***** ********** **. #**** *****: 713-***-****

Houston Texas 77040 abhl1x@r.postjobfree.com

Robert Brandon Zavala

Objective

I look to secure a position with a well-established organization in a

stable environment that will lead to a lasting relationship. I also look to

obtain a position that will enable me to utilize my superior organizational

skills, educational background, and ability to work well with others.

Education

1998--2002 The Art Institute of Houston Houston, TX

Associate of Applied Science Degree, Culinary Arts

Accredited by American Culinary Federation

Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and

Schools

City of Houston-Certified Food Manager

Work Experience

1/06-present Deli Manager/Location Chef

Kroger Grocery Store

. Consistently met hourly staffing goals and %

effective goals

. Proper tagging and inventory of goods insured better

food costs

. Daily/weekly sales tracking

09/01--06/05 Executive Chef

Inwood Forest Country Club

. Cost Effective Menu planning

. Preparing Profit & Loss statements for ease of

daily/wkly tracking

. 5% Reduction in labor costs through more efficient

scheduling

. Educating kitchen staff in safety/sanitation

. Reduced food cost through accurate ordering and

receiving, as well as, standardizing plating

procedures

1/99--9/01 Lead Line Cook

Steak & Ale

. Improved effectiveness by reducing number of steps to

complete tasks

. Ordering and Receiving

. Introduced new "Art Culinaire" plating techniques for

service

10/98--1/99 Line Cook

M lange Catering Company

. High volume off-site events (over 250 people)

. Prepare high-end, quality foods to cater out

. Began learning event coordinating with Executive

staff

Other Skills

. Private Catering

. Microsoft Office

. Essential First Aid (CINTAS)

. Heart saver AED - Adult CPR and AED

References:

. Rhonda Holcolmb 281-***-****

. David Hund 281-***-****

. Dr. Berri Thang 281-***-****

Contact this candidate