Juan Sebastian Salazar Ceron
Sunshine Coast,QLD
Summary
Adept at leading high-performing teams, I enhanced kitchen efficiency and food safety standards across several roles, notably as Head Chef at Decisions Cafe. Specializing in inventory management and mentoring, I significantly reduced waste, achieving cost savings while fostering staff development and maintaining exceptional culinary quality.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef/ Head Chef
Decisions Cafe
11.2023 - Current
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Assisted in the development of staff training programs, improving overall consistency and efficiency within the kitchen environment while fostering professional growth among junior team members.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
Kitchen Supervisor
TGI Fridays
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
Cook/Head Cook
Guzman Y Gomez
06.2021 - 10.2023
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Chef
Decisions Cafe
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Sous Chef/Kitchen Supervisor
TGI Fridays
04.2022 - 10.2022
Chef
Taste This
06.2021 - 11.2021
Head Cook
Guzman Y Gomez
12.2019 - 06.2021
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Chef
Elysium Restaurant
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Cook
Guzman Y Gomez
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Business
Australian Institute of Business And Technology
Brisbane, QLD02-2022
Certificate IV - Comercial Cookery
Australian Institute of Business And Technology
Brisbane, QLD02-2022
Bachelor of Business Admin. - Business
Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
Bogota, Colombia03-2019
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Menu Planning
- Cooking techniques
- Mentoring and Coaching
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Professional Working
Timeline
Sous Chef/ Head Chef
Decisions Cafe
11.2023 - Current
Kitchen Supervisor
TGI Fridays
09.2023 - 01.2024
Chef
Decisions Cafe
12.2022 - 05.2023
Sous Chef/Kitchen Supervisor
TGI Fridays
04.2022 - 10.2022
Cook/Head Cook
Guzman Y Gomez
06.2021 - 10.2023
Chef
Taste This
06.2021 - 11.2021
Chef
Elysium Restaurant
12.2020 - 05.2021
Head Cook
Guzman Y Gomez
12.2019 - 06.2021
Cook
Guzman Y Gomez
06.2019 - 12.2019
Advanced Diploma - Business
Australian Institute of Business And Technology
Certificate IV - Comercial Cookery
Australian Institute of Business And Technology
Bachelor of Business Admin. - Business
Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
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