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Clotilde Sanzetenea

Burke,VA

Summary

Adept Kitchen Manager with a proven track record at Shelter House Inc, showcasing exceptional skills in multitasking, organization, and food safety. Excelled in inventory management and customer service, significantly enhancing kitchen efficiency and guest satisfaction. Demonstrated leadership by mentoring staff and innovating menu offerings, embodying versatility and a commitment to excellence.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Manager

Shelter House Inc
06.2022 - 09.2023
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.

Chef

Franciscan Monastery Of The Holy Land In America
06.2020 - 06.2021
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.

First Line Cook

Sunrise Senior Living
08.2015 - 09.2019
  • Addressed customer needs and dietary restrictions, adjusting dishes to maintain satisfaction.
  • Assisted in maintaining kitchen equipment through regular cleaning and maintenance tasks, ensuring proper functionality during service hours.
  • Assembled and served dishes consistently with commitment to flavors and quality presentation.
  • Followed food production and handling guidelines.

Banquet Chef

Capital Hilton
11.2007 - 11.2014
  • Grilled, roasted, baked and performed other cooking techniques to produce high volume meals.
  • Practiced safe work habits to avoid possible injury to self or other employees.
  • Learned menu items produced by assigned station to achieve proper quantities.
  • Analyzed banquet event orders and planned and coordinated functions with catering staff to meet or exceed customer expectations.
  • Maximized flavor profiles by incorporating seasonal ingredients into banquet menu offerings.
  • Ordered food and supplies used to prepare meals for over 200 people.

First Line Cook

Bistro Bistro Dc
11.2001 - 11.2007
  • Assembled and served dishes consistently with commitment to flavors and quality presentation.
  • Followed food production and handling guidelines.
  • Assisted in maintaining kitchen equipment through regular cleaning and maintenance tasks, ensuring proper functionality during service hours.
  • Addressed customer needs and dietary restrictions, adjusting dishes to maintain satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse cuisine types and dietary restrictions while still delivering high-quality meals that met guest expectations.
  • Increased productivity through proper time management and organization of workstations for optimal performance.

Line Cook

Occidental Grill
07.1995 - 11.2001
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.

Skills

  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Customer Service
  • Food Safety
  • Inventory Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-Solving
  • Safe Food Handling

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Shelter House Inc
06.2022 - 09.2023

Chef

Franciscan Monastery Of The Holy Land In America
06.2020 - 06.2021

First Line Cook

Sunrise Senior Living
08.2015 - 09.2019

Banquet Chef

Capital Hilton
11.2007 - 11.2014

First Line Cook

Bistro Bistro Dc
11.2001 - 11.2007

Line Cook

Occidental Grill
07.1995 - 11.2001

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