Emilio Avila
Harbour Island
Summary
Culinary professional with comprehensive experience in high-pressure kitchen environments, driving quality and efficiency. Known for exceptional culinary skills and ability to innovate while maintaining consistency. Reliable team collaborator with focus on achieving culinary excellence and adapting to evolving needs.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Coral Sands Hotel
02.2020 - Current
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
Executive Sous Chef
Dunmore Beach Hotel
09.2014 - 02.2020
- Increased customer satisfaction through consistent delivery of exceptional dishes, resulting in positive reviews.
- Assisted Executive Chef in cost analysis and budget management, optimizing profitability without compromising quality.
- Ensured compliance with all health department regulations while maintaining a well-organized workspace for optimal efficiency.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly providing guidance towards improvement as necessary.
- Continuously researched industry trends to stay current on new cooking methods, ingredients, and presentation styles.
- Maintained high standards of food presentation by supervising plating techniques during service hours.
Chef De Partie
Abacus Dallas
01.2009 - 03.2012
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
Chef De Cuisine
Le Bilboquet Dallas
03.2011 - 02.2012
- Optimized kitchen workflow by delegating tasks according to individual strengths, resulting in faster ticket times during peak hours.
- Maintained high levels of sanitation and cleanliness, adhering to strict health code regulations and ensuring a safe working environment.
- Participated in regular menu tastings with ownership and management to evaluate dishes for flavor balance, presentation, and ingredient quality.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by creating innovative and visually appealing dishes using fresh, local ingredients.
Lead Line Cook
814 a Texas Bistro
03.2006 - 01.2009
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu
Austin, Tx 06-2010
High School Diploma -
Comfort High School
Comfort, TX05-2009
Skills
- Team leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Safe food handling
- Food presentation
- Menu planning
- Food preparation
- Customer service
- Kitchen organization
Languages
Spanish
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Sous Chef
Coral Sands Hotel
02.2020 - Current
Executive Sous Chef
Dunmore Beach Hotel
09.2014 - 02.2020
Chef De Cuisine
Le Bilboquet Dallas
03.2011 - 02.2012
Chef De Partie
Abacus Dallas
01.2009 - 03.2012
Lead Line Cook
814 a Texas Bistro
03.2006 - 01.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu
High School Diploma -
Comfort High School
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