppermill
03.2011 - 01.2012
  • Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
  • Developed relationships with local suppliers to obtain freshest ingredients available.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
  • Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.

Cook

Home Fries
08.2010 - 09.2010

Machine Operator

Vegas Fasteners MFG
08.1997 - 04.2009

Position Cook

Tony Romas
11.2003 - 09.2007
  • Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.

Position Cook

Flamingo Hilton
03.2002 - 09.2002

Education

High School Diploma -

Morelos
Mexico

No Degree - Culinary

Culinary School
Las Vegas
07.2010

No Degree - Culinary

CSN
Las Vegas
07.2009

Skills

  • Fine-dining expertise
  • Food Plating
  • Operations Management

Timeline

Master Cook

Tropicana Casino And Resort
04.2016 - 04.2024

Kitchen Manager

Lobster Me Planet Hollywood
02.2012 - 03.2015

Cook

Peppermill
03.2011 - 01.2012

Cook

Home Fries
08.2010 - 09.2010

Position Cook

Tony Romas
11.2003 - 09.2007

Position Cook

Flamingo Hilton
03.2002 - 09.2002

Machine Operator

Vegas Fasteners MFG
08.1997 - 04.2009

High School Diploma -

Morelos

No Degree - Culinary

Culinary School

No Degree - Culinary

CSN
Victor Capistran