Felicia Simplicio
Zuni,NM
Summary
Dynamic and highly motivated professional with a proven track record at Village Bistro, excelling in efficient multitasking and safe food handling. Recognized for enhancing kitchen operations and maintaining high standards of cleanliness, while delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring food quality. Committed to fostering a positive work environment and reducing food waste.
Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Village Bistro
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Maintained optimal food quality by adhering to strict guidelines for food safety and sanitation.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Provided support during peak business hours, ensuring smooth service flow while maintaining high-quality output.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness, ensuring safe and hygienic work environment.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas for optimal guest experience.
- Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in positive feedback from guests.
- Managed multiple tables simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy on order placement and delivery.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
- Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
Personal Care Provider
Home Care Options
05.2011 - 05.2015
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Educated family members on best practices for supporting their loved one''s ongoing personal care needs.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks for clients'' homes, maintaining clean and comfortable living spaces.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, documenting changes in health status or needs for medical review.
- Promoted client safety by identifying potential hazards in the home environment and implementing necessary precautions.
- Advocated for clients'' rights regarding privacy and dignity during all aspects of personal care provision.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to each client''s dietary preferences or restrictions, promoting overall wellness.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
Education
No Degree - Nurse Aide
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM06-2012
GED -
Zuni High School
Zuni, NM01-1986
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Cleaning and organization
- Customer service
- Safe food handling
- Efficient multitasking
- Time management
- Following instructions
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Cleanliness
- Quick-learning
- Highly motivated
- Kitchen organization
- Inventory stocking
- Food storage
- Preparation speed
- Active listener
- Sanitation practices
- Basic cooking techniques
- Chopping vegetables
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Workstation maintenance
- Stock rotation
- Proper portioning
- Food quality control
- Food spoilage prevention
- Menu memorization
- Kitchen operations
- Temperature monitoring
- Recipes and menu planning
- Order delivery practices
- Performance improvement
- Seasoning techniques
- Menu planning
- Menu adaptation
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Safe food handling procedures
- Food allergy awareness
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Zuni
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Prep Cook
Village Bistro
01.2017 - 03.2020
Personal Care Provider
Home Care Options
05.2011 - 05.2015
No Degree - Nurse Aide
University of New Mexico
GED -
Zuni High School
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