Clarence Escobar
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with experience at Ridgeview Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, excelling in kitchen organization and food presentation. Proven ability to adapt menus based on resident needs while ensuring compliance with health standards. Strong team management skills complemented by a commitment to mentoring staff and enhancing dining experiences for residents.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
Ridgeview Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
San Diego, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted with meal preparation and distribution to residents, ensuring dietary needs met.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas, following health standards.
- Supported dietary staff in menu planning by providing feedback on resident preferences.
- Documented food intake and reported changes in residents' appetites to nursing staff.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting menus or meal components as needed due to changes in patient conditions or availability of ingredients.
- Maintained compliance with relevant local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to food service operations within a healthcare setting.
Diet Aide
Aviara Healthcare Center
San Diego, CA
06.2018 - 12.2022
- Assisted with meal preparation and distribution to residents, ensuring dietary needs met.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas, following health standards.
- Supported dietary staff in menu planning by providing feedback on resident preferences.
- Documented food intake and reported changes in residents' appetites to nursing staff.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting menus or meal components as needed due to changes in patient conditions or availability of ingredients.
- Maintained compliance with relevant local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to food service operations within a healthcare setting.
Education
Culinary
Grossmont College
El Cajon, CASkills
- Kitchen organization
- Team management
- Knife skills
- Food presentation
- Proper food handling
- Garnishing techniques
- Plating and presentation
- Sauce preparation
- Sanitation practices
- Allergen awareness
- Mentoring and coaching
- Menu memorization
Timeline
Chef De Partie
Ridgeview Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
01.2023 - Current
Diet Aide
Aviara Healthcare Center
06.2018 - 12.2022
Culinary
Grossmont College