Open To Work
Adriana Rodriguez
Naples,FL
Work Preference
Summary
Line Cook with 15 years of experience in high-pressure culinary environments. Skilled in preparing large volumes of food quickly and efficiently. Seeking to use culinary skills and expertise to prepare a special variety of dishes in a professional, rewarding environment. Quality-focused and efficient Cook adept at preparing and plating food in high energy, fast-paced kitchens.
Overview
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1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
DELI MANAGER / ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER
FOOD AND TOUGHT 2
Naples, FL
01.2022 - 10.2025
- Supervised deli operations, ensuring compliance with food safety standards and company policies.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock rotation to minimize waste and enhance freshness.
- Trained and mentored staff on customer service best practices and product knowledge.
- Developed weekly schedules, balancing labor costs while maintaining optimal coverage during peak hours.
- Conducted regular quality inspections of products, ensuring adherence to quality standards and customer expectations.
- Maintained an organized workspace, facilitating efficient workflow and reduced preparation time.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring product freshness and implementing proper rotation practices.
- Addressed customer concerns promptly and professionally, resolving issues to their satisfaction.
- Worked closely with other department managers to improve cross-functional collaboration within the store.
DELI ASSOCIATE
OAKS FARM
Naples, FL
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Prepared high-quality deli products adhering to food safety standards.
- Operated slicers and scales for efficient product preparation and portion control.
- Assisted customers with product selection, providing knowledgeable recommendations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of deli counter and equipment.
- Implemented promotional displays to enhance product visibility and increase sales.
- Carefully prepared orders by slicing, weighing, and packaging cheeses and meats and accurately calculated prices.
- Prepared high-quality sandwiches, salads, and other deli products for customers, resulting in repeat business.
- Ensured timely replenishment of supplies during peak hours, minimizing potential disruptions to customer service levels.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
LINE COOK/KITCHEN MANAGER
JIMMY P’S ENTERPRISES /BURGERS AND MORE
02.2018 - 06.2021
LINE COOK
BEAR'S PAW C.C. INC
Naples, FL
08.2007 - 12.2015
- Consistently kept a clean and safe environment by adhering to all federal, state and local sanitation and safety requirements. Ensured smooth kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory, purchasing and receiving. Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of all food products. Prepared healthy, enjoyable breakfasts, brunches, lunch and dinners for our members. Expert in final plate preparation with authentic presentation/expediter. Constantly verified that kitchen staff followed all recipes and portioned serving guidelines correctly. Able to handle Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch and Dinner Menus and able to work in any of our kitchen positions Cold side/ Pantry, Saute, Back (oven/fryers) and Pasta Station. Some experience at the Broiler. Also able to handle Office and process paper work to generate monthly reports of purchases, food cost recepies Physical, Theorical and Final Inventory etc.
LINE COOK
FIRST WATCH
Bonita Springs, FL
12.2006 - 04.2008
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of all food products. Consistently kept a clean and safe environment by adhering to all federal, state and local sanitation and safety requirements. Ensured smooth kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory, purchasing and receiving. Able to work and handle every single station from cold, outside eggs, inside eggs, flat tab pancakes/sandwiches, plater to helm.
LINE COOK
IHOP
Bonita Springs, FL
01.2006 - 06.2007
- Able to Handle all Breakfast menu Eggs, Omelets, Pancakes, Waffles, Sandwiches etc.
PREP COOK
APPLEBEE'S
Bonita Springs, FL
02.2005 - 01.2006
- Salads and Desserts preparation Pantry /Cold Station
Education
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION HOSPITALITY TOURISM - Tourism And Hospitality Management
INSTITUTO POLITECNICO NACIONAL
Ciudad de México, D. F., MEXICO CITY01.2000
Skills
Computer knowledge (Word, Excel, Power point, Chef tec, Toast, CRCS)
Customer service
Money handling
Team leadership
Decision-making
Problem-solving
Staff training and development
Staff supervision
Employee scheduling
Adaptability and flexibility
Workplace safety compliance
Certification
ServSafe Certification 2018 - 2023
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
DELI MANAGER / ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER
FOOD AND TOUGHT 2
01.2022 - 10.2025
DELI ASSOCIATE
OAKS FARM
06.2021 - 01.2022
LINE COOK/KITCHEN MANAGER
JIMMY P’S ENTERPRISES /BURGERS AND MORE
02.2018 - 06.2021
LINE COOK
BEAR'S PAW C.C. INC
08.2007 - 12.2015
LINE COOK
FIRST WATCH
12.2006 - 04.2008
LINE COOK
IHOP
01.2006 - 06.2007
PREP COOK
APPLEBEE'S
02.2005 - 01.2006
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION HOSPITALITY TOURISM - Tourism And Hospitality Management
INSTITUTO POLITECNICO NACIONAL