Joanna Ortiz
Paterson,NJ
Summary
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lifeguard
NJPM-New Jersey Pool Management
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Maintained order and cleanliness at swimming pool and surrounding areas to uphold hygiene standards.
- Cleared pool areas of debris and hazardous objects to increase safety.
- Inspected and tested pool equipment functionality to minimize hazards.
Cook
Self-empolyed
01.2019 - 03.2023
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
Tile Installer
The Grout Doctor
04.2019 - 05.2022
- Cut and prepared tiles for installation following precise measurements and job specifications.
- Maintained safe, clean and organized work environment.
- Prepared for new installations and repair work by removing original materials and debris.
- Placed marble and tiles into place using spacers to achieve proper spacing for grout application.
- Updated logs and completed timely job paperwork.
- Determined and implemented best layout to achieve desired pattern.
- Delivered excellent customer services, promptly addressing concerns and questions.
Wedding Caterer
The Tides Estate
03.2017 - 03.2019
- Cooked for large groups of people and managing various types of food for large events.
- Created catering menu based upon client specifications, event type, dietary needs, and budget.
- Ordered food items and supplies needed to fulfill catering jobs.
- Crafted exciting catering options for clients.
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Delivered catered food and supplies to facility for on-time set-up.
- Transported meal and beverage trays from kitchen and bar areas to serve guest tables.
- Maintained flexible work schedule to meet event needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lakeland Regional High School
Wanaque, NJ06.2008
Skills
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Event Catering
- Kitchen Sanitization
- Cutting Techniques
- Safe Food Handling Procedures
- Cleaning and Organization
Timeline
Lifeguard
NJPM-New Jersey Pool Management
05.2023 - 09.2023
Tile Installer
The Grout Doctor
04.2019 - 05.2022
Cook
Self-empolyed
01.2019 - 03.2023
Wedding Caterer
The Tides Estate
03.2017 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Lakeland Regional High School
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