Vienissa Corrales
Dodge City,KS
Summary
Dynamic Household Chef with a proven track record at Village at the Manor Park, excelling in menu planning and dietary customization. Enhanced customer satisfaction through innovative recipe development and strict adherence to food safety standards. Cultivated a collaborative kitchen environment, mentoring junior chefs while significantly reducing food waste through sustainable sourcing practices.
Forward-thinking professional offering more than 24 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 communication skills.
Talented kitchen leader and am motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with dietary requirment cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational uplifting and friendly converstations with senior personnel.
Top-notch professional with expertise in menu development, kitchen management and staff training. Creates unique and delicious dishes while controlling food and labor costs. Collaborative and committed to seeking feedback from customers and staff to improve kitchen workflows.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Household Chef
Village at the Manor Park
08.2000 - 10.2024
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
- Managed food costs, sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to support community partnerships and sustainable practices.
- Collaborated effectively with front-of-house team for seamless dining experience and positive customer feedback.
- Developed innovative recipes, attracting new clientele and increasing overall sales.
- Mentored junior chefs in culinary techniques, fostering a collaborative and learning-focused work environment.
- Implemented rigorous quality control measures to ensure consistent taste and presentation of dishes.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization in kitchen, passing all health inspections with excellent ratings.
- Customized meal plans for guests with dietary restrictions, ensuring welcoming and inclusive dining experience.
- Enhanced dining experience by crafting innovative menu items tailored to seasonal ingredients.
- Improved kitchen safety, conducting comprehensive training on proper equipment use and emergency procedures.
- Reduced food waste significantly, introducing composting program and revising portion sizes.
- Designed and executed catering menus for high-profile events, adapting offerings to meet diverse client needs.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Education
GED -
Dodge City Senior High School
Dodge City, KS05-1984
Skills
- Food safety
- Meal preparation
- Menu planning
- Inventory management
- Recipe development
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Dietary customization
- Kitchen organization
- Sustainable sourcing
- Quality control
- Event catering
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Food presentation
- Attention to detail
- Effective communications
- Grilling techniques
- Kitchen operations
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Ingredient knowledge
- Verbal and written communication
- Frying techniques
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food plating and presentation
- Allergen awareness
- Sauce preparation
- Sanitation guidelines
- Food pairing
- Plating techniques
- Recipe creation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Household Chef
Village at the Manor Park
08.2000 - 10.2024
GED -
Dodge City Senior High School
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