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Jesse Martinez

Phoenix

Summary

Dynamic Catering Chef skilled in menu planning, inventory management, and staff training. Proven track record in client collaboration and quality assurance, delivering exceptional catering experiences.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Catering Chef

Mad Fresh
Tempe
03.2025 - 06.2026
  • Prepared diverse menus for events, ensuring high-quality presentation and taste.
  • Managed kitchen staff, coordinating tasks and delegating responsibilities to enhance team workflow.
  • Collaborated with clients to create personalized catering options that aligned with their specific preferences.
  • Trained junior chefs on cooking techniques and food safety practices.
  • Oversaw inventory management, maintaining optimal stock levels of ingredients and supplies for seamless operations.

Production Chef

Friendship Village Tempe
Tempe
03.2021 - 08.2023
  • Prepared high-quality meals for residents and special events.
  • Collaborated with staff to create diverse menu options.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on procedures and best practices.
  • Assisted in meal planning based on seasonal ingredients.

Worked at four restaurants preparing diverse food styles, including fine dining, fast casual, and buffet.

Culinary Advisor

Moxies Bar & Grill
Scottsdale
08.2021 - 12.2022
  • Trained staff on food preparation and safety standards to enhance compliance and reduce risk.
  • Collaborated with kitchen team to ensure timely meal service.
  • Managed inventory and ordered supplies to ensure consistent kitchen operations.
  • Implemented quality control measures for food presentation and taste.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Conducted inventory of food items and supplies to maintain optimal stock levels and prevent shortages.

Kitchen Manager

Mellow Mushroom
Tempe
02.2017 - 02.2021
  • Oversaw kitchen operations, enhancing food preparation and service efficiency.
  • Established and enforced kitchen policies, procedures, and quality standards to uphold service excellence.
  • Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated ordering of ingredients and supplies to sustain optimal kitchen inventory levels.
  • Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
  • Resolved customer complaints related to food quality or service promptly.

Education

GED -

Skyline
Mesa, AZ
02-2012

Skills

  • Menu planning and food presentation
  • Inventory management
  • Staff training and development
  • Culinary techniques
  • Quality assurance
  • Client collaboration

Timeline

Catering Chef

Mad Fresh
03.2025 - 06.2026

Culinary Advisor

Moxies Bar & Grill
08.2021 - 12.2022

Production Chef

Friendship Village Tempe
03.2021 - 08.2023

Kitchen Manager

Mellow Mushroom
02.2017 - 02.2021

GED -

Skyline
Jesse Martinez