Ledy Escobar
Bridgeport,CT
Summary
Personable and bilingual individual with expertise working in fast-paced settings. A true professional with expertise spanning over 8 years of experience in the restaurant industry in various roles, including Catering Chef. Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Catering Chef
Magic Food Truck
01.2019 - Current
- 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.
- Followed all safety instructions to avoid injuries when operating heavy equipment in kitchen.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
Used Car Sales Associate
Guarantee Approval Motor
05.2021 - 09.2022
- Managed used vehicle wholesales and auction acquisitions and monitored and adjusted inventory to optimize customer options.
- Coached sales team to drive traffic through phone and online appointments and referrals to meet or exceed sales targets.
- Conducted daily and weekly sales meetings to develop viable sales forecasts and associated sales strategies.
- Forecasted goals and objectives for sales, gross and key expenses on monthly and annual basis.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
Kitchen Manager
Howling Hot Chicken
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Host
Sodexo
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
- Assisted managers with quickly resolving service- and food-related issues.
- Took reservations by phone and walk-in, keeping scheduling demands, and kitchen output in time to avoid overbooking.
Customer Service Representative
Little Taste Of Peru
09.2015 - 05.2019
- Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Norwalk Community College
Norwalk, CT05.2026
High School Diploma -
Stamford High School
Stamford, CT06.2016
Skills
- Food Preparation
- Production Standards
- Portion Standards
- Staff Performance Assessments
- Preservation Methods
- Rotation Procedures
- Hospital Standards
- Food Handling Standards
- Critical Thinking
- Microsoft Word
- Trained in Salesforce
Certification
CDL
PCT
FOOD MANAGER HANDLING
BARTENDERING
NOTARY
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Timeline
Used Car Sales Associate
Guarantee Approval Motor
05.2021 - 09.2022
Kitchen Manager
Howling Hot Chicken
01.2020 - 05.2022
Host
Sodexo
01.2020 - 05.2022
Catering Chef
Magic Food Truck
01.2019 - Current
Customer Service Representative
Little Taste Of Peru
09.2015 - 05.2019
No Degree - General Studies
Norwalk Community College
High School Diploma -
Stamford High School
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