Andrew Ponce
Lexington
Summary
Talented kitchen leader offering over 7 years of experience in preparing and serving diverse foods. Motivates employees to exceed customer expectations in high-volume settings while maintaining strong quality and cost controls. Service-oriented with good multitasking, safety management and decision-making skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Sayer Christian Village
09.2025 - Current
- Managed daily kitchen operations to uphold health and safety regulations.
- Trained and mentored staff on food preparation techniques and customer service best practices.
- Coordinated inventory management, including ordering supplies and minimizing waste.
Cook
Aramark
10.2023 - 09.2025
- Managed kitchen operations for the Lexus Lounge during two baseball seasons and the 2024 NCAA Baseball Super Regional at the University of Kentucky
- Utilized various cooking techniques including baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming to prepare meats, vegetables, and other foods.
- Ensured compliance with food safety standards and maintained a clean and organized work environment.
- Operated commercial kitchen equipment including ovens, stoves, mixers, and slicers with a focus on safety and operational efficiency.
- Prepared a wide variety of food items in accordance with production guidelines and standardized recipes, tailored to client specifications and business needs.
Line cook/cashier
Cookout
03.2018 - 08.2022
- Ensured all food met company quality and safety standards in high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Delivered outstanding customer service by addressing customer needs and resolving any concerns promptly.
- Addressed customer needs and resolved concerns promptly to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Processed payments and managed cash balances accurately during cash register operations.
Education
Associate of Culinary -
Sullivan University
Lexington, KY12-2022
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
Lexington, KY05-2020
Skills
- Multitasking, Food Safety, Knife techniques, Presentation Techniques, Grilling, Frying techniques
- Food preparation
- Food safety standards
- BOH operations
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Multitasking and organization
- Staff scheduling
Languages
English (fluent)
Spanish (fluent)
Certification
Food Handlers Certificate
Timeline
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Sayer Christian Village
09.2025 - Current
Cook
Aramark
10.2023 - 09.2025
Line cook/cashier
Cookout
03.2018 - 08.2022
Associate of Culinary -
Sullivan University
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School