VICTOR-M RODRIGUEZ
MENDOCINO FARMS
PASADENA,CA
2
Languages
10
years of professional experience
Professional culinary leader with robust background in kitchen management and team coordination. Adept at maintaining high standards of food quality and operational efficiency. Known for fostering a collaborative environment and adapting to dynamic kitchen needs, consistently delivering reliable results.
Work History
KITCHEN LEAD
4 Years 3 Months- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained new employees on food preparation standards, equipment usage, and hygiene practices.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards in designated areas to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Coordinated inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels of ingredients and supplies.
- Organized food inventory by checking expiration dates and rotating stock.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas and sanitized equipment and utensils for safe food preparation.
Kitchen Cook
5 Years 1 Month- Designed and executed custom charcuterie boards and multi-foot grazing tables for diverse gatherings, accommodating groups of 10 to 200 guests.
- Ensured high-quality results by meticulously completing assignments.
- Collaborated with team members and worked independently to meet diverse culinary needs.
- Communicated effectively with clients and team members to ensure seamless event execution.
Kitchen Cook
2 Years 10 Months- Designed and executed seasonal dessert menus, emphasizing layer cakes and chocolate raspberry cloud, utilizing high-quality, scratch-made ingredients.
- Prepared ingredients and meals according to standardized recipes for consistency.
- Operated deep fryers and grills, ensuring adherence to food safety standards.
- Cleaned, stocked, and restocked workstations and display cases.
Education
High School
Skills
Food preparation
Cooking techniques
Knife skills
Sanitation standards
Food styling
Food storage
Inventory management
Allergy awareness
Kitchen sanitation
Team coaching
Team supervision
Employee training
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
KITCHEN LEAD
MENDOCINO FARMS
05.2022 - CurrentRead More
Kitchen Cook
THE CELLAR A WINE LIBRARY
04.2017 - 05.2022Read More
Kitchen Cook
DEL FRISCOS GRILL STEAK HOUSE
12.2016 - 10.2019Read More
BLAIR HIGH SCHOOL
High School
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