Ana Lizeth Lopez
Canmore,AB
Summary
High-energy culinary professional bringing exceptional leadership and planning abilities. Dedicated to improving team performance and meeting high standards for taste and presentation. Results-oriented and hardworking with excellent multitasking skills and focused mentality.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Supervisor
Patrinos Restaurant and Pub
Canmore, AB
05.2022 - Current
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
- Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift to check temperature levels and verify proper functionality.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
District Manager
El Globo
Queretaro, Mexico
07.2015 - 09.2022
- Regularly communicated updates regarding changes in corporate policies or procedures down through store level employees.
- Developed and implemented district-wide sales strategies to increase revenue and market share.
- Conducted regular store visits to ensure compliance with company policies, standards, and regulations.
- Provided ongoing coaching and training for store managers on how to maximize productivity and profits.
- Managed all personnel matters within the district including recruitment, hiring, performance reviews, disciplinary actions.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly and effectively while maintaining a high level of customer service satisfaction.
- Analyzed financial data for each store in the district to identify areas of improvement or growth potentials.
Caterer
Un Chef en su Casa
Queretaro, Mexico
10.2009 - 06.2015
- Organized and coordinated catering events with clients to ensure their needs were met.
- Developed menus and recipes according to client requests.
- Provided direction to staff during setup and service of catered events.
- Ensured proper storage of food items prior to catering events.
- Managed inventory of catering equipment including chafing dishes, serving utensils, linens.
- Kept track of all costs associated with each event in order to stay within budget parameters.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area before, during and after catered events.
- Inspected food quality and presentation prior to delivery or service at catered events.
- Calculated accurate portion sizes when preparing meals for large groups.
- Assisted clients in selecting appropriate wines or beverages for their menu selections.
- Conducted taste tests with customers in order to customize menus according to individual preferences.
- Created attractive displays for buffets using a variety of garnishes and decorations.
- Coordinated food service stations and venue accommodations, including setup and tear-down of furniture and equipment per customer guidelines.
- Discussed menu options, venue locations and event budget with clients to provide accurate service, food and beverage quotes.
- Ordered necessary supplies from vendors for catered events.
Kitchen Line Cook
kodiak Camp
Toronto, ON
03.2009 - 09.2009
- Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food.
- Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.
- Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion.
- Adhere to all safety and sanitation regulations within the kitchen area.
- Clean up station and take care of leftover food items according to health code regulations.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Caterer
Un chef en su Casa
Queretaro , Mexico
10.2007 - 02.2009
- Organized and coordinated catering events with clients to ensure their needs were met.
- Provided direction to staff during setup and service of catered events.
- Developed menus and recipes according to client requests.
- Ensured proper storage of food items prior to catering events.
- Kept track of all costs associated with each event in order to stay within budget parameters.
- Inspected food quality and presentation prior to delivery or service at catered events.
- Monitored food preparation times in order to deliver hot meals on time.
- Created attractive displays for buffets using a variety of garnishes and decorations.
- Coordinated food service stations and venue accommodations, including setup and tear-down of furniture and equipment per customer guidelines.
Sous Chef
Hotel Mision San Gil
Queretaro , Mexico
01.2005 - 08.2007
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Contributed to the successful execution of catered events from start to finish.
- Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Gatronomy - Gastronomy
IGES
Queretaro, Mexico07-2005
Skills
- Inventory controls
- Food safety understanding
- Team Management
- Inventory Control
Certification
- Costs Planning and productive Process Control Seminar
- Blown Sugar Seminar
- Enology Seminar
- Leadership Seminar
- Mexican Bakery Seminar
- European Bakery Seminar
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
Kitchen Supervisor
Patrinos Restaurant and Pub
05.2022 - Current
District Manager
El Globo
07.2015 - 09.2022
Caterer
Un Chef en su Casa
10.2009 - 06.2015
Kitchen Line Cook
kodiak Camp
03.2009 - 09.2009
Caterer
Un chef en su Casa
10.2007 - 02.2009
Sous Chef
Hotel Mision San Gil
01.2005 - 08.2007
Bachelor's Degree in Gatronomy - Gastronomy
IGES
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