Anthony Ponzio
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Driven leader with strong problem-solving and customer service skills. Dedicated to providing highest level of service to customers and creating pleasant work environment for staff. Knowledgeable in food safety and sanitation protocols.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Morning Squeeze
Scottsdale, AZ
04.2021 - Current
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
Lead Saute/Pizza Cook
Oregano's Pizza
Scottsdale, AZ
03.2018 - 04.2021
- Reduced food waste by efficiently managing ingredients inventory and rotating stock as needed.
- Cooked assembled pizzas in oven, removed when done, cut and boxed completed orders.
- Followed strict food safety guidelines to maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen, reducing the risk of health code violations.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
Lead Material Handler
Tech Group/West Pharmaceuticals
Tempe, AZ
01.2016 - 02.2019
- Reference: Steven Baxter (480)-263-1800
Home/Produce Department Sales Associate
Fry’s Marketplace
10.2014 - 11.2015
- Reference: (480)-706-7340
Host/Server/Trainer
My Big Fat Greek Restaurant
08.2013 - 09.2015
- Reference: Juile Chang (480)-405-7877
Event Staff
Town of Gilbert
11.2012 - 08.2014
- Reference: Mike Leppart (480)-503-6893
- Set up event facilities and equipment, cleaned areas, and organized supplies.
- Handled crowd control professionally, maintaining a safe environment for all event attendees and staff members.
Education
High School -
Mountain Pointe High School
01.2013
Skills
- CPR Certified
- Intuitive
- Responsible
- Good Management skills
- Time management and organization skills
- Strong math and analytical skills
- Multitasking and Organization
- Customer Service
- Inventory Management
- Food Safety - ServSafe Certified Since 2022
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Morning Squeeze
04.2021 - Current
Lead Saute/Pizza Cook
Oregano's Pizza
03.2018 - 04.2021
Lead Material Handler
Tech Group/West Pharmaceuticals
01.2016 - 02.2019
Home/Produce Department Sales Associate
Fry’s Marketplace
10.2014 - 11.2015
Host/Server/Trainer
My Big Fat Greek Restaurant
08.2013 - 09.2015
Event Staff
Town of Gilbert
11.2012 - 08.2014
High School -
Mountain Pointe High School