Vincent Jones
El Paso
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook Operator
Army MWR
El Paso
03.2023 - Current
- Prepared meals following standardized recipes and safety guidelines.
- Managed inventory and ensured proper storage of food items.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and maintained cleanliness standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes.
- Assisted in menu planning based on seasonal availability and dietary needs.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular quality checks on food items before serving.
- Maintained an organized work area to enhance efficiency during busy shifts.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
Chef De Partie
Cafe Central Fine Dining Restaurant
El Paso
10.2019 - 03.2023
- Prepared exquisite dishes in line with Cafe Central's fine dining standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service flow during peak hours.
- Trained junior chefs on techniques and best practices in food preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to uphold safety standards.
- Developed creative menu items that aligned with seasonal themes and trends.
- Assisted in plating dishes to enhance presentation and guest experience.
- Monitored cooking times to ensure consistent quality across all dishes served.
- Worked closely with other chefs to coordinate meal preparation activities during busy shifts.
- Performed basic cooking tasks such as frying meats or vegetables using various tools including deep fryers or grills.
- Organized the daily mise en place in order to prepare meals efficiently.
- Prepared a variety of sauces from scratch according to recipes or customer requests.
- Checked finished plates before they were served to guests, making sure all components met quality standards.
- Monitored food preparation techniques to ensure that high-quality products were served consistently.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Assisted with the training of new employees in proper techniques for food preparation, presentation, sanitation, safety procedures.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations while preparing food items in the kitchen area.
- Assisted with menu planning activities by suggesting creative ideas for dishes based on seasonal ingredients.
- Developed menus for special occasions, ensuring all dishes were prepared according to recipes and standards.
- Maintained accurate records of stock levels, ordering new ingredients when needed.
- Conducted regular inspections of kitchen areas, equipment, utensils, and storage facilities to ensure they met hygiene requirements.
- Kept up-to-date with current culinary trends in order to create innovative dishes for customers.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Hotel, Motel, And Restaurant Management
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TX12-2020
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TX08-2019
Skills
- Food safety compliance
- Menu planning
- Inventory management
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Quality control
- Culinary techniques
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Food portioning
- Cooking temperatures
- Ingredient sourcing
- Recipe scaling
- Food presentation
- Food safety
- Food storage practices
- Prep work efficiency
- Nutrition
- Batch cooking
- Allergen awareness
- Waste reduction
- Special diets
- Workstation organization
- Knife skills
- Cooking equipment operation
Certification
- ServeSafe Food Protection Manager Certification
Timeline
Cook Operator
Army MWR
03.2023 - Current
Chef De Partie
Cafe Central Fine Dining Restaurant
10.2019 - 03.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Hotel, Motel, And Restaurant Management
El Paso Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
El Paso Community College