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Adriana Miranda

Hawthorne,CA

Summary

Proven leader in food service operations, notably at Sunnie Inc, where I enhanced operational efficiency and team development. Mastered sanitation standards and food safety compliance, significantly improving process efficiencies and reducing production time by 2 hours at Paleta. Skilled in nutrition knowledge and allergen awareness, consistently achieving high-quality food presentation and customer satisfaction.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Food Operations Manager

Sunnie Inc
08.2021 - 06.2024
  • Promoted company in local community through word-of-mouth, social media and special events.
  • Established measurable performance objectives for staff members, providing regular feedback and coaching to drive continuous improvement.
  • Conducted thorough quality assurance reviews of food preparation processes, maintaining the highest level of product excellence at all times.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency, developing and implementing process improvements.
  • Optimized supply chain logistics, implementing centralized purchasing and distribution strategies to realize cost savings and improve overall operational efficiency.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance and repairs, ensuring optimal function of all equipment and adherence to health code regulations.
  • Integrated personnel to maximize efficiency and maintain low employee turnover rate.
  • Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes.
  • Reviewed and approved employee schedules and timesheets.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Trained new hires on company policies and procedures, resulting in faster integration into the team and improved productivity.
  • Managed incoming shipments from vendors by scheduling appropriate receiving times and organizing labor resources efficiently.
  • Handled production packing and shipping orders.

Food and Nutrition Supervisor

Compass Group USA/ Providence St. Johns
09.2020 - 08.2021
  • Developed nutritious meal plans for diverse clientele, adhering to dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to workplace safety guidelines.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure continued satisfaction.
  • Led a team of kitchen staff to achieve efficient workflow and maintain high standards of cleanliness.
  • Maintained food at proper operating temperatures, trained team in food safety and documented required temperatures.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations governing food service establishments within the facility's jurisdiction.
  • Supervised daily food preparation activities, ensuring consistency in presentation and portion sizes across all dishes served.
  • Coordinated catering services for special events held at the facility or offsite locations as needed.
  • Assisted on tray line and prepared trays according to prescribed diets and patron requests.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring timely meal preparation and delivery.
  • Increased overall efficiency through effective scheduling and allocation of tasks among kitchen staff members.
  • Monitored calorie count for individual patients in accordance with specific nutritional needs as specified by physicians.
  • Trained retail staff on best practices for visual merchandising, enhancing overall store appearance.
  • Maximized product exposure by strategically organizing displays, ensuring optimal placement within retail locations.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized retail environment for optimal shopping experience.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.

Food Production Supervisor

Air Fayre
06.2019 - 09.2020
  • Developed a highly motivated team through effective communication, performance evaluations, and recognition programs.
  • Assure accuracy of flights packed per specifications of ailine customers.
  • Provided employees with daily flights counts per airline and carriers.
  • Monitor Temperature control per HACCP regulations.
  • Oversee special Meal accuracy ie; vgml,gfml,Avml.
  • Ensured safety compliance by regularly reviewing procedures, conducting audits, and addressing potential hazards promptly.
  • Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.

Food Production Supervisor

Chef'd Inc.
09.2017 - 04.2018
  • Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
  • Reviewed daily production reports closely to identify areas of improvement or potential risks that could impact timely product delivery.
  • Streamlined workflow processes to reduce bottlenecks and improve overall efficiency within the facility.
  • Optimized labor utilization by evaluating staffing needs based on production demands and reallocating resources as needed.
  • Developed a highly motivated team through effective communication, performance evaluations, and recognition programs.
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives that led to increased productivity rates while reducing operational expenses.
  • Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
  • Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in a fast-paced environment.
  • Served consistent portions following recipes and control standards.

Food Production Manager

Paleta
08.2015 - 09.2017

• assuring quality and proper foods to
Satisfy individual preferences and allergies.
• ensuring proper staff training on food allergies, portion control to meet accurate calorie intake for desired meal plans.
• staff scheduling for weekly coverage for client counts and meals prepped
• once I settled into the company and learned their process. I improved there methods by reducing production time by 2
hours. Using 2 Person teams to make meals which worked better for quality and efficiency.

  • Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
  • Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
  • Updated logs and submitted timely reports detailing activities in line with regulatory standards.
  • Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
  • Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
  • Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
  • Improved employee morale by creating a positive workplace culture focused on teamwork and collaboration.

Food Production Supervisor

Gate Gourmet
04.2013 - 05.2015
  • Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
  • Maintained high product quality standards through regular inspections, staff training, and adherence to sanitation guidelines.
  • Reduced food waste by monitoring inventory levels and adjusting production plans accordingly.
  • Ensured safety compliance by regularly reviewing procedures, conducting audits, and addressing potential hazards promptly.
  • Incorporated Lean Manufacturing principles and techniques into daily operations to eliminate waste, improve processes, and maximize efficiency.
  • Trained new hires in food handling and safety protocols to boost knowledge and performance.
  • Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
  • Scheduled and rotated staff for adequate coverage and fair distribution of workload.

Food Production Worker

Gate Gourmet
04.2009 - 04.2013
  • Assembled and packaged food items securely to meet company standards.
  • Operated food production equipment safely and responsibly for quality output.
  • Complied with food storage and handling procedures for safe, hygienic operations.
  • Increased safety standards by following proper sanitation procedures and wearing appropriate protective gear.



* Handling fish, beef, pork, poultry, fruits, vegetables, condiments, and other food products, while ensuring food quality and Food allergies are handled properly.

Education

No Degree - Managment And Supervison

California State University - Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA
08.2018

High School Diploma -

La Serna High School
Whittier, CA
06.2006

Skills

  • Operational Efficiency
  • Sanitation Standards
  • Food presentation
  • Food Safety Compliance
  • Food Service Operations
  • Scheduling Coordination
  • Allergen awareness
  • Nutrition knowledge
  • Recipe Standardization
  • Team Development
  • Problem-Solving
  • Food plating and presentation

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Certification

ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification Examination

7/30/2020- 7/30/2025

Timeline

Food Operations Manager

Sunnie Inc
08.2021 - 06.2024

Food and Nutrition Supervisor

Compass Group USA/ Providence St. Johns
09.2020 - 08.2021

Food Production Supervisor

Air Fayre
06.2019 - 09.2020

Food Production Supervisor

Chef'd Inc.
09.2017 - 04.2018

Food Production Manager

Paleta
08.2015 - 09.2017

Food Production Supervisor

Gate Gourmet
04.2013 - 05.2015

Food Production Worker

Gate Gourmet
04.2009 - 04.2013

No Degree - Managment And Supervison

California State University - Dominguez Hills

High School Diploma -

La Serna High School
Adriana Miranda