Arizona Zimmerman
Decatur,GA
Summary
I am a food service professional with a passion for inspiring my team and making the customer smile. The list of different cuisines I have worked with is extensive. My ability to to maintain operational excellence in times of great stress has been proven again and again. Beyond that, I am a people person and I love talking to all different types of business owners. I can adapt quickly to diagnose and solve problems.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Shift Leader
Glide Pizza
02.2024 - Current
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality meals in a timely manner.
- Trained and mentored new cooks, resulting in increased productivity and improved teamwork within the kitchen staff.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, maintaining focus on completing tasks efficiently without compromising quality.
- Contributed to positive workplace culture by fostering open communication among team members and addressing issues proactively before they escalated.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Manager
Junior’s Pizza
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Kitchen Manager
Ammazza Edgewood
08.2021 - 08.2022
- 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.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
Screen Print Operator
Ruby Sue Graphics
05.2018 - 07.2021
- Streamlined workflow processes by organizing supplies and materials, reducing downtime between print runs.
- Collaborated with design team to optimize artwork for screen printing, resulting in seamless transfers and crisp images.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely delivery of completed projects, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
- Managed inventory levels of consumables such as inks, screens, and squeegees to prevent delays in production schedules.
- Custom mixed colors to match customers' desired color.
Owner/Operator
Clip Art Productions
09.2015 - 02.2020
- Procurement of musical and visual acts
- Built strong relationships with local business owners
- Created compensation packages for artists designed to keep both the artists and the venues happy
- Worked with representatives of alcohol companies to get sponsorship dollars
- Created and implemented marketing materials in person and online
Cook
Five And Ten Restaurant
02.2016 - 04.2018
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Kitchen Manager
Clocked
07.2012 - 07.2016
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.
Cook
Kyma
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rome High School
Rome, GA05-2010
Skills
- Team leadership
- Customer service
- Quality control
- Recipe creation
- Kitchen management
- Cost control
- Ordering supplies
- Menu development
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Inventory management
Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
Glide Pizza
02.2024 - Current
Manager
Junior’s Pizza
08.2022 - 05.2024
Kitchen Manager
Ammazza Edgewood
08.2021 - 08.2022
Screen Print Operator
Ruby Sue Graphics
05.2018 - 07.2021
Cook
Five And Ten Restaurant
02.2016 - 04.2018
Owner/Operator
Clip Art Productions
09.2015 - 02.2020
Kitchen Manager
Clocked
07.2012 - 07.2016
Cook
Kyma
01.2010 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
Rome High School
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