Sous Chef High-Volume

Marlon Coca

** ********* **, **, **** Boston, MA 02128

+1-857-***-**** ********@*****.***

Bilingual: English / Spanish

Professional Summary

Experienced and dependable culinary professional with 15+ years in fast-paced, high-volume kitchens. Skilled in French, Italian, and Mediterranean cuisines with strong leadership, efficiency, and creativity. Adept at managing kitchen operations and collaborating with top-tier chefs to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Professional Experience

Executive Sous Chef

Porto Boston – Boston, MA

2022 – Present

● Work under James Beard Award-winning Chef Jody Adams at a Mediterranean-inspired fine dining restaurant.

● Execute seasonal dishes with a focus on sustainable, locally sourced ingredients.

● Maintain consistency, speed, and precision in a high-volume, upscale kitchen. Executive Sous Chef

Mariel – Boston, MA

2021 – 2022

● Led kitchen operations and production at a high-end Cuban-inspired restaurant.

● Supervised BOH staff, managed quality control, and supported inventory and food costing.

Kitchen Manager

Red’s Best – Boston, MA

2019 – 2020

● Oversaw seafood prep and execution, leading a team of 10+.

● Created menus based on market trends and handled staff training and performance. Sous Chef / Line Cook

Ten Tables – Jamaica Plain, MA

2014 – 2018

● Assisted with farm-to-table menu development and kitchen execution.

● Maintained high quality and organization in a seasonal, small-plate environment. Sous Chef – Italian Cuisine

Cafeteria Boston – Boston, MA

2007 – 2010

● Created specials, managed ordering and deliveries, and led closing procedures.

● Supervised presentation and expedited service.

Lead Line Cook – French Cuisine

Aquitaine – Boston, MA

2004 – 2006

● Prepared sauces and proteins in a fine-dining French bistro.

● Maintained speed and accuracy in a fast-paced environment. Core Skills

● Recipe & Menu Development

● Kitchen Supervision & Staff Training

● Food Safety & Inventory Control

● Fast-Paced, High-Volume Cooking

● Knife Skills & Culinary Techniques

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