Gabriel Parra
Lakewood,CO
Summary
Seeking a challenging position with a well-established business where I can contribute with my management style and learned skills acquired through work experience and college education.
Professional translator with strong commitment to delivering accurate and culturally sensitive translations. Proven track record of bridging communication gaps and enhancing understanding for diverse clients. Known for excellent teamwork and adaptability to meet changing project requirements.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Kountry Kitchen Restaurant
- Cook’s assistant
- Dishwasher
- General janitorial duties
- 1505 N Hudson, Silver City, NM – (505) 388-4512
The Denver Athletic Club
06.2020 - Current
- Café manager
- Member-employee
- Customer service
- Managing schedules of employees
- Sales projecting
- Manage kitchen personnel
- Cashier
- Cook – in-house restaurant
- Assemble food daily for club members
- Catering functions – from small events to weddings with up to 300 guests
- Products ordering
- Stocking
- Opening and closing duties
- Established in 1984 – Denver, CO
Spanish Translator
World Services, LLC
01.2013 - Current
- Provide translation in a health care environment for non-English speaking patients/clients – on call basis
Line Cook/Salads/Breads
Olive Garden
07.2016 - 10.2017
- Line Cook
- Salad Station
- Bread prep
- Back up
- Closing shift responsibility
- Assist backup with prepping shift
- Floated during dinner rushes
- 2390 S. Havana St., Aurora, CO 80014
Trade Line and Food Services
Denver Health
03.2015 - 06.2016
- Production for the day/week
- Hospital trade line – hot side/cold side
- Management of the crew – breaks, floated people when necessary
- Worked Mongolian caféafé
- Prep food from scratch
- Set up line for shifts
- Opening and closing duties
- Member of the employee motivation committee to boost moral
- 2390 Bannock St. – Denver, CO 80204
Line Cook/Salads/Breads
T.G.I. Friday
11.2014 - 02.2015
- Line Cook
- Salad Station
- Bread prep
- Back up
- Prep line for opening shifts
- Closing shift responsibility
- Assist backup with prepping shift
- 14150 E. Alameda Pkwy – Aurora, CO 89912
Lead Cook
Dennys Restaurant
10.2012 - 10.2014
- Lead Cook
- Employee Training
- Opening and closing responsibility
- Stocking and maintaining refrigerators
- Bataan Memorial Rd. Las Cruces, NM
Receiving Team Member
Sears
10.2011 - 05.2012
- Receive and unload trucks
- Maintain stockroom
- Merchandise pickup service
- 14200 Alameda Ave. – Aurora, CO (303) 360-3545
Line Cook/Salads/Bread/Prep
Olive Garden
11.2009 - 07.2010
- Line Cook
- Salad Station
- Bread prep
- Back up
- Prep line for opening shifts
- Closing shift responsibility
- Assist backup with prepping shift
- Floated during dinner rushes
- 100 N. Telshor Ave – Las Cruces, NM – 575-522-0124
Circulation Desk Clerk
DACC Library
06.2006 - 09.2008
- Circulation desk
- Answering phones
- Assisting students with computer needs
- Checking books out
- Closing library
- 2800 N Sonoma Ranch Blvd (575) 528-7260
Co-Chef/Prep Cook/Line Cook
Savinos Ristoranti Italiano
07.2003 - 03.2004
- Head Chef
- Line cook
- Prep cook
- Baker
- Managed employees
- Order products
- Set pars for the week
- Managed food and labor costs
- 1120 Commerce, Suite C Las Cruces, NM
Prep cook
Ruby Tuesday
09.2001 - 07.2003
- Prep cook
- Salad line
- General janitorial work
- Las Cruces, NM
Prep Cook/Line Cook
Johnny Carino's Restaurant
10.2000 - 06.2001
- Prep cook according to procedures
- Trainer – train new employees
- General maintenance
- Stocking
- 510 S.Telshor, Las Cruces, NM 88011 – (505) 522-1400
Cook
Jalisco Care
04.1995 - 09.2000
- Line cook
- Prep cook
- 2545 Broadway St, Silver City, NM – (505) 388-2060
Night Stockman and T.L.E. Tech
Wal-Mart Store
06.1991 - 04.1995
- Stocking merchandise
- Oil and lube service and tire-changing
- Retail/sales
- Running the register
- Customer service
- 2501 E Hwy 180, Silver City, NM – (505) 388-1988
Education
High School Diploma - Culinary Arts and Business Administration
DACC
Las Cruces, NM01-2010
G.E.D. - Commercial Advertising Course
School for Business and Commerce
San Francisco, CABusiness Administration - undefined
WNMU
Silver City, NM01-1989
Skills
- Experience in restaurant management
- Experience in employee supervision
- Bilingual – Fluent in English and Spanish
- Translation English-Spanish for non-English speaking patients/clients in health care environments
- Strong attention to detail
- Able to master new skills quickly
- Multitasking
- Work well under pressure
Timeline
The Denver Athletic Club
06.2020 - Current
Line Cook/Salads/Breads
Olive Garden
07.2016 - 10.2017
Trade Line and Food Services
Denver Health
03.2015 - 06.2016
Line Cook/Salads/Breads
T.G.I. Friday
11.2014 - 02.2015
Spanish Translator
World Services, LLC
01.2013 - Current
Lead Cook
Dennys Restaurant
10.2012 - 10.2014
Receiving Team Member
Sears
10.2011 - 05.2012
Line Cook/Salads/Bread/Prep
Olive Garden
11.2009 - 07.2010
Circulation Desk Clerk
DACC Library
06.2006 - 09.2008
Co-Chef/Prep Cook/Line Cook
Savinos Ristoranti Italiano
07.2003 - 03.2004
Prep cook
Ruby Tuesday
09.2001 - 07.2003
Prep Cook/Line Cook
Johnny Carino's Restaurant
10.2000 - 06.2001
Cook
Jalisco Care
04.1995 - 09.2000
Night Stockman and T.L.E. Tech
Wal-Mart Store
06.1991 - 04.1995
Kountry Kitchen Restaurant
G.E.D. - Commercial Advertising Course
School for Business and Commerce
Business Administration - undefined
WNMU
High School Diploma - Culinary Arts and Business Administration
DACC