Zenaida Padilla
South San Francisco,California
Summary
Experienced Catering Professional with expertise in food preparation, inventory, and exceptional customer service. Proven ability to manage time and multitask efficiently in fast-paced settings. Eager to bring established skills and enthusiasm to a Catering Host/Server role.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Porter
Canteen
05.2022 - Current
- Managed inventory and restocked shelves efficiently, maintaining a 100% stock availability rate during operating hours.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding snack and beverage quality or presentation within a timely manner, ensuring high employee satisfaction.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills by optimizing inventory and supplies.
Sterile Processing Technician
Sangamo
05.2021 - 01.2024
- Optimized instrument and equipment performance by implementing rigorous cleanliness and maintenance standards.
- Mitigated risk and ensured 100% regulatory compliance through the precise disposal of biohazardous materials and sharps.
- Upheld sterile integrity across processing environments, systematically eliminating contamination risks to ensure patient safety.
Banquet Caterer
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
06.2014 - 05.2022
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to make sure that food was being cooked and delivered in a timely manner.
- Organized and facilitated the planning of banquets that catered over 100 patrons weekly.
- Prepare for banquets by setting up tables, organizing utensils while coordinating with the kitchen crew.
Prep Cook
Imaging Group
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Partnered with staff to streamline and finalize daily production tasks, reducing prep time by 15%.
- Supported kitchen operations by managing the order flow during high-volume periods, increasing line speed.
- Ensured product integrity by following all food safety procedures, resulting in zero personal recorded violations over a 12-month period.
Education
Skyline College
CA12.2013
Skills
- Time Management
- Project Planning
- Catering
- Team Player
- Organization
- Bi-Lingual
- Team Facilitation
- Multitasking
- Customer Service
- Fast paced decision making
- Attention to detail
- Leadership
LANGUAGES
Spanish - Fluent
English - Intermediate
Timeline
Kitchen Porter
Canteen
05.2022 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician
Sangamo
05.2021 - 01.2024
Prep Cook
Imaging Group
02.2018 - 03.2020
Banquet Caterer
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
06.2014 - 05.2022
Skyline College