Jimaida Arrieta Nieves
St.Cloud,Florida
Summary
Energetic, strong leadership skills, highly adaptive in ever changing work environments, bilingual. Ability to work in a team or by oneself, self motivated and goal oriented. Dedicated Chef offering experience contributing to team success. Friendly, outgoing and reliable professional in restaurant industry with background in cooking and management responsibilities. Passionate about maximizing kitchen productivity.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager, Chef
Improve the comedy club
12.2018 - Current
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
- Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
- Interviewed, hired and supervised back of house staff to clean tables, remove dishes, take food to tables and assist servers and bartenders.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
Lead Security Officer
Xanterra
Yellowstone National park, WY
04.2017 - 06.2019
- Conducted regular patrols of premises to ensure safety of staff and visitors.
- Equipment Inventory
- Supervised team members during shift changes and ensured proper coverage at all times.
- Ensured compliance with security protocols and procedures.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to any emergencies or threats reported by staff or visitors.
- Interacted with law enforcement officers when necessary regarding criminal activity, investigations, or arrests.
Lifeguard, Operation Supervisor
Shades Of Green Military Only
orlando, FL
02.2014 - 06.2016
- Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Tracked progress on projects and provided timely feedback to staff members.
- Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
- Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
- Provided CPR and water rescue training in site to staff.
- Coordinated employee schedules according to shift changes and availability.
Sous Chef, Line Cook
Improve the comedy club
orlando, FL
03.2012 - 03.2014
- Supporting Executive Chef in all areas to deliver high quality and great tasting food
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and recipes.
- Maintained accurate records for cost analysis purposes.
- Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
- Performed weekly inspections of all equipment for safety compliance.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
Sous Chef, Line Cook
Mr. Sister
orlando, FL
11.2010 - 11.2011
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
- Performed weekly inspections of all equipment for safety compliance.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
- Trained kitchen workers
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
Line cook
Café tutu Tangos
08.2008 - 08.2009
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
Education
EMT Paramedic, Search and Rescue - EMT Paramedic
Educational Technical College
Puerto Rico04-1999
Skills
- Kitchen Management
- Customer Service
- spanish Fluency
- Verbal and written communication
- High-volume service
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Kitchen Manager, Chef
Improve the comedy club
12.2018 - Current
Lead Security Officer
Xanterra
04.2017 - 06.2019
Lifeguard, Operation Supervisor
Shades Of Green Military Only
02.2014 - 06.2016
Sous Chef, Line Cook
Improve the comedy club
03.2012 - 03.2014
Sous Chef, Line Cook
Mr. Sister
11.2010 - 11.2011
Line cook
Café tutu Tangos
08.2008 - 08.2009
EMT Paramedic, Search and Rescue - EMT Paramedic
Educational Technical College
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