Jonathan Rufino
Chicago
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Restaurant Associates, excelling in recipe development and food presentation. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through high-quality meal preparation and effective team training. Skilled in food safety and sanitation practices, consistently maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering Cook
Restaurant Associates
01.2020 - Current
- Promoted excellence in food quality and presentation for kitchen staff.
- Learned menu items produced by assigned station to achieve proper quantities.
- Chopped vegetables, butchered meat and prepared sauces in advance to serve guests promptly and efficiently.
- Dated and rotated food containers, safely stored perishables and maintained sanitary work environment to maximize food safety.
- Grilled, roasted, baked and performed other cooking techniques to produce high volume meals.
- Practiced safe work habits to avoid possible injury to self or other employees.
- Ordered food and supplies used to prepare meals for [Number] people.
- Recognized quality standards in vegetables, fish, dairy and meat products and selected and used freshest ingredients to prepare menu items.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced [Type] environment.
- Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
- Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
- Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
- Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Managed kitchen budget for supplies and labor hours, consistently meeting targets.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
Chef De Partie
Trump Hotel Collection
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Complied with portion and serving sizes as per restaurant standards.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Cook
Restaurant Associates
12.2016 - 12.2018
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
Education
GED -
TEC Mexico
Mexico City08-2015
Skills
- Recipe development
- Food presentation
- Portion control
- Knife skills
- Sanitation practices
- Food preparation
- Menu planning
- Food safety
- Ingredient sourcing
- Safe food handling
- Grilling techniques
- Foodservice support
- Salad assembly
- Workstation preparation
- Supply restocking
- Recipe customization
- Recipe cooking
- Vegetable preparation
- Temperature management
- Sanitation protocols
- Buffet setup
- Food allergy safety
- Cold food preparation
- Meat fabrication
- Pastry production
- Food production management
- software Microsoft office
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- serve safe certificate
- Cortador de Jamon certificate
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Limited Working
Timeline
Catering Cook
Restaurant Associates
01.2020 - Current
Chef De Partie
Trump Hotel Collection
12.2018 - 01.2020
Cook
Restaurant Associates
12.2016 - 12.2018
GED -
TEC Mexico
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