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Anissa M Aguilar

Santo Domingo Pueblo,NM

Summary

Seasoned Banquet Cook with a proven track record at Sandia Resort & Casino, excelling in kitchen staff management and critical thinking. Mastered high-volume, fast-paced environments, significantly improving team performance and meal quality. Adept at inventory management and multi-tasking, ensuring top-notch dining experiences and efficient kitchen operations. Organized and skilled Banquet Cook competent at handling food preparation for corporate, charitable, and private events. Highly trained in different stations and courses with good knowledge of food handling and preparation techniques. Skilled Banquet Cook with experience in managing kitchen operations, preparing enticing meals for large events and ensuring food safety standards. Strengths include ability to work under pressure, creativity in menu planning, and strong leadership skills. Proven track record of improving kitchen efficiency and maintaining high quality of food preparation and presentation

Proven track record of building strong patient relationships in order to provide excellent care and patient education.

10+year kitchen experience, food preparation, and menu development

Skilled in leading teams

Maintaining kitchen efficiency and ensuring high food quality and safety standards

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Banquet Cook

Sandia Resort & Casino
Albuquerque, NM
11.2022 - Current
  • Monitored quality control standards for all prepared foods throughout service periods.
  • Inspected supplies received from vendors prior to storage or use in order to verify quality assurance standards.
  • Stocked supplies to maintain sufficient levels of food products and placed orders for low running inventory.
  • Kept kitchen work stations, utensils and equipment clean and sanitized between banquet rushes.
  • Supervised other cooks in the kitchen during banquets or events when needed.
  • Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
  • Organized prep list and coordinated efficient work to be ready for fast-paced banquet cooking operations.
  • Prepared banquet meals according to standard recipes and customer preferences.
  • Requested supplies and equipment orders, explaining needs to managers.
  • Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
  • Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
  • Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
  • Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.

Lead Medication Aide

Woodmark at Uptown
Albuquerque, NM
03.2016 - 11.2022
  • Assisted nursing staff with medication administration and documentation.
  • Prepared and administered oral, topical, and injectable medications as directed by healthcare providers.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Evaluated changes in condition or behavior that may indicate adverse reaction to medication.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Obtained, recorded and reported patient vital signs for medication administration.
  • Administered prescribed medications to patients and maintained related medical records under supervision.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Maintained effective communication with physicians, pharmacists, family members and other healthcare providers involved in patient care.
  • Liaised with nursing staff to prepare and administer prescribed medications to patients.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding medication storage and administration processes.
  • Conducted regular audits of medication administration records for compliance with regulations.
  • Reduced errors by hand-counting controlled medications, accurately measuring liquids and reconstituting antibiotics.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
  • Monitored residents for adverse reactions to medications or treatments provided.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Supervised the work of other aides to ensure quality assurance in delivery of services.

Lead Cook

Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel
Bernalillo, NM
04.2011 - 09.2015
  • Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and kitchen procedures.
  • Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies of customers.
  • Developed menus for special events and catering services according to customer specifications.
  • Implemented food quality specifications through menu planning, plate presentation, and quality checks.
  • Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
  • Assessed performance levels of subordinate cooks through regular reviews and feedback sessions.
  • Assessed staff performance and provided constructive feedback and training.
  • Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
  • Scheduled kitchen staff shifts and managed workload distribution.
  • Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
  • Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
  • Led team in high-pressure environments, ensuring timely delivery of orders.
  • Developed and executed menu items, maintaining consistency with restaurant's culinary standards.
  • Served as lead cook, guiding and assisting training of less experienced cooks.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bernalillo High School
Bernalillo, NM
01-2011

Skills

  • Kitchen Staff Management
  • Observing Responses
  • Inventory Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Multi-tasking and Time Management
  • Adept at adapting to new culinary trends and delivering exceptional dining experiences
  • Skilled in precise knife work, efficient food preparation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace
  • High-volume face paced work ethic

Timeline

Banquet Cook

Sandia Resort & Casino
11.2022 - Current

Lead Medication Aide

Woodmark at Uptown
03.2016 - 11.2022

Lead Cook

Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel
04.2011 - 09.2015

High School Diploma -

Bernalillo High School

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