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Fabiola Galindez

25120 Panther Bend Ct,TX

Summary

I’m a proactive person, responsible, committed to my assignments, very organized, and honest. With optimal integration into work teams, great capacity to learn quickly, performance analysis, and decision-making, while complying with the rules of the company, and good performance and adaptability to new working environments and support organizational goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Nordstrom Inc.
The Woodlands, TX
11.2019 - Current
  • Create suppliers' orders to accomplish challenging daily objectives.
  • Managed the schedules of the team to keep shifts properly staffed.
  • Coordinated inventory, stocking, and ordering.
  • Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable, and friendly service.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauté, sandwiches, pizzas, and salads.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
  • Oversaw food product inventory to streamline kitchen operations.
  • Replenished food items from inventory, and rotated ingredients to use the oldest products first.
  • Sanitize the workstation at the end of the shift to minimize the risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
  • Weighed, measured, and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
  • Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies, and gluten intolerance.
  • Helped train and develop new talent.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement in service or product quality.

Salad Bar Attendant

Fogo The Chao Brazilian Steakhouse
The Woodlands, TX
11.2019 - 07.2020
  • Set up buffet and replenished items at salad bar.
  • Replaced aging items with fresh ingredients.
  • Monitored buffet food quantities and refilled items.
  • Followed safety protocols in handling of equipment and food.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
  • Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
  • Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
  • Cut or sliced meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
  • Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
  • Prepared meats, vegetables or desserts according to orders or instructions.
  • Provided accurate information about ingredients in salads and other menu items to customers with allergies or dietary restrictions.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly in a professional manner.
  • Kept bar, guard and floor areas neat, cleaning up spills and wiping down counters.
  • Prepared fresh salads, dressings and toppings according to company recipes.
  • Replenished ice at the beverage station regularly throughout the shift.
  • Prepared salad bar items ahead of rush periods and placed in refrigerator for later use.

Cook

Pinecrest Bakery
North Miami, FL
05.2018 - 07.2019
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Operated all bakery equipment, including ovens, proofers, fryers, sheeters, rounders, scales and mixers.
  • Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients to use oldest products first.
  • Regulated oven, broiler and roaster operations for cooking at correct temperatures.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
  • Washed utensils, plates and chopping boards between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.

Assistant Manager

Camiones Kamaz Latinoamerica SA
Panama City, Panama
09.2015 - 06.2016
  • Managed personnel scheduling, facilitating adequate coverage to meet demand.
  • Improved efficiency and productivity by implementing organization systems for financial reports, schedules and inventory control.
  • Initiated inventory control measures to manage and replenish stock, maintain cost levels and meet customer demand.
  • Assisted production and distribution of memos, newsletters, email updates and other forms of communication.
  • Verified operation of office equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements and calling for repairs.
  • Participated in team collaboration initiatives to plan for company's future growth.
  • Managed phone calls from clients and delivered informative answers to questions.
  • Handled incoming and outgoing correspondence, including mail and e-mail.
  • Purchased, distributed and arranged supplies to meet routine operational needs.
  • Created agendas, meeting notes and other documents to enhance collaborative process.
  • Oversaw heavy load of administrative tasks while verifying accuracy and prompt completion of paperwork.
  • Scheduled conferences and associated travel arrangements, including hotel, airfare and ground transportation.
  • Handled data entry tasks.

Import and Export Coordinator

Alltech Venezuela SCS
Carabobo, Venezuela
05.2013 - 07.2015
  • Attached address labels, identification codes and shipping instructions to containers.
  • Validated load plans, cargo cleanliness and transportation documentation.
  • Estimated freight and postal rates to track shipment costs and weights.
  • Determined shipping methods and prepared bills of lading, invoices, and other shipping documents.
  • Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Delivered food animal products to customer locations on time.
  • Maintained thorough import records for full compliance with customs standards.
  • Prepared import documentation and entered data into Dynamics AX per country specific requirements.
  • Monitoring Purchase Orders.
  • Direct communication with supliers, Carriers, forwarder agent, Bank advisers, Customs.

Education

Bachelor of International Business -

Alejandro Humboldt University
Carabobo, Venezuela
06.2014

High School Diploma -

Trinidad Figueira High School
Yaracuy, Venezuela
07.2009

Skills

  • Computer knowledge: Windows, iOS, Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher)
  • Customer services
  • English / Spanish languages
  • Writing documents and letters
  • Performance analysis
  • Food preparation and safety
  • Operation monitoring
  • Monitoring logistics, purchase orders
  • Data entry
  • Correspondence and documents handling
  • Travel administration
  • Verifying shipments
  • Inventory replenishment
  • Merchandise restock
  • Order processing
  • Staffing assignments
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Scheduling and calendar management

References

  • Chef Eric Samarripas / eric.samarripas@nordstrom.com / (832) 562-4880.
  • Chef Jesus Cano / (702)785-2284.

Timeline

Sous Chef

Nordstrom Inc.
11.2019 - Current

Salad Bar Attendant

Fogo The Chao Brazilian Steakhouse
11.2019 - 07.2020

Cook

Pinecrest Bakery
05.2018 - 07.2019

Assistant Manager

Camiones Kamaz Latinoamerica SA
09.2015 - 06.2016

Import and Export Coordinator

Alltech Venezuela SCS
05.2013 - 07.2015

Bachelor of International Business -

Alejandro Humboldt University

High School Diploma -

Trinidad Figueira High School
Fabiola Galindez