Carlos Soto
Kitchen Manger
San Antonio
Summary
Ambitious employee with a proven track record of managing staff. Extensive experience in ordering supplies and creating innovative solutions to food service challenges. Well-versed in hospitality standards and a natural knack for building relationships with customers. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. A hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level Personal Trainer position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Southwest ISD
08.2018 - Current
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
- Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
- Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
Kitchen Staff Member
Southwest ISD
08.2016 - 06.2018
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Worked assignments for different kitchen stations and specialized in fries, breading, grilled hamburgers and pancakes.
- Combined ingredients according to precisely written recipes to produce top-quality food and minimized preparation time and food waste.
- Monitored and maintained proper spacing of food products from floor, ceiling and shelving and confirmed adequate airflow and positioning of products for optimal food safety.
- Followed sanitary food handling procedures, focused on correct use of covers and labels and discarded ingredients by expiration date.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables by hand and machine and assembled and mixed salad ingredients, gelatin molds and fruit crisps.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Monitored food temperatures and quality throughout shifts.
- Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
Deputy Sheriff Officer
Bexar County Sheriff's Office
11.1999 - 07.2016
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety of 100+ inmates.
- Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
- Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Drafted reports detailing incidents and safety violations.
- Identified suspicious activity and conducted interviews with witnesses to build cases.
- Oversaw security for businesses by monitoring grounds and identifying suspicious activity.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Trained other officers in policy and procedures and self-defense tactics.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
Education
Certified Personal Trainer - Personal Training
International Sports Science Association
03.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Southwest ISD
08.1990 - 06.1994
Associate of Arts - Paraprofessional Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ11-2008
Skills
Kitchen management
Customer service
Problem-solving
Cleaning and sanitation
Motivational style
Food safety compliance
Accomplishments
- Supervised a team of 17 staff members.
- Resolved issues through problem-solving.
- Documented and resolved numerous issues that led to convictions.
- Trained and mentored employees and deputy trainees.
Languages
Good,3,Excellent,5
Timeline
Certified Personal Trainer - Personal Training
International Sports Science Association
03.2023 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Southwest ISD
08.2018 - Current
Kitchen Staff Member
Southwest ISD
08.2016 - 06.2018
Deputy Sheriff Officer
Bexar County Sheriff's Office
11.1999 - 07.2016
High School Diploma -
Southwest ISD
08.1990 - 06.1994
Associate of Arts - Paraprofessional Education
University of Phoenix
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