Walter Tovar
Windsor,CA
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience as a Sous Chef at Mambrino, adept at enhancing guest experiences through innovative daily specials. Highly motivated with strong time management skills, I excel in food preparation and maintaining cleanliness standards, ensuring high-quality dishes and customer satisfaction in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Doce19 Bakery
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Assisted in inventory management and restocking supplies as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Followed food safety regulations to maintain high-quality standards in food preparation.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items and customer preferences during service shifts.
Chef
Sazón Limeño
- Prepared ingredients and assembled menu items according to established recipes and standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment, ensuring proper usage and maintenance for optimal performance.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, adhering to safety and sanitation protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to expedite orders during peak service hours for efficient workflow.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures and food preparation techniques for consistency in quality.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Line Cook
Pressed Burger
2025.04 - Current
- Prepared ingredients and assembled menu items according to established recipes and standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment, ensuring proper usage and maintenance for optimal performance.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, adhering to safety and sanitation protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to expedite orders during peak service hours for efficient workflow.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures and food preparation techniques for consistency in quality.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Line Cook
Russian River Brewing
2024.03 - 2025.11
- Contributed ideas for menu improvements based on seasonal ingredients and customer feedback.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
Sous Chef
Maison Porcella
2023.08 - 2024.09
- Assisted in menu creation, adapting recipes for seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Managed kitchen inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels to minimize waste and maximize efficiency.
- Trained junior kitchen staff on proper food preparation techniques and safety standards.
- Collaborated with front-of-house teams to ensure timely service and customer satisfaction during peak hours.
- Oversaw kitchen operations, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization throughout service periods.
Line Cook
Iggys Burger
2023.04 - 2023.11
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and informing supervisors of shortages.
- Adapted quickly to changing menus and special dietary requests, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
Sous Chef
Mambrino
2019.04 - 2021.09
- Developed daily specials, incorporating innovative culinary techniques to enhance guest experience.
- Implemented efficient cooking methods to streamline workflow and improve overall kitchen productivity.
- Conducted regular quality checks on food presentation, taste, and portion control to ensure consistency in offerings.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
Education
Gastronomy
Le Cordón Bleu
Lima Perú 08.2018
High School Diploma - Gastronomy
Dgallia
Lima Peru02.2017
Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Food preparation
- Problem-solving
- Food safety knowledge
- Food safety
- Cleanliness standards
- Kitchen sanitization
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Professional Working
Portuguese
Elementary
Timeline
Line Cook
Pressed Burger
2025.04 - Current
Line Cook
Russian River Brewing
2024.03 - 2025.11
Sous Chef
Maison Porcella
2023.08 - 2024.09
Line Cook
Iggys Burger
2023.04 - 2023.11
Sous Chef
Mambrino
2019.04 - 2021.09
Line Cook
Doce19 Bakery
Chef
Sazón Limeño
Gastronomy
Le Cordón Bleu
High School Diploma - Gastronomy
Dgallia