Arnold Manygoats
Cook/ Prep Cook/ Peer Support Specialist
Flagstaff ,AZ
Summary
Certified Peer Support professional with solid experience in supporting individuals through recovery and personal growth. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving impactful results. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective communication. Skilled in active listening, empathy, and problem-solving. Passionate about fostering supportive and inclusive environment.
Overview
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Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Pathways To Community
02.2024 - 10.2025
- Facilitated individual and group support sessions to promote mental wellness and recovery strategies.
- Assisted clients in developing personalized action plans to achieve their goals and enhance coping skills.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services and resources for client support.
- Educated clients on available community resources to improve access to healthcare and social services.
- Monitored client progress and provided feedback to adjust support strategies as needed.
- Documented client interactions and outcomes accurately in compliance with organizational standards.
- Developed training materials for peer support initiatives, enhancing program effectiveness and engagement.
- Advocated for clients' needs within the organization, ensuring their voices were heard in service planning decisions.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions according to organizational guidelines, protecting confidentiality while ensuring thorough documentation for continuity of care purposes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans based on clients'' individual strengths, needs, and preferences.
- Assisted clients in developing and maintaining personalized wellness plans, guiding them in setting achievable goals for improved mental health outcomes.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and services, increasing their access to valuable support networks.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering a trusting environment to encourage open communication about personal challenges and goals.
- Enhanced client recovery by providing emotional and practical support in both group and one-on-one settings.
- Improved the quality of care for clients by actively participating in treatment planning meetings and offering insights from a peer perspective.
- Conducted regular progress assessments, updating care plans as needed to reflect evolving client goals and circumstances.
- Contributed to program development efforts by regularly reviewing policies and procedures to ensure alignment with evidence-based practices within the field of peer support services.
- Mentored new peer support specialists, sharing best practices and modeling effective techniques for supporting diverse client populations.
- Strengthened relationships between clients and their natural support systems by offering guidance on effective communication techniques and conflict resolution strategies.
- Provided compassionate assistance to clients during challenging life transitions, helping them navigate obstacles with increased confidence and resilience.
- Actively pursued ongoing professional development opportunities to remain informed of emerging trends and best practices within the field of peer support services.
- Promoted client self-advocacy through education on rights, responsibilities, and navigating complex systems of care.
- Supported clients in building resiliency through skill-building exercises emphasizing problem-solving techniques and adaptive coping strategies.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
- Maintained computers, printers and technical resources to avoid disruption in operations.
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to support and encourage client growth.
Kitchen Lead
Karma Sushi Bar Grill
10.2022 - 02.2025
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Implemented food safety protocols to maintain high hygiene standards.
- Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and equipment usage.
- Coordinated inventory management to minimize waste and optimize supplies.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures for quality control of dishes.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation by implementing strict kitchen cleaning routines.
- Fostered a positive work environment, promoting teamwork and open communication among kitchen staff.
- Monitored inventory levels to prevent stock shortages during peak service hours or special events.
- Implemented health and safety protocols to maintain compliance with local regulations and industry best practices.
- Ensured consistent quality in all dishes served by implementing standardized recipes and portion control measures.
- Assisted in hiring decisions for new kitchen staff members based on experience, skill set alignment, and cultural fit within the existing team dynamic.
- Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on best practices in cooking techniques, plating, and presentation.
- Streamlined meal preparation processes, resulting in reduced wait times for customers.
- Collaborated with executive chef on menu development, contributing creative ideas for innovative dishes that drove increased sales revenue.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Lifted and carried heavy materials.
- Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
- Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
Cook, Prep Cook
Outback Steakhouse
11.2020 - 03.2024
- Prepared and cooked high-quality meals following standardized recipes and kitchen protocols.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain efficient food preparation and service flow.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of cooking stations, adhering to food safety standards.
- Monitored inventory levels, assisting in ordering supplies to prevent shortages.
- Trained new kitchen staff on operational procedures and cooking techniques.
- Implemented time-saving methods for meal preparation, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- 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.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Showcased excellent knife skills for precise cutting and preparation of various ingredients.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Mentored junior cooks in refining culinary skills through hands-on guidance.
- Negotiated with suppliers for better pricing on high-quality ingredients, improving profit margins.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work processes.
- Developed and maintained clean and organized kitchen workspace, setting standard for team.
- Implemented rotating menu concept, keeping dining experience fresh and engaging for regular customers.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, ensuring safe dining environment.
- Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations, maintaining record of excellence in health inspections.
- Conducted regular quality checks on ingredients, ensuring only best were used in meal preparation.
- Trained new kitchen staff, ensuring they met restaurant's high standards.
- Streamlined food preparation process, increasing kitchen productivity.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced environment.
- Prepared ingredients by chopping, dicing, and measuring for daily menu items.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and notifying suppliers of shortages.
- Collaborated with chefs to execute meal preparation according to established recipes and standards.
- Monitored food safety practices, ensuring compliance with health regulations during food handling processes.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques and safety protocols.
- Implemented efficient prep workflows to enhance overall kitchen productivity during peak service times.
- Developed new prep methods that improved ingredient utilization and reduced waste in meal preparation processes.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
Education
GED -
Cocoon High School
Flagstaff, AZSkills
Peer advocacy
Self-care techniques
Stress reduction
Relapse prevention
Family support
Behavioral management
Multicultural competence
Arranging transportation
Time management
Teamwork
Reliability
Safety protocols and procedures
Active listening
Adaptability and flexibility
Self motivation
Professionalism
Crisis intervention
Suicide prevention
Patient advocacy
File and record keeping
Data confidentiality
Kitchen organization
Food preparation
Knife skills
Cooking techniques
Hygiene practices
Sanitation standards
Food presentation
Food safety compliance
Food storage
Multitasking and organization
Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
Frying
Supply restocking
Sanitation
Surface cleaning
Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Hospitality and service industry background
Grilling
Contamination prevention
Food waste reduction
Performance improvement
Portion control
Food plating and presentation
Contact Information
- Arnold Manygoats
- Arnoldmanygoats780@gmail.com
- (928) 326-0988
- Flagstaff, AZ
Accomplishments
Sobriety and accountability
Certification
Forensic Peer Support Specialist
Timeline
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Pathways To Community
02.2024 - 10.2025
Kitchen Lead
Karma Sushi Bar Grill
10.2022 - 02.2025
Cook, Prep Cook
Outback Steakhouse
11.2020 - 03.2024
GED -
Cocoon High School