Berlinda Martinez
Torrington,CT
Summary
Professional culinary leader with proven ability to manage kitchen operations, develop innovative menus, and ensure high-quality food standards. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving consistent results, adaptable to changing needs and high-pressure environments. Expertise in food preparation, inventory management, and safety protocols, combined with passion for culinary excellence and creativity.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Cook
Board of Education
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, meeting or exceeding health department requirements.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
General Kitchen Worker
Ed Advance
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory and properly storing perishable items.
- Streamlined dishwashing processes, reducing water usage while maintaining cleanliness standards.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and speed in a fast-paced environment.
- Consistently adhered to proper food handling procedures, minimizing contamination risks and promoting health safety standards.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
Contractor's Assistant
MB Floors LLC
10.2013 - 08.2023
- Contributed to improved cash flow management by monitoring accounts payable aging reports and reconciling account balances regularly.
- Boosted accuracy rates in invoice processing through rigorous attention to detail and ongoing training in industry best practices.
- Conducted periodic audits of processed invoices, identifying discrepancies and taking corrective action to prevent future errors or inefficiencies.
- Executed billing tasks and recorded information in company databases.
Childcare Provider
Jenny's Loving Daycare
03.2009 - 09.2012
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge by attending training workshops, seminars, and conferences to stay current on best practices in childcare.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
Education
Certified Nurse's Assistance
Westchester Community College Extension
Yonkers, NY03-2009
High School Diploma -
Saunders Trade And Technical High School
Yonkers, NY06-1995
Skills
- Meal preparation
- Verbal and written communication
- Food safety
- Recipe development
- Food spoilage prevention
- Waste reduction
- Cooking
- Recipe creation
- Kitchen operations management
- Food safety procedures
- Banquets and catering
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Head Cook
Board of Education
08.2024 - 04.2025
General Kitchen Worker
Ed Advance
09.2023 - 08.2024
Contractor's Assistant
MB Floors LLC
10.2013 - 08.2023
Childcare Provider
Jenny's Loving Daycare
03.2009 - 09.2012
Certified Nurse's Assistance
Westchester Community College Extension
High School Diploma -
Saunders Trade And Technical High School
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