Jorge Octaviano-Hernandez
Raleigh
Summary
trained professional with a background preparing sushi, sashimi, and rolls for hungry clientele. Offering several years of experience. promoting exemplary food preparation and fish filleting skills. Also includes experience in the kitchen.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sushi Chef
Waraji Japanese Restaurant
Raleigh
02.2022 - Current
- Prepared sushi rolls using high-quality ingredients and traditional techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of sushi station and kitchen area.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Monitored food safety standards and adhered to health regulations diligently.
- Engaged with customers to provide recommendations and enhance dining satisfaction.
- Efficiently handled multiple orders simultaneously during peak hours.
- Prepared sushi rolls with fresh ingredients and traditional recipes.
- Communicated effectively with coworkers regarding customer orders.
- Cleaned, cut, and prepared fish for sushi dishes.
- Stored raw ingredients correctly according to established protocols.
- Applied sauces, garnishes, condiments, and seasonings accurately.
- Organized the kitchen in a clean and sanitary manner to meet health standards.
- Assisted in opening and closing duties such as cleaning, restocking.
- Prepared finfish, shellfish and fresh produce items to use in sushi.
Sushi Chef
M sushi
Durham
10.2017 - 12.2022
- Prepared sushi rolls using high-quality ingredients and traditional techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of sushi station and kitchen area.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Monitored food safety standards and adhered to health regulations diligently.
- Assisted in training new staff on sushi preparation and kitchen procedures.
- Engaged with customers to provide recommendations and enhance dining satisfaction.
- Efficiently handled multiple orders simultaneously during peak hours.
- Prepared sushi rolls with fresh ingredients and traditional recipes.
- Communicated effectively with coworkers regarding customer orders.
- Cleaned, cut, and prepared fish for sushi dishes.
- Stored raw ingredients correctly according to established protocols.
- Organized the kitchen in a clean and sanitary manner to meet health standards.
- Applied sauces, garnishes, condiments, and seasonings accurately.
- Conversed with patrons and explained different sushi menu items and what ingredients were used in preparation.
- Assisted in opening and closing duties such as cleaning, restocking.
- Monitored food supplies and ordered additional supplies as needed.
- Prepared finfish, shellfish and fresh produce items to use in sushi.
- Measured and assembled ingredients required for preparing standard recipes.
Teppanyaki Chef
Kanki japanese restaurant
Raleigh
08.2012 - 11.2018
- Prepared and cooked diverse teppanyaki dishes for guests at Kanki Japanese restaurant.
- Demonstrated expert knife skills while preparing fresh ingredients for cooking.
- Engaged with customers through interactive cooking performances at the grill station.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and kitchen equipment.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation and delivery.
- Followed food safety protocols to ensure quality and hygiene in food handling.
- Trained new chefs on teppanyaki techniques and restaurant procedures.
- Communicated effectively with guests regarding their orders and dietary restrictions.
- Maintained a sanitary and safe work environment by adhering to all safety standards.
- Grilled meats, fish, seafood and other items in accordance with customer orders and restaurant recipes.
- Appropriately utilized knives and other sharp instruments to prepare and cut meat and fish for dish creation.
Education
Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School
Raleigh, NCSkills
- Sushi preparation
- Food safety compliance
- Knife skills
- Ingredient sourcing
- Customer engagement
- Team collaboration
- Recipe execution
- Sauce making
- Sushi dish creation
- Sushi rice preparation
- Fish preparation
- Sanitation
- Nigiri making
- Rice seasoning
- Rice preparation
- Food safety
- Ingredient pairing
- Guest interaction
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Servsafe certificate
Timeline
Sushi Chef
Waraji Japanese Restaurant
02.2022 - Current
Sushi Chef
M sushi
10.2017 - 12.2022
Teppanyaki Chef
Kanki japanese restaurant
08.2012 - 11.2018
Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School