Debbie Rodriguez
New Braunfels,TX
Summary
Hardworking cook bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication. I have over 20 plus years of experience in food handling and cooking. I am knowledgeable in food safety and OSHA standards. I am a team-oriented worker.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Tj's Burgers & More
New Braunfels, TX
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Regulated oven, broiler, and roaster operations for cooking at correct temperatures.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
Food Service Manager
River Gardens
New Braunfels, TX
03.1990 - 05.2023
- Prepared and led food service training programs to teach staff various tasks.
- Hired and trained new food service personnel to maintain high productivity levels of staff.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Inspected dining and serving areas for cleanliness and proper setup.
- Priced and ordered food products, kitchen equipment and food service supplies.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Scheduled shifts for kitchen staff in accordance with budget guidelines.
- Performed frequent checks to maintain consistently high quality of food preparation and service.
- Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives such as reducing waste and utilizing leftovers effectively.
- Ensured proper portioning and serving of meals according to established standards.
- Adhered to company food, safety, quality and sanitation policies.
- Created menus that incorporated seasonal ingredients while adhering to budgetary constraints.
Education
High School Diploma -
Canyon High School
New Braunfels, TX05-1986
Skills
- Recipe-Based Cooking
- Sanitation
- Supply Restocking
- Food Handling
- Menu Planning
- OSHA
- Cleaning and Organization
- Portion Control
- Food Handler Certification
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Food manager certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cook
Tj's Burgers & More
06.2023 - 07.2023
Food Service Manager
River Gardens
03.1990 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Canyon High School
- Food manager certification
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