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Miguel Sandoval

Chicago

Summary

Dynamic sous chef excelling in team management, menu development, and food safety. Proven ability to enhance kitchen operations and train staff, driving high-quality dish preparation and a collaborative work environment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

BIAN
Chicago
03.2023 - Current
  • Prepared and presented high-quality dishes for diverse clientele.
  • Collaborated with head chef to develop seasonal menu items.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on food safety and preparation techniques.
  • Ensured cleanliness and organization of kitchen and workstations.
  • Assisted in ordering supplies, optimizing cost management strategies.
  • Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
  • Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.

Sous Chef

The Quadrangle Club
Chicago
01.2022 - 02.2023
  • Managed inventory, maintaining stock levels and freshness of ingredients.
  • Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring efficient workflow and teamwork.
  • 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.

Lead Line Cook

Nobu
Chicago
06.2020 - 01.2022
  • Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
  • Maintained high standards of food safety and sanitation in the kitchen.
  • Trained new line cooks on cooking techniques and kitchen procedures.

Lead Line Cook

The Conrad Hotel by Hilton
Chicago
05.2016 - 12.2019
  • Improved employee performance by providing constructive suggestions and encouragement.
  • Developed and executed daily menus in collaboration with culinary management.
  • Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.

Chef de Partie

Boka
Chicago
01.2013 - 04.2016
  • Prepared and presented high-quality dishes in line with restaurant standards.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Art

Illinois Institute of Art-Chicago
Chicago, IL
09-2010

Skills

  • Menu development
  • Food safety
  • Cost management
  • Staff training
  • Inventory management
  • Kitchen operations

Timeline

Sous Chef

BIAN
03.2023 - Current

Sous Chef

The Quadrangle Club
01.2022 - 02.2023

Lead Line Cook

Nobu
06.2020 - 01.2022

Lead Line Cook

The Conrad Hotel by Hilton
05.2016 - 12.2019

Chef de Partie

Boka
01.2013 - 04.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Art

Illinois Institute of Art-Chicago
Miguel Sandoval