Guillermo A Argueta line cook

Guillermo Argueta

**** ***** ***** ***, *******,TX 77073

Cell: 832-***-****

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Summary

Line & Prep Cook with 23 years of experience in high-pressure culinary environments. Skilled in preparing large volumes of food quickly and efficiently. Seeking to use culinary skills and expertise to prepare a special variety of dishes in a professional, rewarding environment.

Highlights

Focus on portion and cost control

Inventory management familiarity

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Multy-tasking

Reliable employee that is always on time.

Fast Learner.

High volume production capability

Accomplishments

Successfully managed a kitchen staff of 40+ employees during high volume dinner services for more than 500 diners each night. Increase sales when opened Mamacita's Restaurant by 70 percent.

Experience

Line, Prep, Grill Cook 10/1996-09/2012

Pappasito's Mexican restaurant- Houston TX

Provided courteous and informative customer service in an open kitchen format. Systematically tasted and smelled all prepared dishes, and observed color, texture and garnishes. Consistently kept a clean and safe environment by adhering to all federal, state and local sanitation and safety requirements. Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of all food products. Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with the kitchen team. Prepared for each shift by placing a clean cutting board and utensil bath at workstation. Expert in final plate preparation with

authentic presentation.

Cook & Driver 02/2005-01/2006

Airway Catering,

Serving private aircraft with preparing food & delivering to different airports. Unloaded food supplies from distributors trucks and efficiently organized inventory. Prepare large volumes of food quickly & efficiently. Assisted chef in food preparation. Participate in monthly catering services for large groups while receiving in positive feedback from guest regarding food quality.

Kitchen Manager, 12/2005- 07/2008

Mamacita's Mexican Restaurant-Houston, TX

Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads. Displayed a positive and friendly attitude towards customers and fellow team members. Reduced food costs by 20 percent by expertly estimating purchasing needs and buying through approved suppliers. Provided courteous and informative customer service in an open kitchen format. Systematically tasted and smelled all prepared dishes, and observed color, texture and garnishes. Expertly estimated staffing needs and adjusted hourly schedules in accordance with demand patterns, budget and local labor laws. Effectively managed and assisted kitchen staff in producing food for banquets, catered events and member dining areas. Consistently kept a clean and safe environment by adhering to all federal, state and local sanitation and safety requirements. Ensured smooth kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory, purchasing and receiving. Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of all food products. Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with the kitchen team. Quickly and courteously resolved all guest problems and complaints. Prepared healthy, enjoyable breakfasts and dinners for diners. Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports. Regularly developed new recipes in accordance with consumer tastes, nutritional needs, and budgetary considerations.

Line, Prep & Grill Cook 03/2013- current

Tommy Bahamas- Woodlands, TX

Systematically tasted and smelled all prepared dishes, and observed color, texture and garnishes. Consistently kept a clean and safe environment by adhering to all federal, state and local sanitation and safety requirements. Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of all food products. Consistently produced exceptional menu items that regularly garnered diners' praise. Prepared healthy, enjoyable breakfasts and dinners for diners. Enforced appropriate work-flow and quality controls for food quality and temperature. Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.

Education

Pablo Montesino- El Salvador, san salvador 1996

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