Customer-oriented candidate with extensive experience in the food service industry. Skilled in working with a variety of ingredients and cooking methods, as well as working in fast-paced environments. Possesses an in-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation protocols.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
BODHI LEAF COFFEE TRADERS
01.2024 - Current
Execute food preparation tasks according to established recipes and guidelines
Assist in the preparation of dishes according to the menu or manager instructions
Follow proper food handling and safety procedures to ensure a clean and sanitary kitchen environment
Maintain inventory of food supplies and notify the manager when items are running low
Clean and sanitize workstations and equipment after each use
Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely and efficient food preparation
Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations and maintained accurate records for inspections
Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to sanitation guidelines at all times
Prepping / assembly of menu items for nine other Bodhi Leaf Shops
Store Lead
EveryTable
04.2023 - 01.2024
Responsible for all in-store operations in the Area Manager’s absence
Opening and closing store
Pack catering, and subscription orders
Maintain a culture of excellence in hospitality
Respond adeptly to customer requests, comments and concerns
Speaking to guests about the ingredients, nutritional benefits, and highlights
Cashiering
Stock supplies and products
Maintaining store cleanliness and organization
Ensuring the store is operating in accordance with the California Health Department guidelines
Hourly temperature records
Daily/weekly inventory records
Providing feedback and recaps to help management adjust program as needed
Dining Room Host
Chick-fil-A
02.2023 - 03.2023
Providing the best dining service for customers
Attending to anything guest may need (ex. refills, clearing table, extra condiments.)
Keeping area clean, sanitizing tables, chair & restrooms
Greeting guest, making them feel welcomed
Going the extra mile for the customer.
Kitchen Manager
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL
05.2018 - 07.2018
Making sure dinning room and kitchen is to par
(Sanitation, temps, and food quality)
Answer phone calls, attend to customer inquiries
Prepping enough food from sale predictions
Making sure recipes are being followed to chipotle standards
Balancing cash drawer end of the night check out
Calculating and balancing critical items
Executing Catering orders to our best standards.
Shift Manager
COUSINS MAINE LOBSTER
07.2014 - 04.2018
Assist in preparing food for daily business needs set forth by location history and experience
Execute service, greet customers, take orders, prep/cook to order
Establish proper flow of line to assist proper ticket times
Manage food preparation to minimize waste and maintain fresh foods at all times
Oversee a crew of 3 to 6 people at a time
Training franchisees in food preparation, inventory and driving food truck to meet corporate
expectations