E.Amarilys Maldonado
Phillipsburg,NJ
Summary
Accomplished Executive Chef and Owner with a proven track record at Taino Divine Enterprises LLC, enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative menu development and strict adherence to food safety standards. Skilled in cost control and team leadership, I have significantly improved operational efficiency and food quality, demonstrating a strong work ethic and hospitality service expertise.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef/ Owner
Taino Divine Enterprises LLC.
07.2022 - Current
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
Stower /Inductor
Amazon
11.2019 - 08.2023
- Inspected items for any damages and reported discrepancies to supervisor.
- Sorted over [Number] products onto shelves according to type, weight, and size.
- Maintained clean and organized workspaces to uphold safety standards.
- Increased efficiency in stowing processes by implementing better organization and time management techniques.
- Safely stacked items to maximize space within acceptable safety limits.
- Utilized scanning equipment to quickly locate and identify items and stock locations.
- Used hand trucks and pallet jacks to safely move items to designated areas.
- Arranged merchandise according to company standards to maintain tidy and organized stockroom.
- Stayed accountable for storage and organization of warehouse merchandise.
Personal Chef/ Server
Enjoy Your Party Llc.
04.2013 - 06.2023
- Planned menus that incorporated healthy, fresh food sourced from local farmers and stores.
- Prepared and served meals for small dinner parties and large events and complied with diet requests and special accommodations.
- Labeled food to include reheating and safe storage and handling instructions.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Received consistently positive feedback from clients for exceptional taste and presentation of prepared meals.
- Demonstrated flexibility in accommodating last-minute changes to menus or guest numbers while still delivering high-quality results.
Sous Chef
Fabulous Appetizers Darius
02.2014 - 06.2019
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
Executive Chef Owner
Wallington Grill
03.2016 - 07.2018
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
- Conducted regular evaluations of kitchen equipment and appliances, ensuring proper maintenance and timely replacement to maintain optimal operational efficiency.
Education
GED -
Hudson County Vocational
North Bergen, NJ06.2013
Skills
- Food Safety
- Menu Planning
- Cost Control
- Menu development
- Hospitality service expertise
- ServSafe Certification
- Team Leadership
- Hiring, Training, and Development
- Inventory Control
- Strong Work Ethic
Timeline
Executive Chef/ Owner
Taino Divine Enterprises LLC.
07.2022 - Current
Stower /Inductor
Amazon
11.2019 - 08.2023
Executive Chef Owner
Wallington Grill
03.2016 - 07.2018
Sous Chef
Fabulous Appetizers Darius
02.2014 - 06.2019
Personal Chef/ Server
Enjoy Your Party Llc.
04.2013 - 06.2023
GED -
Hudson County Vocational
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