Jennifer De Jesus
Kissimmee
Summary
Seasoned Sous Chef with 9 years of experience in high-volume kitchens. Career achievements working with head chefs and kitchen staff to meet high standards for taste, presentation and service. 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
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Dietary Manager
Terrace of Kissimmee
10.2024 - Current
- Assisting with meal preparation
- Assembling patient trays
- Ensuring accuracy of meal trays and complying with dietary restrictions
- Maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas
- Assisting with stock inventory and ordering supplies.
- Recording meal records and intake information
- Updates, monitors, and follows-up on all pertinent information such as new patient admissions, discharges, transfers, diet order changes, food allergies, food preferences and food requests.
- Ensures patients menu selections are in compliance with prescribed diet order, nutritional adequacy, age, cultural background, and religious
Assistant Sous Chef
The Walt Disney Company
10.2022 - 10.2024
- Left because contract ended.
- Managed up to 40 employees in a Fine dining/High volume Disney Restaurant.
- Inventory management
- Scheduling with labor management
- Ensured consistent food quality by closely monitoring preparation and presentation standards.
- Strengthened teamwork among kitchen staff by fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and supportiveness.
Sous Chef
Salt and Celler
02.2020 - 10.2022
- Restaurant closed for 5 mos during remodeling and took a role with Disney.
- Upscale/Fine Scratch kitchen environment.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
- Collaborated in menu development including pastries.
Kitchen Manager
Applebee's
03.2015 - 02.2020
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
General Manager
Burger King
07.2011 - 03.2015
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
- Directed comprehensive sales efforts to exceed revenue targets consistently while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, introducing regular review sessions that boosted team performance and morale.
- Drove the successful execution of numerous large-scale events/promotions while closely managing costs/budgetary constraints associated with event planning/management activities.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining workflow processes and adopting cutting-edge technology.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, minimizing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels for uninterrupted operations.
- Optimized supply chain logistics, ensuring timely delivery of products and significantly reducing transportation costs.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Education
High School Diploma - Marketing Management
Saint Cloud High School
Saint Cloud, FL05.2012
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Leadership
- Training and Team Development
- Interviewing
- Kitchen management
- Administrative experience
- Bilingual
- Communication
- Culinary Experience
- Knife Skills
- Allergen awareness
- Dessert Making
- Grilling Techniques
Certification
- Serv safe
- Food handler
- Serv safe alcohol
- Driver license
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Dietary Manager
Terrace of Kissimmee
10.2024 - Current
Assistant Sous Chef
The Walt Disney Company
10.2022 - 10.2024
Sous Chef
Salt and Celler
02.2020 - 10.2022
Kitchen Manager
Applebee's
03.2015 - 02.2020
General Manager
Burger King
07.2011 - 03.2015
High School Diploma - Marketing Management
Saint Cloud High School
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