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Javier bonacic

Chapel hill

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with a friendly demeanor and strong teamwork skills, honed at Subculture Urban Cuisine and Cafe. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through creative menu development and efficient kitchen management. Adept at problem-solving and maintaining high food safety standards, consistently achieving rapid service during peak hours.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Gate

IMC Solutions
03.2025 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.

Cook

Rambler
03.2023 - Current
  • Adapted quickly to changing orders while maintaining high-quality food preparation standards.
  • Supported senior cooks during peak service hours, ensuring timely meal delivery to customers.
  • Developed familiarity with seasonal ingredients to enhance menu offerings and improve dish quality.
  • Contributed to daily specials brainstorming sessions, showcasing creativity in meal preparation ideas.

Sous Chef

Sargent Catering
01.2012 - Current
  • Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring food quality and safety standards were consistently met.
  • Mentored junior chefs, fostering skill development and enhancing team performance.
  • Developed seasonal menu items, incorporating local ingredients to elevate culinary offerings.
  • Streamlined food preparation processes, improving kitchen efficiency and reducing waste.

Catering Manager

Subculture Urban Cuisine and Cafe
03.2016 - 05.2025
  • Developed and managed catering menus tailored to client specifications and dietary needs.
  • Oversaw event logistics, ensuring timely delivery and setup of catering services.
  • Trained and mentored staff on best practices for food safety and service excellence.
  • Coordinated vendor relationships to secure quality ingredients at competitive prices.

Chef

Subculture Urban Cuisine and Cafe
03.2016 - 03.2025
  • Prepared and executed diverse menu items, ensuring high-quality presentation and flavor consistency.
  • Collaborated with team to maintain kitchen organization and streamline food preparation processes.
  • Implemented food safety protocols, adhering to health regulations for cleanliness and hygiene.
  • Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies to minimize waste and optimize resources.

Kitchen Manager

Subculture Urban Cuisine and Cafe
03.2016 - 03.2025
  • Assisted in maintaining food safety standards and sanitation protocols.
  • Supported inventory management, ensuring timely stock replenishment and organization.
  • Collaborated with team to prepare menu items following established recipes and portion sizes.
  • Learned kitchen equipment operation, performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
  • Contributed to team training on operational procedures and best practices for efficiency.
  • Monitored food preparation processes, ensuring compliance with health regulations and quality standards.
  • Engaged in daily cleaning tasks to maintain a safe and hygienic kitchen environment.
  • Assisted in scheduling staff shifts to optimize workflow during peak service times.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
  • Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
  • Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with attentiveness to dietary restrictions and allergen concerns in menu offerings.
  • Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
  • Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively engaging with staff members, promoting open communication channels, and demonstrating support for ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.
  • Calculated prices of ingredients to monitor food costs and control expenses.

Cook

Black Rabbit
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Prepared and plated diverse menu items in accordance with recipes and presentation standards.
  • Operated kitchen equipment safely, ensuring compliance with health regulations and safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
  • Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and performing regular audits.

Education

John Overton Highschool
Nashville, TN

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Gate

IMC Solutions
03.2025 - Current

Cook

Black Rabbit
10.2023 - 12.2023

Cook

Rambler
03.2023 - Current

Catering Manager

Subculture Urban Cuisine and Cafe
03.2016 - 05.2025

Chef

Subculture Urban Cuisine and Cafe
03.2016 - 03.2025

Kitchen Manager

Subculture Urban Cuisine and Cafe
03.2016 - 03.2025

Sous Chef

Sargent Catering
01.2012 - Current

John Overton Highschool

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