Maria Inés Alcorta

● Ensure that production, preparation, and presentation of food are of highest quality.

● Collaborate with Chefs to create new recipes for daily menus,

● Demonstrate strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.

● Created high-quality, nourishing dishes for private clients and

catered events.

● Managed kitchen operations, including food preparation and

presentation.

● Designed menus for catering services and clients' specific needs.

● Ensured high standards of food safety and hygiene where achieved.

● Assisted in food preparation and cooking across various kitchen

stations.

● Maintained high-quality standards in food presentation and taste.

● Collaborated with the culinary team to refine and execute

seasonal menus.

• Assisted Head Chef with ordering, stock management, and hygiene protocols
• Helped organize functions and events
• Worked across all kitchen sections during prep and service
• Oversaw cleanliness of each station in kitchen.

• Managed the Larder section and assisted with event preparations
• Specialized in accommodating dietary needs and allergies
• Strengthened relationships with local suppliers and learned regional cooking methods

• Co-designed innovative menus with the Head Chef
• Led inventory management, event prep, and kitchen training
• Developed and implemented allergen charts and kitchen best practices

• Designed weekly menus and managed budgets
• Supervised the team, ensured customer satisfaction, and maintained cash flow

• Led starters and catering sections at a plant-based, zero-waste restaurant
• Mastered sourdough baking and fresh pasta preparation

• Led the kitchen team during peak hours and catering events
• Focused on seasonal produce, fermentation, and dehydration techniques