Claudia Quilarquez
Okeechobee,FL
Summary
Forward-thinking professional with proven history of leadership, planning and problem solving. Adept collaboration with professional to accomplish demanding objectives, motivate staff, and organize resources. Systematic understanding of maintaining coverage for all operational needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager
slim chickens
Okeechobee, FL
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
- Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
- Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
- Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
- Created reports on sales trends, inventory levels, and financial data.
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
Chef Assistant
Walt Disney World Resort
Lake Buena Vista, FL
11.2022 - 07.2024
- Assisted Chef in preparing ingredients for various dishes.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen equipment, appliances, and utensils.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas throughout shift.
- Stocked food items and supplies as needed.
- Followed recipes to prepare sauces, soups, entrees, desserts, and other food items.
- Monitored temperatures of ovens and grills to ensure proper cooking times were observed.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to FIFO principles.
- Documented daily production sheets for each dish prepared.
- Checked freshness of food products prior to use.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during meal prep.
- Communicated with wait staff regarding special orders or dietary restrictions.
- Garnished plates with edible decorations before serving meals.
- Responded quickly to requests from customers or colleagues.
1st Cook
the pirate republic
Fort Lauderdale, FL
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Planned and prepared meals according to menu specifications and production schedules.
- Ensured food safety standards were met during all stages of food preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, storage areas, refrigerators, freezers.
- Supervised kitchen staff in the proper handling and preparation of food items.
- Trained new cooks on proper cooking techniques and kitchen safety procedures.
Cook
kasium
Katy, TX
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Chef Assistant
madam tusan
Lima , Peru
10.2018 - 01.2020
- Assisted Chef in preparing ingredients for various dishes.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen equipment, appliances, and utensils.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas throughout shift.
- Stocked food items and supplies as needed.
- Followed recipes to prepare sauces, soups, entrees, desserts, and other food items.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to FIFO principles.
- Documented daily production sheets for each dish prepared.
- Rotated stock on shelves to maintain product freshness.
- Communicated with wait staff regarding special orders or dietary restrictions.
- Assembled trays for catering events according to customer specifications.
- Transported cooked foods from kitchen area to dining area promptly.
- Garnished plates with edible decorations before serving meals.
- Responded quickly to requests from customers or colleagues.
- Kept accurate records of inventory levels in the storeroom.
- Inspected finished dishes for presentation accuracy prior to serving.
- Displayed a positive attitude while working under pressure in a busy environment.
- Cleaned and sanitized food preparation areas, complying with hygiene codes and health and safety standards.
Bakery Production Worker
chuas
Maracaibo , Venezuela
01.2016 - 04.2018
- Maintained cleanliness of equipment and work area.
- Prepared dough for baking according to recipe specifications.
- Measured ingredients accurately for production recipes.
- Assisted with the packaging and labeling of finished products.
- Monitored oven temperatures during baking process.
- Operated automated bakery machinery in accordance with safety regulations.
- Cleaned, sanitized and restocked workstations at end of shift.
- Ensured quality standards were met throughout the production process.
- Performed minor maintenance on equipment as needed.
- Followed all safety guidelines while operating machinery.
- Recorded information such as batch numbers, quantities. onto log sheets.
- Inspected product for defects or deviations from standard specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Epifania
Maracaibo06-2017
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary
Cordontect
Lima, Peru Skills
- Recruiting and interviewing
- Operations Management
- Budget assistance
- Product and service knowledge
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Sales monitoring
- Employee Scheduling
- Task Delegation
- Orientation and training
- Cost Reduction
- Reporting and documenting
- Staff Development
- Money Handling
- Employee performance evaluation
- Customer Relations
- Staff Management
- Closing oversight
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Certification
- food management 08/14/2024 trough 08/14/2029
- food handler certification 09/19/2022 through 9/19/2025
- allergen awareness certification 09/18/2022 through 9/18/2025
Timeline
Assistant Manager
slim chickens
07.2024 - Current
Chef Assistant
Walt Disney World Resort
11.2022 - 07.2024
1st Cook
the pirate republic
01.2021 - 01.2022
Cook
kasium
01.2020 - 12.2020
Chef Assistant
madam tusan
10.2018 - 01.2020
Bakery Production Worker
chuas
01.2016 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Epifania
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary
Cordontect
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