Carlos Caro Febus
Abilene,TX
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Sabor Criollo
08.2017 - Current
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Loader/ Tray Washer
Johnson & Johnson Vision Care
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Loaded and unloaded pallets quickly and safely, managing work load priorities.
- Followed all safety and security protocols to minimize risk of injury.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow.
- Checked accuracy of product packaging and labeling, rectifying any issues.
Chef
Restaurante Puerto Madero
07.2014 - 07.2016
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Chef
Sabor Criollo
12.2008 - 07.2011
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
Chef
Sizzler Restaurant
11.2005 - 11.2008
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Storage Supervisor, Truck Delivery Driver
Ashley Furniture Warehouse
06.2003 - 10.2005
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Inspected work areas to keep free of hazards and maintain proper function of safety equipment.
- Trained new team members on proper and safe use of tools and equipment.
- Assigned tasks to team members to complete within designated time frames.
- Met or exceeded production goals and objectives by following strict procedures.
Food Department
Walmart
06.2003 - 10.2005
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Electrical Appliance Paint & Repair
Self Employed Services
01.1990 - 01.2002
- Educated customers on use, care and adjustments of appliances.
- Facilitated repairs by disassembling defective and broken equipment.
- Disassembled, repaired and reassembled equipment in good working order.
- Ordered parts and maintained adequate inventory.
- Gave accurate and detailed quotes to customers prior to starting work.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Electrical Part Assembly
Sea Electronics
03.1986 - 03.1990
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Collaborated with team members to improve production processes and maintain quality standards.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Organized workstations to maximize productivity, reduce distractions and meet deadlines.
Education
Culinary Arts -
Instituto De Banca Y Comercio
Mayagüez, Puerto Rico05.2007
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technician -
Escuela Superior Vocacional
Mayagüez, Puerto Rico05.1994
Bachelor of Science -
Universidad Interamericana De Puerto Rico
San Germán, Puerto Rico05.1986
Skills
- Self aware and effective on following the rules for a safe and organized workflow
- Critical problem solver
- Effective in inventoring
- Experienced in supervising and organizing a warehouse
- Very clean, organized, active and responsible work ethic
- Capable of working with diverse groups of people
- Effective and Agil in computer work
- Effective communicator in both english and spanish
Timeline
Chef
Sabor Criollo
08.2017 - Current
Loader/ Tray Washer
Johnson & Johnson Vision Care
08.2016 - 08.2017
Chef
Restaurante Puerto Madero
07.2014 - 07.2016
Chef
Sabor Criollo
12.2008 - 07.2011
Chef
Sizzler Restaurant
11.2005 - 11.2008
Storage Supervisor, Truck Delivery Driver
Ashley Furniture Warehouse
06.2003 - 10.2005
Food Department
Walmart
06.2003 - 10.2005
Electrical Appliance Paint & Repair
Self Employed Services
01.1990 - 01.2002
Electrical Part Assembly
Sea Electronics
03.1986 - 03.1990
Culinary Arts -
Instituto De Banca Y Comercio
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technician -
Escuela Superior Vocacional
Bachelor of Science -
Universidad Interamericana De Puerto Rico
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