Jose Nira
Las Vegas
Summary
Detail-oriented Culinary Professional experienced in food preparation and handling. Achieved improvements in kitchen operations and customer satisfaction through effective inventory management and innovative recipe development. Focused on delivering quality food while maintaining safety standards and fostering a collaborative kitchen environment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Legacy Senior leaving
Las Vegas
2025.02 - Current
- Prepared and cooked menu items following established recipes and standards.
- Monitored food quality and freshness to meet company standards consistently.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient kitchen operations during peak hours.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including grills, fryers, and ovens safely.
- Safely operated grills to prepare food according to quality standards, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and food preparation areas.
Cook Shift Leader
Premier healthcare and Rebel Center
Las Vegas
2025.01 - Current
- Coordinated daily food service operations in a fast-paced environment.
- Supervised kitchen staff during meal preparation and cooking shifts, ensuring timely and quality food service.
- Trained new employees on cooking techniques and kitchen procedures.
- Ensured compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations, maintaining a safe environment for staff and customers.
- Cleaned and sanitized work stations and equipment, complying with regulatory procedures.
- Cut, chopped and sliced meat and produce to prepare for cooking.
- Checked food orders for accuracy before service, verifying correct items to enhance customer satisfaction.
Packer Operator
Polywest
Las Vegas
2021.10 - 2025.01
- Picked and packed customer orders from stock to ensure timely delivery.
- Assembled cartons, crates, and containers for efficient shipping.
- Trained new employees on warehouse procedures to maintain operational standards.
Prepared Foods Team Member
ISG
Las Vegas
2021.02 - 2022.10
- Replenished and organized department supplies to ensure smooth operations during each shift.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils, and work stations to maintain a safe food preparation environment.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables to ensure quality ingredients for cooking and serving.
Cook
White Castle
Las Vegas
2020.01 - 2022.02
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment with teammates, contributing to high customer satisfaction.
- Ensured safe operations of food prep equipment, minimizing complications and adhering to safety procedures.
- Restocked food items Restocked inventory items to maintain supply levels during busy hours. to ensure availability during peak hours. from inventory and rotated ingredients.
Cook
Arizona Charlie's Hotel & Casino
Las Vegas
2019.01 - 2021.12
- Conducted inventory counts pre- and post-shift to maintain accurate food storage records.
- Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
- Prepared and served meals by following recipes and skillfully combining ingredients.
- Trained and guided kitchen staff to enhance service quality and team productivity.
Mechanic /Welder
Campout
Las Vegas
2020.03 - 2021.04
- Repaired structures by dismantling, reshaping, and reassembling metal components, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with safety standards.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Conducted hydrostatic and tolerance tests on welded parts to ensure weld quality and adherence to specifications, enhancing reliability of final products.
Cook's Assistant
El Sombrero Restaurant
Las Vegas
2018.07 - 2019.01
- Assisted chefs in food preparation and cooking processes.
- Followed recipes and cooking instructions to ensure quality dishes.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen areas.
- Managed inventory by checking stock levels and restocking supplies.
- Restocked cupboards, refrigerators and service stations with new food items or supplies.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
Cooking Assistant
Bills Pizza
Palm Springs
2017.01 - 2018.01
- Assisted chefs in cooking and assembling dishes efficiently.
- Prepared ingredients for pizza and other menu items.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and work areas throughout shifts.
Meat Clerk
Stater Bros
Palm Springs
2011.01 - 2017.01
- Prepared and packaged meat products for display and sale.
- Used slicers and other department equipment to prepare cuts of meat for customers.
- Assisted customers with product selection and special requests.
- Adhered to food safety standards during all handling processes.
- Operated meat processing equipment safely and efficiently.
- Checked expiration dates on product packages to ensure freshness and quality standards were met.
- Stocked shelves with fresh meat products.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the meat department area.
- Trimmed, cut, and packaged meats for sale in retail cases.
- Prepared customer orders in a timely manner.
- Delivered fresh or frozen product orders at correct portion size to prevent shrink.
Meat Clerk
Vons Grocery Store
Palm Springs
2005.01 - 2011.01
- Prepared and packaged meat products for display and sale.
- Weighed, priced, and wrapped meats before placing them in display cases.
- Used slicers and other department equipment to prepare cuts of meat for customers.
- Operated meat processing equipment safely and efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the meat department area.
- Rotated stock to ensure quality control.
- Stocked shelves with fresh meat products.
- Prepared customer orders in a timely manner.
Education
Palm Springs High School
Palm Springs, CASkills
- Food preparation
- Recipe adherence
- Kitchen sanitation
- Health and safety compliance
- Quality control
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Knife skills
- Baking techniques
- Frying
- Ingredients measuring
- Equipment operation
- Food costing
- Food presentation talent
- Plate presentation
- Customer service
- Guest interaction
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Cook
Legacy Senior leaving
2025.02 - Current
Cook Shift Leader
Premier healthcare and Rebel Center
2025.01 - Current
Packer Operator
Polywest
2021.10 - 2025.01
Prepared Foods Team Member
ISG
2021.02 - 2022.10
Mechanic /Welder
Campout
2020.03 - 2021.04
Cook
White Castle
2020.01 - 2022.02
Cook
Arizona Charlie's Hotel & Casino
2019.01 - 2021.12
Cook's Assistant
El Sombrero Restaurant
2018.07 - 2019.01
Cooking Assistant
Bills Pizza
2017.01 - 2018.01
Meat Clerk
Stater Bros
2011.01 - 2017.01
Meat Clerk
Vons Grocery Store
2005.01 - 2011.01
Palm Springs High School