Luis G Delgado
Inglewood
Summary
Pastry Chef with 9+ years of experience in luxury hospitality and fine dining environments. Proven ability to lead large teams in high-volume operations while maintaining elevated presentation standards and operational efficiency. Recognized for combining culinary creativity with structured leadership and strong quality control.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Pastry Chef
Delta One
04.2025 - 12.2025
- Lead daily pastry production for Delta One premium service, ensuring consistency, elevated presentation, and brand-aligned dessert execution.
- Oversee production planning, inventory control, and operational efficiency in a high-standard culinary environment.
- Develop seasonal and customized desserts tailored to premium hospitality expectations.
- Maintain strict food safety and quality assurance protocols.
Lead Cook
Delaware North
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Executed high-volume menu production while maintaining quality, timing, and food safety standards.
- Supported hot and cold station operations during peak service periods.
- Assisted with inventory management and cross-team coordination to ensure seamless service execution.
Culinary Supervisor
Compass Group
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Supervised and coordinated concession operations managing a team of up to 64 staff members.
- Oversaw large-scale food production in a stadium environment, ensuring operational efficiency and consistent quality standards.
- Trained staff, delegated responsibilities, and enforced food safety compliance.
- Collaborated with management to optimize workflow and improve service performance during high-demand events.
Pastry Chef
Tao Group
12.2019 - 06.2024
- Led pastry station operations in a luxury fine-dining environment serving Dream Hotel.
- Managed high-volume dessert production while maintaining consistency, precision, and presentation standards.
- Developed mousses, plated desserts, ice creams, sorbets, chocolate work, and specialty pastries.
- Delegated tasks, trained team members, and ensured execution aligned with upscale hospitality expectations.
- Cross-trained in garde manger and hot appetizer stations to support full kitchen operations.
Pastry Chef
Lucky’s Malibu
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Produced refined desserts including plated items, tarts, mousses, and cakes for upscale clientele.
- Assisted in menu development and dessert concept execution.
- Maintained strict quality control and food safety compliance.
Kitchen Manager
Pava Bakery
05.2016 - 05.2019
- Managed daily bakery production and custom cake development.
- Supervised kitchen operations and ensured product consistency.
- Led cake decoration and specialty orders for retail and custom clients.
Line Cook / Banquets
Hilton
04.2015 - 04.2016
- Worked across multiple stations including cold line, hot line, and banquet service.
- Supported large-scale event execution within hotel hospitality standards.
Education
Associate Degree - Culinary Arts & Pastry And Baking Arts
Instituto Gastronómico Corbuse
Guadalajara Jal 08.2013 - 08.2016
Skills
Luxury Pastry Production
High-Volume Dessert Execution
Team Leadership & Staff Development
Multi-Unit Operations Supervision
Quality Control & Presentation Excellence
Inventory Management & Cost Awareness
Production Planning & Workflow Optimization
HACCP & Food Safety Compliance
Menu Development & Seasonal Innovation
Fine Dining & Hotel Experience
Cross-Functional Kitchen Collaboration
Training & Performance Coaching
Certification
- ServSafe Certified
- Food Safety Certification
- Responsible Beverage Service (RBS)
- Food Handler Certification
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Lead Cook
Delaware North
07.2025 - 10.2025
Pastry Chef
Delta One
04.2025 - 12.2025
Culinary Supervisor
Compass Group
07.2024 - 04.2025
Pastry Chef
Lucky’s Malibu
07.2022 - 04.2023
Pastry Chef
Tao Group
12.2019 - 06.2024
Kitchen Manager
Pava Bakery
05.2016 - 05.2019
Line Cook / Banquets
Hilton
04.2015 - 04.2016
Associate Degree - Culinary Arts & Pastry And Baking Arts
Instituto Gastronómico Corbuse
08.2013 - 08.2016