Julissa Ortiz
New York
Summary
Professional culinary leader with robust experience in high-volume kitchen operations and staff management. Strong focus on team development, collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Adept in inventory control, food safety, and quality assurance. Known for effective communication, problem-solving skills, and fostering positive work environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Dada Arts Lounge
6046 Myrtle Avenue
02.2024 - 11.2025
- Managed kitchen operations, ensuring consistency in food quality and presentation.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff in food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and optimizing ingredient usage.
- Developed menu items based on seasonal ingredients and customer feedback to enhance dining experience.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Developed and maintained high standard of kitchen hygiene, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Brunch Cook
Julila's
818 Woodward Avenue
04.2020 - 03.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels of ingredients.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
State University of New York
NYSkills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Staff training and development
- Kitchen management
- Inventory control
- Waste reduction
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Staff management
- Recipes and menu planning
- Employee scheduling
- Food plating and presentation
- Kitchen staff coordination
- Shift scheduling
- Portion control
- Budget management
- Spanish fluency
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Dada Arts Lounge
02.2024 - 11.2025
Brunch Cook
Julila's
04.2020 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
State University of New York