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Cinthia Gutekunst

Westlake,Louisiana

Summary

Professional culinary with strong track record in preparing high-quality dishes and maintaining kitchen efficiency. Known for exceptional collaboration within team environments and adaptability to changing needs. Possesses key skills in food preparation, safety, and sanitation, along with keen sense of taste and presentation. Reliable and results-driven, consistently delivering outstanding culinary experiences.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook (Deli and Food to Sell in the Store)

Miller's Super Saver Food Truck
03.2024 - 11.2024
  • 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.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Took food orders from customers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
  • Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
  • Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.

Office Manager and Program Manager

Magnolia Medical Resources, Inc.
03.2003 - 10.2010
  • MMRI was a small agency for Personal Care Attendant/Service. This agency worked under LA DHH (Dept of Health and Hospital).
  • Interacted with clients to identify personal needs and requirements.
  • Maintained positive clients relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or visitation to the client's house.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
  • Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
  • Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
  • Contributed to workplace safety by ensuring compliance with established emergency protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
  • Implemented comprehensive training program for new hires, improving their integration into team and production.
  • Doing bookkeeping, including issue paycheck for the workers.

Branch Office Secretary

QBE Pool Insurance
1999 - 2000
  • Provided excellent customer service through prompt response to inquiries, resolving issues quickly and professionally.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Received incoming mail and evaluated and distributed correspondence requiring priority attention.
  • Facilitated effective communication between team members by distributing relevant memos and announcements in a timely manner.
  • Organized company events and meetings, ensuring all necessary arrangements were made for smooth execution.
  • Reduced office supply costs through diligent inventory management and vendor negotiations.
  • Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
  • Maintained electronic filing systems and categorized documents.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.

Education

Psychology

University Persada Indonesia
Jakarta, Indonesia
05-1997

Associate of Science - Business Secretarial

ASMI Extension
Jakarta, Indonesia
07-1990

Skills

  • After work career hiatus for years ( from health care service and business) I found my self interested in culinary I volunteered to cook, served and feed in several church's events and last year was my first time work professionally as a cook in a food truck Sandwiches, American tacos breakfast, Chicken salad, Beef tips, Gumbo, Pulled pork, pulled chicken, Banana pudding, Bread pudding were some of that I made in the food truck and some sell in the stores Keep my station sanitary and the kitchen neat and clean

Languages

English
Full Professional
Indonesian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Cook (Deli and Food to Sell in the Store)

Miller's Super Saver Food Truck
03.2024 - 11.2024

Office Manager and Program Manager

Magnolia Medical Resources, Inc.
03.2003 - 10.2010

Branch Office Secretary

QBE Pool Insurance
1999 - 2000

Psychology

University Persada Indonesia

Associate of Science - Business Secretarial

ASMI Extension

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