Luis Vazquez
Jacksonville
Summary
Results-driven Kitchen Manager with expertise in food safety, inventory management, and cost control. Proven ability to enhance kitchen operations and foster teamwork to achieve high-quality standards.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Hagel 1891
Mount Sterling
11.2020 - 02.2025
- Managed daily kitchen operations and ensured food quality standards.
- Supervised kitchen staff and coordinated training programs, enhancing team skills and efficiency.
- Developed and implemented menu items in collaboration with culinary team.
- Oversaw inventory management and controlled food costs, ensuring optimal resource allocation.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and maintained cleanliness standards.
- Collaborated with suppliers to source quality ingredients for menu offerings.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
- Promoted teamwork among kitchen staff by fostering open communication and collaboration.
Kitchen Manager
Balans Restaurant
Miami
01.2008 - 06.2020
- Managed daily kitchen operations and ensured food quality standards.
- Supervised kitchen staff and coordinated training programs, enhancing team skills and performance.
- Developed and implemented menu items in collaboration with culinary team.
- Oversaw inventory management and controlled food costs, ensuring profitability and resource efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and maintained cleanliness standards.
- Collaborated with suppliers to source quality ingredients for menu offerings.
- Resolved customer complaints related to food service promptly and professionally.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff based on anticipated business volume, optimizing staff allocation and service efficiency.
Line Cook
Ala Pasta con Porcel
Miami
12.2003 - 12.2007
- Managed food station, ensuring timely meal preparation during peak hours to support efficient service.
- Collaborated with team members to uphold cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, enhancing overall workflow.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including ovens, fryers, and pasta cookers.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient supplies and ordering stock.
- Ensured compliance with food safety standards and sanitation procedures consistently.
- Trained new staff on cooking techniques and kitchen protocols, improving onboarding experience and team performance.
Line Cook
Cafe Italia Restaurant
Miami
01.2002 - 11.2003
- Managed food station, ensuring timely meal preparation during peak hours to meet customer demand.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including ovens, fryers, and pasta cookers.
- Ensured compliance with food safety standards and sanitation procedures consistently.
- Collaborated with team members to uphold cleanliness and organization in kitchen, enhancing overall workflow.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient supplies and ordering stock, ensuring availability for smooth operations.
- Trained new staff on cooking techniques and kitchen protocols effectively.
Education
Culinary Arts
IGA Culinary School
Miami, FL06-2005
Skills
- Kitchen operations
- Food production
- Menu development
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Cost control
- Staff training
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Hagel 1891
11.2020 - 02.2025
Kitchen Manager
Balans Restaurant
01.2008 - 06.2020
Line Cook
Ala Pasta con Porcel
12.2003 - 12.2007
Line Cook
Cafe Italia Restaurant
01.2002 - 11.2003
Culinary Arts
IGA Culinary School