Antonio Palma Jimenez
57 Harrison Ave, Sanger,CA
Summary
Proven expertise in food preparation and safety, honed at Dinuba Unified School District, where I excelled in optimizing kitchen operations and training new hires. My strong organizational skills and ability to multitask significantly contributed to enhancing meal service efficiency and maintaining high standards of cleanliness, underscoring a commitment to excellence in student nutrition.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Nutrition Cook
Dinuba Unified School District
05.2014 - Current
- Perform large-quantity cooking in the preparation of foods such as main dishes, vegetables, fruits and salads in a production kitchen environment; assure related activities comply with established safety and sanitation requirements.
- Determine appropriate quantity of food items for cooking; assure compliance with food quality standards including appearance and nutritional requirements; heat and cook food according to standardized recipes to meet scheduled menu requirements and operating time lines.
- Oversee and provide daily direction to other staff and aides; monitors their work for accuracy and conformance to requirements and standards.
- Responsible for maintaining a variety of records related to daily food item distribution, inventory, temperature and assigned activities; process and complete food transport sheets as required; receive and prepare paperwork related to individual sites in order to provide appropriate food or supplies.
- Maintain kitchen facilities and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition; clean serving counters, tables, ovens, food containers and food service equipment; operate dish washers and wash trays, pots, pans, plates, utensils and other serving equipment as assigned.
- Adjust and extend recipes as needed; estimate needed quantities of food and supplies; assemble, mix and prepare a variety of ingredients and supplies; open containers and remove wrappers; assure proper temperature of foods.
- Prepare and count food items and utensils for distribution to school sites according to individual school needs as assigned; pack and prepare individual meals; review and verify quantities of outgoing shipments; load hot and cold transport carts with specified food items and supplies for distribution to school sites.
- Monitor inventory levels of food items, utensils and supplies; order, receive, store and rotate food items and supplies; conduct meal counts and maintain inventories.
- Prepare meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Dietary Aide/Cook
Golden Living Retirement Center
08.2012 - 06.2014
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
- Assisted in the preparation of nutritious meals for patients with various medical conditions and dietary restrictions.
- Ensured food safety compliance through proper storage, handling, and sanitation procedures, minimizing risk of contamination or illness.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality meals tailored to their dietary needs and preferences.
- Maintained accurate records of patient meal orders to ensure appropriate distribution of meals according to individual requirements.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements within the kitchen to increase productivity while maintaining high standards of quality control.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving.
Dietary Aide
NorthPointe Health Care Centre
04.2011 - 08.2012
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
- Assisted in the preparation of nutritious meals for patients with various medical conditions and dietary restrictions.
- Ensured food safety compliance through proper storage, handling, and sanitation procedures, minimizing risk of contamination or illness.
- Maintained accurate records of patient meal orders to ensure appropriate distribution of meals according to individual requirements.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas.
- Monitored food quality and freshness throughout day.
Education
Certificate In Food And Nutrition -
Fresno City College
Fresno, CA08.2013
Associate Degree - General Studies
Reedley College
Reedley, CA12.2010
High School Diploma -
Reedley High School
Reedley, CA06.2004
Skills
Food Preparation and Safety
Inventory Practices and Procedures
Operations Management
Portion Control Techniques
Kitchen Equipment Operation and Maintenance
Leadership
Effective Planner
Time Management
Food Spoilage Prevention
Student/Child Nutrition
New Hire Training
Certification
ServSafe
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Child Nutrition Cook
Dinuba Unified School District
05.2014 - Current
Dietary Aide/Cook
Golden Living Retirement Center
08.2012 - 06.2014
Dietary Aide
NorthPointe Health Care Centre
04.2011 - 08.2012
Certificate In Food And Nutrition -
Fresno City College
Associate Degree - General Studies
Reedley College
High School Diploma -
Reedley High School
ServSafe
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