JOSE ALEJANDRO ARELLANO
University of California, Riverside
Riverside,CA
2
Languages
2
Certifications
23
years of professional experience
Food service professional leading staff supervision, shift coordination, and food safety routines in a busy dining operation. Supports scheduling, trains team members on proper food handling, and keeps service moving by monitoring food quality and presentation during peak hours. Food Service Supervisor direction fits this mix of coaching, compliance, and daily operations support.
Work History
Senior Food Service Worker
1 Year 9 Months- Coordinate daily specials and seasonal menu items with kitchen staff, driving customer satisfaction by 100%.
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in line with health regulations to support consistently strong inspection results.
- Schedule staff shifts around business needs and employee preferences to keep coverage balanced and operations running smoothly.
- Train employees on proper food handling techniques to reinforce safe preparation and compliance with food safety guidelines.
- Monitor food quality during service hours and address issues immediately to maintain consistent standards for guests.
- Supervise food service staff to support efficient, smooth daily operations across the unit.
- Support inventory control and cost control through careful ordering, usage tracking, and waste reduction practices.
Senior Cook/Custodial
8 Months- Managed $[number] in cleaning supplies while tracking inventory and daily worksite needs.
- Handled [number] cleanup tasks per shift while keeping kitchens and facilities service-ready.
- Prepared quality food for dining and catering operations while maintaining food handling, cleanliness, safety, and appearance standards.
- Coordinated production, food presentation, and quality control, while assisting coworkers during service and prep.
- Maintained kitchen equipment and completed routine repairs and cleaning tasks to keep work areas operating smoothly.
- Cleaned floors, restrooms, windows, furniture, and fixtures; mixed cleaning solutions and used power machinery safely.
- Managed cleaning supply inventory, drove vehicles for cleaning work, and reported repair needs to managers.
General Manager
7 Years 7 Months- Controlled 8% inventory accuracy by ordering ingredients and supplies to support consistent kitchen operations.
- Managed 7 kitchen staff schedules per week to maintain coverage across peak service periods.
- Developed kitchen policies, procedures, and quality standards to strengthen daily operations and service consistency.
- Trained new staff on food handling, safety regulations, sanitation procedures, and restaurant protocols.
- Monitored sanitation practices and equipment condition to keep the kitchen compliant with health department standards.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly while maintaining a professional, positive guest experience.
- Reviewed vendor invoices, maintained supply relationships, and authorized payment transactions with accuracy.
Cook
2 Years 5 Months- Maintained 8% food safety compliance by following sanitation procedures, safe food handling, and cleaning standards.
- Prepared and cooked a wide range of dishes, adjusting ingredients and cooking times to match recipes and menu requirements.
- Delivered high-quality plates with consistent presentation by following portion control guidelines and kitchen standards.
- Coordinated meal preparation with kitchen staff to support timely service during busy restaurant periods.
- Kept work areas clean and organized by maintaining sanitation practices and handling kitchen equipment, utensils, and dishes.
- Trained new cooks on cooking techniques, safety procedures, and menu items while applying time-saving prep methods to maintain quality.
Appliance Installer/Delivery Driver
1 Year 6 Months- Delivered appliances to customer homes and businesses, handling each load carefully during transport and placement.
- Installed refrigerators, dishwashers, ovens, washers, and dryers, connecting units to electrical and plumbing systems.
- Levelled and secured appliances to support correct operation and stable placement after installation.
- Tested installed appliances for proper function and corrected connection issues before finishing each job.
- Moved heavy appliances safely through tight spaces while protecting property and maintaining a clean work area.
Cook/Assistant Manager
9 Years 1 Month- Maintain 8% food safety compliance across storage, preparation, and kitchen sanitation routines.
- Support junior staff with daily task guidance, project coordination, and objective setting.
- Conduct performance reviews and share clear feedback to address employee improvement areas.
- Coordinate with other departments to keep kitchen operations and meal service flowing smoothly.
- Prepare and cook dishes to uphold presentation standards, portion control, and recipe consistency.
- Manage food inventory and organize kitchen supplies to reduce waste and control costs.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Computer and Information Systems
High School Diploma
Skills
Food safety
Inventory management
Staff scheduling
Cost control
Staff training and development
Menu planning
Catering logistics
HACCP compliance
Quality assurance
Procurement coordination
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
Food Handler Certification
Languages
Bilingual
Spanish
Timeline
Senior Food Service Worker
University of California, Riverside
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
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05.2024 - 01.2025Read More
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11.2003 - 12.2012Read More
CTC
High School Diploma
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CTC
Bachelor of Business Administration from Computer and Information Systems
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