Jaclyn Uribe
Monticello ,Minnesota
Summary
Food service professional seeking growth and opportunity. Having over 15 years experience in quantity cooking, I have maintained a strong work ethic and passion for what I do. I am easy to work with and can learn from others easily. Have current Food Safety and Protection Manager Certification.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Culinary Manager
Guardian Angels Senior Services
Albertville, MN
02.2025 - Current
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with safety and health regulations.
- Developed and implemented menus tailored to residents' dietary needs and preferences.
- Trained and mentored culinary staff on food preparation techniques and service standards.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste while maintaining stock levels.
- Implemented detailed recipe documentation procedures, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation across all dishes served.
- Attracted new clientele with creative marketing initiatives such as themed events or special promotions highlighting unique culinary experiences.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to assess dietary requirements for residents' health improvement.
- Collaborated with Life Enrichment department to fulfill culinary requests for events and activities.
- Led culinary meetings with residents, incorporating resident feedback for continuous improvement.
- Reduced food waste and costs with careful menu planning, ingredient sourcing, and portion control.
- Scheduled kitchen staff of 20+ people while monitoring hours worked in various roles to ensure we are aligned with FTE budget.
- Fostered a welcoming work environment by promoting positivity and teamwork
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively engaging with staff members, promoting open communication channels, and demonstrating support for ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Maintained consistently high food safety standards by enforcing strict adherence to sanitation guidelines and conducting regular inspections of kitchen facilities.
- Analyzed menu performance, recommending adjustments based on resident preferences and seasonal trends.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Monitor and ensure staff are compliant with mandatory training.
- Monitor time cards of staff, ensuring proper use of time clock.
- Code and send invoices to Accounts Payable, logging expenses to ensure we are on par with budgeting.
- Promote best use of customer service skills to provide our residents with the service they deserve :)
Culinary Director
Willows Landing
Monticello
12.2022 - 02.2025
- Took inventory of supplies and maintained accurate stock records to minimize losses and support supply ordering.
- Inspected deliveries for accuracy and safety.
- Developed menus and meal plans which met personnel needs, utilizing available supplies and within budget restrictions.
- Maintained records and awareness of unique dietary restrictions or allergies of personnel, accommodating needs in meal preparation.
- Established food preparation procedures and guidelines to promote meal consistency and quality.
- Conducted inspections of food preparation and dining facilities to verify compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Planned menus and ordered various food stock to provide balanced and nutritious meals.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Improved kitchen morale by fostering a positive work environment where team members felt valued and supported in their professional growth opportunities.
Cook
Willows Landing
Monticello
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for residents.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand and satisfy residents.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to residents and staff.
- Used my experience in quantity cooking to minimize food waste.
Banquet Cook
The Wellstead of Rogers
Rogers
04.2020 - 09.2022
- Worked alongside chefs, as a team, preparing large quantity meals.
- Prepared quality meals for residents in the Assisted Living daily.
- Worked as an "essential worker" during the height of the Covid-19 crisis.
- Made dishes from scratch with fresh ingredients.
- Used my food safety and sanitation knowledge to maintain a healthy, clean kitchen.
- Prepared high-quality dishes for large events, ensuring timely service and presentation standards.
Cook
Haven Homes of Maple Plain
Maple Plain
10.2006 - 04.2020
- Prepared meals for residents of the nursing home, following specific diets and textures.
- Properly measured food serving sizes to meet state regulated dietary standards
- Work closely with dietary team to maintain a positive, functional work environment.
- Monitor equiptment and notify maintenance when things need attention.
- Practice food safety and sanitation that meets the expectations of the Minnesota Department of Health.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rockford High School
Rockford, MN2009
Skills
- Nutrition and meal planning
- Estimating and ordering inventory
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Preparing food
- Serving food
- Safe food handling
- Cost controls
- Kitchen staff coordination
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Scheduling
- Food plating and presentation
- Leadership trained
Certification
- CFPM
- ServSafe
Timeline
Culinary Manager
Guardian Angels Senior Services
02.2025 - Current
Culinary Director
Willows Landing
12.2022 - 02.2025
Cook
Willows Landing
12.2021 - 12.2022
Banquet Cook
The Wellstead of Rogers
04.2020 - 09.2022
Cook
Haven Homes of Maple Plain
10.2006 - 04.2020
High School Diploma -
Rockford High School