Reggie Lorenzo Casa

Duties and Responsibilities:
/ Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
/ Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef
/ Schedule and supervise kitchen helpers
/ Oversee kitchen operations
/ Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
/ May set up and oversee buffets
/ May clean kitchen and work area
Selection Criteria:
/ Strong customer service skills
/ Some previous cooking experience
/ Excellent organizational skills
/ Food Safe an asset
/ To honour our commitment to be “Always Honest” all employees must consent to a criminal record check

Supported all kitchen operations when Executive chef was absent.
Assisted in maintaining preparation and service areas in a sanitary condition.
Baked, roasted, broiled, and steamed meats, fish, vegetables and other foods.
Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators, and heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.
Cleaned and inspected galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas.
Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items and rotating stock.
Estimated amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients.
Executed daily production lists and goals.
Maintained daily cleanliness of broiler and fryers.

Experiences__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Commisary 3
August 2015 to Current
Dikakeen, MMC Catering - Kuwait City
Trained staff of eight employees for correct facility procedures, safety codes, proper recipes and plating techniques.
Performed kitchen maintenance for a private facility.
Managed kitchen operations for high grossing, fast-paced fair concession kitchen.

Verified that information in the computer system was up-to-date and accurate.
Updated departmental standard operating procedures and database to accurately reflect the current practices.
Verified and logged in deadlines for responding to daily inquiries.

Maintained full knowledge of bar and menu items and made recommendations.
Maintained familiarity with the latest in mixology, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
Prepared mixed drinks; poured wine, beer and nonalcoholic beverages.
Prepared coffee and espresso drinks. Prepared coffee and espresso drinks.

On the job training: Baking pastries and Server Coffee Shop and Cafeteria

Maintained neat and attractive bakery food cases.

On the job training

Swept and damp-mopped private stairways and hallways.
Cleaned the exterior surfaces of lighting fixtures, including glass and plastic enclosures.
Removed finger marks and smudges from vertical surfaces, including doors, frames and glass partitions.

Stocked room attendant carts with supplies.
Cleaned rooms to the satisfaction of all clients.
Replenished hotel amenities such as drinking glasses and writing supplies.