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Brandon Medina

8151 Pecan Terr

Summary

Motivated Sous Chef polished in keeping kitchen staff on task and handling high-volume work. Knowledgeable about sourcing ingredients, maintaining budgets and maximizing customer satisfaction. Works with management to analyze food costs and forecast business trends to meet company goals. Seasoned supervisor in food preparation and serving with background in overseeing fast-paced kitchen and dining operations. Skilled in staff training, inventory management, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Known for improving service delivery through effective team leadership and workflow optimization. Successfully enhanced customer satisfaction by streamlining processes for quicker and more efficient service.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook Supervisor

Kalahari Resorts Poconos
Scotrun
01.2018 - 08.2020
  • Coordinated daily food production schedules for restaurant operations.
  • Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
  • Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies as needed for kitchen operations.
  • Conducted quality checks on food presentation and taste before serving.
  • Collaborated with management to resolve any kitchen-related issues promptly.
  • Ensured that all food products were stored correctly at appropriate temperatures according to health department standards.
  • Solved customer complaints quickly and efficiently when necessary.
  • Implemented systems designed to improve efficiency within the kitchen environment.
  • Supervised and managed the kitchen staff in preparing, cooking, and presenting food.
  • Collaborated with chefs and other team members on ideas for special events or promotions related to the restaurant's offerings.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.

Cook

Mount Airy Casino And Resort
Swiftwater
02.2008 - 10.2018
  • Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes for restaurant and event services.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen and food preparation areas.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during busy shifts.
  • Managed inventory by tracking supplies and minimizing waste in the kitchen.
  • Followed safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure food quality and hygiene standards.
  • Assisted in menu development by providing input on seasonal ingredients and recipes.
  • Adjusted cooking methods based on dietary restrictions or special requests from guests.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
  • Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
  • Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
  • Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
  • Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Engineering

Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
09-2009

High School Diploma -

Pocono Mountain West
Swiftwater, PA
09-2004

Skills

  • Expertise in short order, fine dining, buffet, and banquet cooking
  • Strong time management and multitasking skills
  • Menu planning and recipe development
  • Food safety and sanitation compliance
  • Team leadership and staff training
  • Knife skills and efficient prep techniques
  • Experience with high-volume kitchens
  • Excellent plate and plating techniques
  • Food presentation
  • Cross-cultural cuisine
  • Grilling mastery
  • Culinary creativity
  • Food trends awareness
  • Sanitation and safety control
  • Sauce making
  • Allergen awareness
  • Garnishing techniques
  • Culinary trends monitoring
  • Kitchen equipment operation
  • Foodservice

References

Josh Satiago 

Phone: 570-702-9525

Relationship: Former Banquet chef

Pedro Garcia

Phone: 570-234-7656

Relationship: Former Front of house manager 

John Havery 

Phone: 570-983-8560

Relationship: Former Sous chef

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Timeline

Cook Supervisor

Kalahari Resorts Poconos
01.2018 - 08.2020

Cook

Mount Airy Casino And Resort
02.2008 - 10.2018

Bachelor of Science - Engineering

Pennsylvania State University

High School Diploma -

Pocono Mountain West

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