Aida Cotto
Tampa,FL
Summary
Cook and supervisor with expertise in food safety and inventory management. Proven ability to maintain high operational standards while training staff to improve kitchen efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration and adherence to health regulations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Heathcare Services
Tampa, FL
08.2025 - Current
- Prepared meals according to standardized recipes and safety guidelines.
- Trained new staff on cooking techniques and kitchen procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient kitchen workflow.
- Assisted in menu planning and ingredient sourcing for daily operations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and work areas.
- Monitored food storage practices to comply with health regulations.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss menu changes and operational needs.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Food Service Supervisor
Ani Mami Ice
Tampa, Florida
06.2021 - 10.2024
- Supervised daily operations of food service team at Ani Mami Ice.
- Supervised and coordinated activities of food service personnel to ensure efficient operation of the restaurant.
- Trained staff on food safety and customer service protocols.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in all areas of the kitchen.
- Ensured compliance with applicable local laws regarding alcohol sales, sanitation, hygiene.
- Managed inventory levels and ensured timely restocking of supplies.
- Maintained inventory of supplies, equipment, and food items needed for daily operations.
Skills
- Food safety
- Compliance adherence
- Menu planning
- Inventory management
- Recordkeeping
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Calm under pressure
- Flexible and adaptable
Certification
- Food Health
Timeline
Cook
Heathcare Services
08.2025 - Current
Food Service Supervisor
Ani Mami Ice
06.2021 - 10.2024