Hugo Ayala
Corpus Christi
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in leadership, inventory management, and safety compliance. Skilled in multitasking, problem-solving, and team collaboration, with a proven ability to oversee high-pressure environments while maintaining quality control standards. Adept at training and mentoring staff, managing scheduling and supply ordering, and ensuring a clean, organized, and efficient workspace. Demonstrates excellent customer service, time management, and conflict resolution skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Shift Leader
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Corpus Christi, TX
10.2020 - Current
- Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities by overseeing multiple cooking stations simultaneously while maintaining quality control standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health department standards for safety and sanitation.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Trained and mentored new cooks, resulting in increased productivity and improved teamwork within the kitchen staff.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, maintaining focus on completing tasks efficiently without compromising quality.
- Monitored equipment maintenance schedules, ensuring timely repairs and replacements as needed for uninterrupted kitchen operations.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Cook
Chili's Bar and Grill
Beeville, TX
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodsboro High School
Woodsboro, TX05-2016
Skills
- Team leadership
- Customer service
- Inventory control
- Multitasking and organization
- Sanitation procedures
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Health and safety compliance
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
10.2020 - Current
Cook
Chili's Bar and Grill
03.2018 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Woodsboro High School