MIGUEL ÁNGEL GARCÍA SOSA
Saint Simons Island,GA
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with over six years of diverse experience, specializing in Mexican cuisine, American dishes, and grill/plank cooking. Renowned for exceptional organizational skills and a strong commitment to teamwork, consistently delivering high-quality meals in fast-paced environments. Adaptability to challenging situations enhances the ability to thrive under pressure while maintaining a focus on excellence. Proficient in English at a C1 level, facilitating effective communication in multicultural settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Sea Island Resort
10.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
Chef De Partie
Casa Mia
05.2022 - 03.2023
- Executed preparation and cooking of American cuisine and Mexican antojitos.
- Engaged in teamwork to ensure successful task performance.
- Keep the kitchen clean and organized, comply with hygiene and food safety regulations.
- Drinks prep of classic bar.
- Grill production line, and dishes assembled.
- Support in activities assigned by the CDC.
- Oversaw kitchen operations to meet restaurant's quality standards.
Chef Manager
Alquimia Restaurant-Bar
11.2020 - 01.2022
- Stored food items with proper labels and safe handling procedures.
- Reception and storage of products ensuring their correct conservation.
- Replenished raw food items, garnishes, sauces and other ingredients to serving lines.
- Plank and grill management.
- Perform inventory and order control
- Facilitated efficient kitchen workflow and organization.
- Crafted diverse Mexican dishes including salads, soups, sauces, and antojitos.
- Oversaw inventory processes and maintained optimal stock levels.
Prep cook
Chef Mauricio Bonilla Banquet services for Bombardier
12.2016 - 11.2017
- Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking.
- Menu preparations according to recipes.
- Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and other meal prep.
- Customer service offering quality service at all times.
- Maintaining order and cleanliness in the work area.
- Attention to the needs and desires of the diners to recommend the best products or solutions in case of allergies and special needs.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Edutin Academy
Delaware, OH05.2023
Skills
- English: Advanced C1
- Computer: Microsoft office
- Customer service
- Safe Food Handling and Sanitation
- Work ethic
Hobbies and Interests
Hobby #1: Hearing music, Hobby #2: Reading about culture, history and the news, Hobby #3: Learn new things constantly
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Cook
Sea Island Resort
10.2024 - Current
Chef De Partie
Casa Mia
05.2022 - 03.2023
Chef Manager
Alquimia Restaurant-Bar
11.2020 - 01.2022
Prep cook
Chef Mauricio Bonilla Banquet services for Bombardier
12.2016 - 11.2017
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Edutin Academy
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