Proven leader at DO&CO New York Catering, adept in staff training and fostering strong relationships, ensuring operational excellence and compliance with health standards. Excelled in streamlining processes and mentoring teams, significantly enhancing efficiency and service quality. Demonstrates exceptional time management and attention to detail, driving task completion and team performance.
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Alex Leyba
Jackson Heights,NY
Summary
Overview
17
years of professional experience
Work History
DO&CO New York Catering
Duty Manager
07.2018 - 01.2025
Job overview
- Assisted with staff scheduling for optimal coverage, ensuring efficient operations with preparation and delivery of food and supplies to airlines.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with airline staff to increase trust and satisfaction with services provided by DO&CO.
- Trained new employees in essential job functions such as preparing meals, packing and delivery.
- Mentored and supported staff members to apply best practices and follow procedures related to handling of food including preparation, packing and temperature control following FDA standards.
- Applied problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Maintained positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Assisted with the training of new staff in equipment maintenance.
- Supervised and coordinated team to provide guidance, support and maximize performance.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, local regulations, and industry standards related to catering operations.
DO&CO New York Catering
Flight Coordinator
04.2012 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Streamlined communication between airline crew, cabin and DO&CO staff for seamless overall operation coordination.
- Accompanied aircraft as member of flight crew in order to monitor and handle cargo in flight.
- Maintained detailed records of all flights coordinated, enabling accurate tracking of meals and other supplies delivered to the planes.
- Established strong working relationships with key stakeholders such as airport authorities and airline staff.
- Mentored DO&CO delivery staff by sharing best practices and providing constructive feedback on their performance.
- Supported operations by managing professional communications, tracking data and managing records.
- Assisted with the training and development of new hires and regular employees to drive efficient performance by teaching and emphasizing key skills, procedures and performance optimization strategies from day one.
DO & CO New York Catering
Food Preparation Worker
02.2008 - 03.2012
Job overview
- Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
- Sanitized work surfaces between food preparation, avoiding cross-contamination and maintaining food safety guidelines.
- Demonstrated punctuality and reliability in consistently arriving for scheduled shifts to meet service demands.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Packaged and stored food products following proper handling and preservation methods.
- Prepared ingredients according to precise specifications, resulting in consistent meal quality across all menu items.
- Supported kitchen team by being responsive and pitching in to complete tasks.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Monitored and maintained required food temperatures for safety.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff, fostering team-oriented environment.
- Supported team morale and productivity with timely completion of prep tasks.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety standards by rigorously following sanitation procedures.
Education
Mary Lithgow SchoolDominican Republic
High School Diploma
07-1983
University Overview
Skills
- Staff training, development and supervision
- Good time management
- Attention to detail
- Professionalism and integrity
- Relationship building
- Ability to work under pressure
- Task Oriented
- Policy enforcement
- Health and safety compliance
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Duty Manager
DO&CO New York Catering
07.2018 - 01.2025
Flight Coordinator
DO&CO New York Catering
04.2012 - 06.2018
Food Preparation Worker
DO & CO New York Catering
02.2008 - 03.2012
Mary Lithgow School
High School Diploma
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