Renee Sandoval
Hemet
Summary
Proficient culinary management professional with a strong foundation in training kitchen staff and maintaining food safety standards. Experienced in efficiently managing inventory and collaborating with team members to enhance customer satisfaction. Dedicated to delivering high-quality dining experiences through effective leadership and operational efficiency.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Supervisor
KPC Healthcare
Hemet
11.2022 - 03.2026
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to maintain stock levels.
- Developed and implemented food safety protocols for kitchen operations.
- Trained new cooks on kitchen techniques and safety standards.
- Coordinated daily menus with dietary needs and preferences in mind.
- Inspected food quality and presentation before serving to patients.
- Collaborated with nutritionists to create balanced meal plans for patients.
- Assisted in budget management for food purchasing and kitchen supplies.
- Ensured that all food products were stored correctly at appropriate temperatures according to health department standards.
- Trained new cooks on proper preparation techniques, recipes, and presentation of dishes.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and effectively.
- Monitored food quality control and safety standards to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Implemented systems designed to improve efficiency within the kitchen environment.
- Conducted regular meetings with kitchen staff to discuss menu changes, customer feedback and operational issues.
- Supervised and managed the kitchen staff in preparing, cooking, and presenting food.
- Collaborated with chefs and other team members on ideas for special events or promotions related to the restaurant's offerings.
- Monitored waste levels throughout shift hours to reduce spoilage costs.
- Assisted in developing training materials for new staff members on safety practices, sanitation protocols and other policies.
- Coordinated the ordering of ingredients, supplies and equipment needed for daily operations.
- Provided guidance to employees regarding job duties and performance expectations.
- Developed menus in accordance with budget guidelines while ensuring high-quality dining experience for customers.
- Performed regular inspections of kitchen equipment to ensure it is properly maintained.
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff based on business needs while maintaining labor cost controls.
- Researched innovative recipes that could be added to the menu while staying within budgetary constraints.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders for necessary supplies as needed.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
- Established and maintained regular maintenance schedule, keeping kitchen tools and equipment in operable condition.
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
- Assisted with interviewing, hiring and training kitchen personnel.
- Liaised closely with kitchen and front-of-house personnel.
- Maximized customer satisfaction and team operations by executing command-based structure and staff performance oversight.
- Created diverse cuisines for full restaurant, special event, catering and tasting menus.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Trained front-of-house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to promote positive experiences.
Cook
Sodexo Food Service
Hemet
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Prepared and cooked meals following standardized recipes and safety guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Implemented efficient cooking methods to streamline meal preparation processes.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
SHIFT LEADER
Pizza Hut
Hemet
09.1999 - 07.2021
- Dishwasher
- Lead cook
- Shift leader
- Change overs
- Phone orders
- Cash register
- Waiting tables
- Cleaning
CASHIER
Shell
Hemet
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Cash register
- Stocking
- Cleaning
- Customer service
STICKER MAKER
Own The Avenue
Hemet
06.2020 - 02.2021
- Printing decals
- Picking decals
- Masking decals
- Cutting decals
- Packaging
- Filling orders
CAREGIVER
Robin Gonzalez
Hemet
08.2012 - 01.2017
- Cooking
- Cleaning
- Giving medication
- Changing diapers
- Monitoring vital signs
- Bathing
- Dressing
STICKER MAKER
Own The Avenue
Hemet
02.2014 - 09.2014
- Printing decals
- Picking decals
- Masking decals
- Cutting decals
- Packaging
- Filling orders
- Printing order slip's
STUDENT WORKER
Everest college
San Bernardino
12.2008 - 06.2009
- Filing
- Answering phones
- Cleaning the office
- Making copies
APARTMENT MANAGER
H&J Rentals
Hemet
11.2006 - 04.2009
- Fax
- Copies
- Showing apartments
- Receiving rent money
- Cleaning vacant units
- Maintaining grounds
SANDWICH ARTIST
Subway
Hemet
12.2004 - 11.2005
- Change overs
- Cleaning ice machine
- Prepping vegetables
- Making bread and cookies
- Organized walk in fridge and freezer
- Pulling food from walk in
- Making sandwiches
- Cash register
OPENING COOK
Pizza Hut
Hemet
02.2002 - 07.2002
- Receiving trucks orders
- Making dough
- Dishes
- Cooking
- Boxing pizza
- Cleaning
- Stocking work station
Education
GED -
Hemet Adult Education
Hemet, California03-2012
Skills
- People skills
- Organization skills
- Leadership skills
- Quick learner
- Typing
- Customer service excellence
- Restock products
- Employee training
- Food safety protocols
- Inventory management
- Menu development
- Quality control
- Customer satisfaction
- Staff training
- Recipe standardization
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Food presentation
- Attention to detail
- Culinary creativity
- Special diets
- Food safety regulations
- Kitchen safety
- Sanitation protocols
- Team supervision
- Vendor relations
- Kitchen management
Timeline
Cook Supervisor
KPC Healthcare
11.2022 - 03.2026
Cook
Sodexo Food Service
08.2021 - 11.2022
CASHIER
Shell
03.2021 - 04.2021
STICKER MAKER
Own The Avenue
06.2020 - 02.2021
STICKER MAKER
Own The Avenue
02.2014 - 09.2014
CAREGIVER
Robin Gonzalez
08.2012 - 01.2017
STUDENT WORKER
Everest college
12.2008 - 06.2009
APARTMENT MANAGER
H&J Rentals
11.2006 - 04.2009
SANDWICH ARTIST
Subway
12.2004 - 11.2005
OPENING COOK
Pizza Hut
02.2002 - 07.2002
SHIFT LEADER
Pizza Hut
09.1999 - 07.2021
GED -
Hemet Adult Education