Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
The Cheesecake Factory
Linecook
San Juan , Puerto Rico
08.2013 - Current
Trained new staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
Develop and implement kitchen procedures and standards.
Promoted a teamwork atmosphere and fostering open communication between team members.
Maintain high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage, sanitation of food and product to ensure quality.
Develop recipe adherences, team performance improve processes.
The Cheesecake Factory
Kitchen Manager
San Juan
06.2021 - Current
Conducted staff meetings to discuss menu changes, safety protocols and performance reviews.
Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.
Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
Analyzed financial data including sales reports, budgeting information and cost analysis reports to make operational decisions.
Daily validation of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
Evaluated employee performance through observation of work habits, attitude and adherence to company policies.
Supervised food production processes ensuring high quality standards were met throughout each stage of preparation.
Provided feedback during tasting sessions to help refine existing dishes or develop new ones.
Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
Used learning tools and programs to develop and maintain knowledge of food products.
Received, organized and rotated paper goods and food ingredients.
Maintained budgeted food costs using tools within inventory management system.
Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling and restaurant protocols.
Planned kitchen staff schedules to maximize coverage and balanced, aces in place.
Motivated kitchen staff by establishing goals to increase productivity and quality.
Kept kitchen equipment properly functioning by following manufacturer's operating instructions and educating staff on proper use.
Education
High School Diploma -
José . Lázaro
San Juan
05.2012
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Ana G. Méndez
Carolina
05.2018
Skills
Training & Development
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Analytical Thinking
Microsoft Office
Computer Skills
Problem Resolution
Accomplishments
Promoted from Kitchen Manager to Senior Kitchen Manager, in less than 12-months.
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Advanced
C1
Affiliations
1 Certificate Of Life Saver
1 Certificate of Super star Award
3 Times employee of the month
2 Times Award Commitment to Excellence
Master Culinary
DT Award
Travel as DT Designer Trainer.
Travel for NMRO to US 3 times and Support
Timeline
The Cheesecake Factory
Kitchen Manager
06.2021 - Current
The Cheesecake Factory
Linecook
08.2013 - Current
High School Diploma -
José . Lázaro
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Ana G. Méndez
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