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Karen Ariadna Avendano Ortiz

Custer,SD

Summary

Culinary professional with extensive experience in diverse settings including camps, hotels, restaurants, and resorts. Expertise in food production and presentation, consistently enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional service and teamwork. Proficient in food safety protocols and staff training, ensuring high-quality meal preparation and efficient kitchen operations.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cook (Banquets)

Custer State Park Resort
Custer, SD
05.2025 - Current
  • Cooked meats, fish, poultry or other foods using various methods such as baking, frying or grilling.
  • Prepared lunch for staff members.
  • Designed charcuterie trays tailored for unique events.
  • Assembled and organized bag lunches according to special requests.
  • Frosted and decorated cakes, cupcakes, doughnuts, sweet rolls, pastries, and cookies.
  • Prepared salad prep station by verifying ingredient freshness and maintaining stock levels throughout shift.
  • Assembled salads, sandwiches, desserts, and other cold menu items according to specifications.
  • Followed recipes to ensure meals met customer dietary needs.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records for daily operational supplies.
  • Kept detailed logs of food usage in compliance with health regulations.
  • Heated sauces, soups, and gravies following specified methods for quality assurance.
  • Trained new employees on safe meal preparation techniques.
  • Sanitized work areas and equipment to uphold food safety standards.

Prep Cook

Copper Mountain Ski Resort
Frisco, Colorado
10.2023 - 04.2025
  • Communicated effectively with other members of the kitchen staff regarding meal preparation procedures.
  • Sliced meats and cheeses for sandwiches using a variety of specialized knives.
  • Cleaned dishes, pots, pans and other kitchen equipment used during the day's operations.
  • Measured ingredients accurately using scales or measuring cups and spoons prior to cooking meals.
  • Operated kitchen equipment such as ovens stoves and slicers according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Organized food storage areas ensuring that all items were properly labeled and dated.
  • Dressed, seasoned and garnished appetizers and salads to prepare for food service.

Pantry Chef

Rockywold Deephaven Camps inc.
Holderness, NH
05.2023 - 08.2024
  • Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
  • Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
  • Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
  • Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
  • Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
  • Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
  • Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
  • Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
  • Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
  • Removed trash and cleaned kitchen garbage containers.
  • Placed food trays over warmers for immediate service or stored in refrigerated storage cabinets.

Prep Cook

Rockywold Deephaven Camps inc.
Holderness, NH
05.2022 - 09.2022
  • Assisted head chef by chopping and preparing cooking ingredients for guest and staff, about 350 people per meal.
  • Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
  • Maintained clean and orderly kitchen by regularly washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces and taking out trash.
  • Sliced meats to prepare for cooking and assembly of menu items.
  • Monitored freshness of food products to help reduce spoilage.
  • Dressed, seasoned and garnished appetizers and salads to prepare for food service.
  • Helped train and develop new talent.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.

Cook

Own Small Business
Tlaxiaco, Oaxaca
07.2020 - 05.2022
  • Created menu for food and beverages, for regular service and special menus.
  • Created tasty dishes, looking for the best recipe and also a good presentation.
  • Bought all the produce before started with preps for the service.
  • Dressed, seasoned and garnished appetizers and salads to prepare for food service.
  • Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
  • Monitored inventory levels of all food items to ensure adequate supplies are available at all times.
  • Monitored Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and other social media platforms to build customer connections.
  • Prepared variety of foods according to the orders received
  • Cleaned the kitchen at the end of the service
  • Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Operated kitchen equipment.

Cook

Camp Chen-a-wanda
Thompson, PA
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Prepared and maintained buffet and salad bar by checking temperatures, restocking food and monitoring potential avenues of contamination.
  • Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
  • Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
  • Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
  • Set up buffet and replenished items at salad bar.
  • Monitored buffet food quantities and refilled items.
  • Replaced aging items with fresh ingredients.
  • Removed trash and cleaned kitchen garbage containers.
  • Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Portioned and wrapped food or placed directly on plates for service to patrons.
  • Cut or sliced meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
  • Placed food trays over warmers for immediate service or stored in refrigerated storage cabinets.

Cook/Barista

Breve Cafe
Oaxaca De Juarez, Oax
03.2018 - 04.2020
  • Prepared specialty coffee drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, mochas, and Americanos.
  • Assisted in the preparation of baked goods including muffins, cookies, scones, cakes.
  • Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries quickly and professionally.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, washing dishes, and cleaning floors.
  • Followed safety procedures while operating machinery such as grinders and espresso machines.
  • Labeled containers of milk for use in coffee drinks according to expiration dates.
  • Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
  • Greeted and communicated with customers to take beverage orders and offer recommendations based on taste preferences.
  • Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
  • Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Prepared dough for a variety of bakery items such as breads, pastries, pies, cakes and cookies.
  • Decorated cakes with icing, sprinkles and other edible decorations.

Hostess

Hotel Quinta Real Oaxaca
Oaxaca De Juarez, Oaxaca
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Greeted guests warmly upon arrival, seating them promptly.
  • Verified reservations and wait times with customers.
  • Maintained a clean and organized dining area.
  • Assisted in preparing the restaurant for opening and closing shifts.
  • Provided menus to customers and answered questions regarding menu items.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.
  • Communicated clearly with kitchen staff regarding customer orders.
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills when interacting with customers.
  • Accurately recorded customer information into reservation system.
  • Created an enjoyable atmosphere by engaging in friendly conversation with guests.
  • Resolved any customer complaints or issues quickly and professionally.
  • Assisted servers in bussing tables when needed during busy periods.
  • Tracked inventory of tableware, linens, condiments., ensuring adequate supply levels at all times.
  • Stayed attentive to server availability and table turnover to quickly seat guests.
  • Built positive relationships with other front-of-house and kitchen staff.
  • Supported serving staff, food runners and bussers to keep dining room presentable and ready for guests.

Education

Masters in Education -

Instituto Universitario De Oaxaca
Oaxaca De Juarez
08.2022

BBA - Culinary Arts

Instituto Universitario De Oaxaca
Oaxaca De Juarez
07.2019

Skills

  • Food Production
  • Food Presentation
  • Customer Service
  • Task Delegation
  • Food Safety Protocols
  • Team Collaboration

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional

Certification

  • ServeSafe Food Handler Certification (7815880)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Cook (Banquets)

Custer State Park Resort
05.2025 - Current

Prep Cook

Copper Mountain Ski Resort
10.2023 - 04.2025

Pantry Chef

Rockywold Deephaven Camps inc.
05.2023 - 08.2024

Prep Cook

Rockywold Deephaven Camps inc.
05.2022 - 09.2022

Cook

Camp Chen-a-wanda
06.2021 - 08.2021

Cook

Own Small Business
07.2020 - 05.2022

Hostess

Hotel Quinta Real Oaxaca
06.2018 - 08.2018

Cook/Barista

Breve Cafe
03.2018 - 04.2020

Masters in Education -

Instituto Universitario De Oaxaca

BBA - Culinary Arts

Instituto Universitario De Oaxaca

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