Jose Eduardo De Avila
Santa Teresa
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with proven leadership at Amar Restaurant, excelling in team collaboration and customer service. Expert in menu planning and inventory control, I consistently delivered high-quality dishes while training staff in kitchen safety. My strong organizational skills and adaptability ensure seamless operations during peak hours, enhancing overall dining experiences.
Dynamic Chef recognized for creating memorable dishes with fresh ingredients. Monitors and evaluates purchasing, staffing, production and inventory to control food and labor costs and waste. Maintains federal, state and local food sanitation and safety standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Chef
Amar Restaurant
El Paso
03.2023 - Current
- Managed inventory by tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally to maintain satisfaction and loyalty.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Team supervision and kitchen leadership.
- Menu planning and ingredient management.
- Inventory control and team coordination in a positive work environment.
- Managed kitchen operations during peak service hours.
- Trained junior staff on food preparation techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff for seamless service.
Grill Cook
Don Carbón Mesa
El Paso
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Food preparation and kitchen production.
- Raw material organization and stock management.
- Operated grill equipment efficiently to maximize cooking speed and temperature control.
- Trained new staff on grill techniques and kitchen safety protocols.
- Monitored cooking times to deliver perfectly cooked dishes consistently.
- Made sure that all orders were filled in an accurate and timely manner.
- Contributed to the creation of new menu items.
- Shift team coordination for optimal service.
Education
Colegio De Bachilleres Eres Número 19
Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua , Mexico Some College (No Degree) - Culinaria Arts
El Paso Community Collegue
El Paso, Texas , United StatesSkills
- Leadership and team collaboration
- Honest and responsible
- Organizational and multitasking ability
- Assertive verbal communication
- Sales and customer service
- Stress management and adaptability
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
Chef
Amar Restaurant
03.2023 - Current
Grill Cook
Don Carbón Mesa
03.2021 - 10.2022
Colegio De Bachilleres Eres Número 19
Some College (No Degree) - Culinaria Arts
El Paso Community Collegue