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Irving Samaniego

Tucson,AZ

Summary

Resourceful United States Navy with 3+ years of experience as Culinary Specialist providing food service and dining facility management. Accomplished in planning, preparing and serving balanced meals under strict deadlines and budget limitations. Focused on proper food handling, safety procedures and maintaining clean food service and dining environment.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Culinary Specialist

Navy
05.2022 - 04.2024
  • Increased overall efficiency by cross-training staff in various cooking techniques and station responsibilities.
  • Mentored junior culinary staff, fostering professional growth and supporting skill development.
  • Conducted regular safety checks on kitchen equipment to ensure proper functionality and minimize downtime due to repairs or replacements.
  • Established food preparation procedures and guidelines to promote meal consistency and quality.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen environment in compliance with health department regulations.
  • Reduced food waste through efficient inventory management and proper rotation of ingredients.

Education

High School Diploma -

Southgate Academy
Tucson, AZ
05.2017

Skills

  • Dining facility management
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Cooking methods
  • Estimating and ordering inventory
  • Preparing food
  • Serving food
  • Multitasking
  • Kitchen Safety
  • Knife Skills
  • Food Preparation

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Culinary Specialist

Navy
05.2022 - 04.2024

High School Diploma -

Southgate Academy
Irving Samaniego