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Ana M. Martinez-Herrera

Wauchula,FL

Summary

Forward-thinking professional offering more than 5 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven management skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Main Cook

Rositas Taqueria
Wauchula, FL
05.2017 - 10.2022
  • Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Developed recipes, portion specifications, and standard preparation procedures for all dishes.
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.

Manager

Wendys Restaurant
Princeton , IN
01.2020 - 12.2020
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Kept detailed records of daily progress to identify and correct areas needing improvement.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Supervised labor costs and departmental expenses to remain in line with budget.
  • Had competed with other franchise stores by who sold the most cookies and increased our sales by 7%

Education

GED -

Florida High School
Bowling Green, FL
10.2022

Skills

  • Cleaning and Sanitation
  • Special Events and Catering
  • Product Availability
  • Regulatory Standards
  • Portion Sizes
  • Staff Recruiting and Hiring
  • Culinary Techniques
  • Safe Food Handling Practices
  • Recipe Development
  • Collaborative Relationships
  • Cost Savings
  • Health Inspections

Certification

  • Certified Professional Food Manager, Prometric - 03/17/20-03/17/25

Languages

English
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Manager

Wendys Restaurant
01.2020 - 12.2020

Main Cook

Rositas Taqueria
05.2017 - 10.2022

GED -

Florida High School

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