Cynthia Villegas
Summary
Dedicated and dependable food service professional with over 13 years of experience in food preparation, customer service, hospital dining, and kitchen operations. Experienced in maintaining food safety standards, serving patients and medical staff, supervising kitchen operations, and ensuring a clean and organized work environment. Strong team player with excellent organizational and customer service skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior cook
Morrison Food Service
Torrance, CA
02.2012 - Current
- Prepared high-quality meals following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Prepared meals for large groups according to established recipes, standards and menus.
- Supervised kitchen staff to maintain efficient workflow and food safety standards.
- Demonstrated knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and processes.
- Trained new staff members on proper cooking techniques, recipes and sanitation procedures.
- Ensured all dishes were prepared correctly with attention to presentation quality.
- Developed strategies to enhance food-presentation aspects of catering and retail environments.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Maintained food preparation areas in a clean, safe and sanitary condition.
- Implemented cleaning schedules to uphold sanitation practices in the kitchen environment.
- Inspected work stations to ensure they met health department regulations.
- Adhered to all safety protocols when using sharp knives or operating heavy machinery in the kitchen.
- Prepared meat and produce by cutting, chopping, and slicing to ensure readiness for cooking.
Cashier
Cost saver grocery market
Torrance, CA
11.2008 - 05.2011
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Operated cash register efficiently during peak shopping hours.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and store navigation.
Cashier /Food Preparation Worker
Togos
Carson, CA
05.2006 - 10.2008
- Processed customer transactions using cash registers and point-of-sale systems.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and addressed inquiries effectively. Prepared subs for customers
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the service area during shifts.
Education
Banning High School
Wilmington, CASkills
Experienced food service professional with over 13 years in food preparation and hospital dining Skilled in maintaining food safety standards, supervising kitchen operations, and delivering exceptional service to patients and staff Committed to fostering a clean and organized work environment while enhancing team performance
Experienced food service professional with over 13 years in food preparation and hospital dining Skilled in maintaining food safety standards, supervising kitchen operations, and delivering exceptional service to patients and staff Committed to fostering a clean and organized work environment while enhancing team performance
Timeline
Senior cook
Morrison Food Service
02.2012 - Current
Cashier
Cost saver grocery market
11.2008 - 05.2011
Cashier /Food Preparation Worker
Togos
05.2006 - 10.2008
Banning High School