Yoel Castellano
Las Vegas
Summary
Experienced culinary professional delivering exceptional menu innovation, food safety compliance, and team collaboration. Demonstrated leadership in training junior staff and creating tailored dining experiences that enhance customer satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Chef de Partie
6666 at Wynn Resorts
Las Vegas
03.2026 - Current
- Prepared and plated high-quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure consistent flavor profiles and high presentation standards, enhancing overall guest satisfaction.
- Monitored kitchen operations for adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Managed inventory levels to guarantee availability of essential ingredients and supplies, minimizing disruptions during service.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and kitchen equipment during service hours.
- Implemented efficient cooking methods to streamline meal preparation processes.
- Supervised and trained junior staff, fostering safe and efficient work practices to improve kitchen operations.
Master Cook
LPM, at the Cosmopolitan
Las Vegas
10.2023 - 05.2026
- Supervised kitchen staff to enhance food preparation and service quality.
- Collaborated with management to design innovative dining experiences for guests.
- Trained new cooks on kitchen procedures and best practices for food preparation.
- Managed inventory to maintain optimal stock levels of ingredients and supplies.
- Assisted in planning special events by creating customized menus for unique occasions.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing excellent customer service.
Master Cook
The Mansion, at MGM Grand
Las Vegas
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Ensured cleanliness and adherence to food safety protocols in kitchen, contributing to a safe dining environment.
- Supervised kitchen staff, enhancing food preparation and service efficiency.
- Crafted diverse menus reflecting seasonal ingredients and culinary trends.
- Collaborated with management to design innovative dining experiences for guests.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing excellent customer service.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly, improving guest satisfaction and loyalty.
Line Cook
The Mansion, at MGM Grand
Las Vegas
05.2019 - 07.2022
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Ensured food safety and cleanliness standards were consistently met in kitchen.
- Operated kitchen equipment including grills, ovens, and fryers effectively.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated needs to management regularly.
- Prepared and cooked multiple orders concurrently during peak service times.
- Coordinated various kitchen tasks while maintaining organization in fast-paced environment.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
Line Cook
MGM Grand
Las Vegas
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Ensured food safety and cleanliness standards met consistently in kitchen.
- Operated kitchen equipment including grills, ovens, and fryers effectively.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated supply needs to management to support operations.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment with teammates, contributing to high customer satisfaction.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
Line Cook
Beerhaus, MGM Resorts
Las Vegas
03.2016 - 08.2018
- Prepared and cooked diverse dishes in fast-paced kitchen, contributing to timely service.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and cleanliness throughout the kitchen.
- Trained new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and safety protocols, enhancing overall team efficiency.
- Operated kitchen equipment including grills, ovens, and fryers effectively.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with teammates to prepare dishes in fast-paced environment, ensuring high customer satisfaction.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
Line Cook
Florida Cafe Cuban Restaurant
Las Vegas
12.2015 - 01.2016
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Executed multiple orders simultaneously during peak service times to meet customer demands.
- Operated kitchen equipment including grills, ovens, and fryers effectively.
- Prepared food items consistently adhering to recipes and portioning guidelines, minimizing waste.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and cleanliness throughout the kitchen.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety standards, maintaining a safe kitchen environment for staff and customers.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
Education
M.D. - Culinary Arts
1800 Culinary School of Cuba
Cienfuegos08-2018
Skills
- Culinary techniques
- Food preparation
- Menu planning
- Inventory management
- Safety compliance
- Staff supervision
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Leadership abilities
- Communication skills
- Presentation creativity
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Senior Chef de Partie
6666 at Wynn Resorts
03.2026 - Current
Master Cook
LPM, at the Cosmopolitan
10.2023 - 05.2026
Master Cook
The Mansion, at MGM Grand
07.2022 - 02.2023
Line Cook
The Mansion, at MGM Grand
05.2019 - 07.2022
Line Cook
MGM Grand
10.2018 - 05.2019
Line Cook
Beerhaus, MGM Resorts
03.2016 - 08.2018
Line Cook
Florida Cafe Cuban Restaurant
12.2015 - 01.2016
M.D. - Culinary Arts
1800 Culinary School of Cuba