Emma Nevarez
San Jacinto
Summary
Outgoing and personable professional with several years of experience in food service establishments driven by customer satisfaction. Dependable and flexible individual employs strong problem-solving and time management skills. Integrates personal connection to customers with discipline and expertise in food preparation and service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Caterer
Semi Homemade Momma
San Jacinto
01.2021 - Current
- Kept track of all costs associated with each event in order to stay within budget parameters.
- Adhered strictly to health regulations when storing, handling, cooking, and serving foods at catered functions.
- Created attractive displays for buffets using a variety of garnishes and decorations.
- Inspected food quality and presentation prior to delivery or service at catered events.
- Calculated accurate portion sizes when preparing meals for large groups.
- Organized and coordinated catering events with clients to ensure their needs were met.
- Ensured proper storage of food items prior to catering events.
- Monitored food preparation times in order to deliver hot meals on time.
- Developed menus and recipes according to client requests.
- Prepared food items for catering events including salads, sandwiches, appetizers, entrees, and desserts.
- Accurately estimated amount of food to prepare for events.
- Verified safe and appropriate food temperatures and sanitary conditions of banquet and foodservice areas.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
Food Stylist
Self Employed
San Jacinto
01.2020 - Current
- Developed creative food styling concepts for photoshoots.
- Organized and prepped ingredients for each recipe.
- Edited images using Photoshop tools to achieve desired look and feel.
- Consulted with clients regarding ideas for presentation styles based on their goals and preferences.
- Created visually appealing presentations of food dishes that met client expectations.
- Researched current trends in the industry to ensure cutting edge results were achieved.
- Researched market to determine appropriate prices for designs and products.
- Maintained a clean work environment that adhered to safety standards at all times.
- Assisted in developing recipes to meet specific needs of clients.
Education
Noli Indian School
San Jacinto, CaliforniaSome College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CASome College (No Degree) - Communications
California Baptist University
Riverside, CASkills
- Event coordination
- Menu development
- Food presentation
- Health compliance
- Client relationship management
- Time management
- Trend research
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Creative thinking
- Personable and friendly
- Presentation skills
- Food preparation
- Quality control
- Table setting
- Menu planning
- Food safety
- Problem-solving skills
- Time management abilities
Timeline
Caterer
Semi Homemade Momma
01.2021 - Current
Food Stylist
Self Employed
01.2020 - Current
Noli Indian School
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Azusa Pacific University
Some College (No Degree) - Communications
California Baptist University