Victor Ignacio Inda
Los Angeles,CA
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Shuttle Van Driver
Apollo Couriers
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Followed company policies and procedures and maintained compliance with standards.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Greeted customers with friendliness and professionalism, engaging in conversation to build rapport.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- Provided information about routes, destinations and timelines to inform passengers.
- TSA/STA MEMBER.
Pipe Layer
D Corp.
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Assembled and installed underground pipe, fittings and valves of various sizes.
- Handled all repairs for sanitary and storm water sewer structures and pipe systems.
- Used hand signals to direct equipment operators and alert to hazards.
- Observed all safety measures and company equipment policies to prevent job site accidents.
- Used equipment such as rollers, dump trucks and front-end loaders to move important supplies.
- Read and understood drawings, written instructions and blueprints to plan work and layout pipe.
- Followed plans to locate existing utilities prior to digging and flagged locations for operators.
- Installed new hydrants, valves and lines to meet fire department needs and protect residents.
- Located existing pipes needing repair or replacement using magnetic or radio indicators.
Sous Chef
Mama Por Dios
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
- Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Executive Chef
Guelaguetza
06.2016 - 08.2021
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Requisitioned food, selected and developed recipes and standardized production recipes for consistent quality.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
Skills
- Trained in First Aid
- Mileage and Service Logs
- Defensive Strategies
- Adjusting Routes
- DOT Inspections
- Accident Reports
- Digital Dispatch
- Maintain Passenger Safety
- Commercial Driving Experience
- Fuel Logs
- Commercial Projects
- Digging Trenches
- Traffic Flagging
- Pipe Alignment and Installation
- Safety Meetings
- Tools and Equipment
- Loading and Unloading Piping
- Accurate Measurements
- Hydrant Installation
- Pipefitting
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Restaurant Operation
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Catering and Events
- Food Service Safety Training
- Staff Recruiting and Hiring
- Employee Training
- Signature Dish Creation
- Purchasing Management
- Kitchen Staff Management
- Work Area Inspections
- Cooking Technique Demonstrations
- Resource Management
- Creative Thinking
- Presentation Management
Timeline
Shuttle Van Driver
Apollo Couriers
12.2022 - 06.2023
Pipe Layer
D Corp.
01.2022 - 11.2022
Sous Chef
Mama Por Dios
03.2021 - 11.2021
Executive Chef
Guelaguetza
06.2016 - 08.2021