Esmeralda Galvan
Mesquite,TX
Summary
Dynamic Kitchen Supervisor with a proven track record at Compass Group, adept in operations management and staff training. Excelled in leading over 150-200 events monthly, showcasing exceptional food presentation and safety skills. Known for mentoring teams towards excellence and innovating menu planning, significantly enhancing dining experiences.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Supervisor
Compass Group
08.2021 - Current
- Directed activities of team of skilled kitchen workers preparing and serving meals.
- Prepared meals for patients according to special dietary needs assigned by healthcare professionals.
- Prepared food for hospital staff of about 80-100 persons daily
- Manage daily catering operations, including menu planning, food preparation, and service execution for doctors, staff, and special events.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop new menu items, count inventory and order food and supplies to maintain adequate stock.
- Supervised daily kitchen operations while mentoring junior staff members by sharing valuable cooking techniques
Line Cook
American Food & Vending Corp.
03.2015 - 08.2021
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
- Assisted in inventory management tasks such as stocking shelves, conducting counts, or placing orders when necessary.
- Organized food preparation and distribution for over 300 to 500 guests on a daily basis
- Prepared cashier, operation revenue reports, and daily individual paperwork for the team
- Prepared food and desserts for over 50-100 catering events and meetings a month
Catering Supervisor
Guckenheimer
01.2012 - 09.2015
- Successfully led a team of 10 in the execution of over 150-200 events a month, ensuring superior service and timely set-up and breakdown.
- Assisted management in overseeing staff and coordinating events to ensure the satisfaction of the guests and clients while maintaining an atmosphere that promotes teamwork and excellence within the catering department. Successfully have been the lead on many events with 400-800 guests
- Assisted in the development of creative, visually appealing dishes and fruit displays for special events and catering orders.
- Submitted daily invoices for catering events and closed them at the end of the month
Skills
- Inventory Control
- Operations Management
- Food presentation
- Staff Training
- Menu Planning
- Food Safety
Certification
servsafe food handler
Timeline
Kitchen Supervisor
Compass Group
08.2021 - Current
Line Cook
American Food & Vending Corp.
03.2015 - 08.2021
Catering Supervisor
Guckenheimer
01.2012 - 09.2015
servsafe food handler
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