Wilber Hernandez Ramirez
Worcester ,MA
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic, trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success. gained valuable experience as Sous Chef. A bilingual professional with the ability to speak and read English and Spanish, excels at effectively managing a diverse team.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Campus
01.2023 - Current
- Work as a close member of the team with Executive Chef and Sous Chefs follow instruction and managing team
- Work closely as a team member and assist in preparation and restocking
- Supervise and maintain allergen station ensuring cross contamination does not occur
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
Sous Chef
Brew City
07.2020 - 11.2022
- Assisted chef with planning easy but elegant appetizers to spark customer interest.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Inspected appliances, commercial fryers, and ovens to verify proper working order.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- 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.
Cook
Holy Cross College
10.2015 - 07.2020
- Supervise and train staff on grill station, fryer, soup station, salad bar, and flat top griddle.
- Work closely with Chef Manager in planning and operation of kitchen and training of staff
- Cooperate as full member of The team by assisting with preparation and restocking whenever needed
- Mentored staff in expectations and parameters of kitchen goals and daily work.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
Education
High School Diploma -
South High School Community
170 Apricot St, Worcester, MA 01603Certificate of Culinary Arts - Hospitality
New England Culinary Arts (NECAT)
23 Bradston St, Boston, MA 0211812.2022
Skills
- Coordinating Kitchen Staff
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Restaurant Operation
- Signature Dish Creation
- Food Preparation Techniques
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Temperature Monitoring
- High-Volume Environments
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Ingredient Preparation
- Inventory Rotation
- Safe Food Handling Procedures
Certification
SERVSafe Food Handler Certification Certified through 2024
SERVSafe Allergen Certification Certified through 2023
SERVSafe COVID Precautions I, II, III Certified through 2024
Certified Professional Food Manager Certified through 2025
Timeline
Cook
UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Campus
01.2023 - Current
Sous Chef
Brew City
07.2020 - 11.2022
Cook
Holy Cross College
10.2015 - 07.2020
High School Diploma -
South High School Community
Certificate of Culinary Arts - Hospitality
New England Culinary Arts (NECAT)
SERVSafe Food Handler Certification Certified through 2024
SERVSafe Allergen Certification Certified through 2023
SERVSafe COVID Precautions I, II, III Certified through 2024
Certified Professional Food Manager Certified through 2025
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