Carlos Rodriguez
El Paso,TX
Summary
Driven leader with strong problem-solving and customer service skills. Dedicated to providing highest level of service to customers and creating pleasant work environment for staff. Knowledgeable in food safety, sanitation protocols and leadership. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Culinary Management Non-Commissioned Officer
US Army
04.2017 - 06.2023
- Motivated team of 40 employees to maintain high standards of food preparation and efficiency for 10 hours per shift.
- Scheduled kitchen staff of 15 people.
- Maintained kitchen hardware and repaired tools or ordered equipment.
- Lowered restaurant costs by 20% through creative ingredient sourcing and food waste efficiency.
Food Operations Manager
US Army
02.2013 - 04.2017
- Audited food and beverage inventory and cost control systems and processes to keep tabs on usage and prevent shrink.
- Trained, supervised and motivated 20 employees to enhance customer service and encourage repeat business.
- Oversaw front of house and back of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
Culinary Specialist
US Army
06.2004 - 12.2009
- Inspected deliveries for accuracy and safety.
- Established food preparation procedures and guidelines to promote meal consistency and quality.
- Took inventory of supplies and maintained accurate stock records to minimize losses and support supply ordering.
- Prepared and served food to approximately 15 personnel in upscale urban restaurant.
Culinary Non-Commissioned Officer
US Army
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic onto building grounds.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
Petty Officer Third Class
US Navy
05.2002 - 05.2007
- Mentored and supervised 30 personnel within unit, providing positive guidance for professional and personal development.
- Drafted messages and reports to inform leadership of current situations using Microsoft and other platforms.
- Directed safe and secure operations of over a million worth of government property, resulting in no loss of equipment or negative incidents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Inter American University of Puerto Rico Ponce
Mercedita, PRSkills
- Facilities Planning
- Product Availability
- Inventory Management Software
- Equipment Preparation
- Guest Satisfaction
- Detailed Documentation
- Team Engagement
- Inventory Accuracy
- Leadership
- Constructive Feedback
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Logistics Database Management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Culinary Management Non-Commissioned Officer
US Army
04.2017 - 06.2023
Food Operations Manager
US Army
02.2013 - 04.2017
Culinary Non-Commissioned Officer
US Army
01.2010 - 01.2013
Culinary Specialist
US Army
06.2004 - 12.2009
Petty Officer Third Class
US Navy
05.2002 - 05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Inter American University of Puerto Rico Ponce
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