Mauricio Arvizu
Antioch
Summary
Detail-oriented line cook with strong skills in food preparation, safety protocols, and menu development. Committed to maintaining high standards of kitchen cleanliness and organization while efficiently managing multiple tasks.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
LakeHouse
Lake Villa
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Prepared ingredients following LakeHouse's recipes and standards.
- Cooked menu items efficiently during busy service hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations daily.
- Assisted in inventory management and stock rotation practices.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal delivery.
- Followed food safety guidelines to prevent contamination risks.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and effectively during food prep.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
Server
On The Border
Vernon Hills
08.2014 - 07.2017
- Delivered excellent customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently during peak hours.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery.
- Trained new servers on menu items and service procedures.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
- Suggested menu items based on customer preferences and dietary needs.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
Sous Chef
Emmett's Brewing
Palatine
06.2007 - 02.2014
- Assisted in menu development and ingredient selection for seasonal offerings.
- Prepared and presented dishes according to quality standards and guest preferences.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain kitchen efficiency.
- Trained and supervised kitchen staff in food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with front-of-house team to ensure smooth service during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations following health regulations.
- Implemented portion control practices to minimize waste in food preparation processes.
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
- Oversaw kitchen employee scheduling to meet coverage needs and avoid wasted labor.
- Assisted with interviewing, hiring and training kitchen personnel.
Education
High School Diploma -
Conalep
Mexico, ME06-1994
Skills
- Food preparation
- Culinary techniques
- Safety protocols
- Inventory management
- Equipment operation
- Menu development
- Time management
- Complaint resolution
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Training staff
- Prepared foods plating
- Meat cutting
- Equipment maintenance
- Head chef collaboration
Timeline
Line Cook
LakeHouse
11.2022 - 11.2023
Server
On The Border
08.2014 - 07.2017
Sous Chef
Emmett's Brewing
06.2007 - 02.2014
High School Diploma -
Conalep