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Lidia Bejaran

El Mirage,AZ

Summary

Driven leader with strong problem-solving and customer service skills. Dedicated to providing the highest level of service to customers and creating a pleasant work environment for staff. Knowledgeable in food safety and sanitation protocols.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dining Room Manager

Fellowship Square
Surprise, AZ
05.2024 - Current

Manager (Dining Room, Cafe/Bistro, Assisted Living Memory Care)

  • Oversees daily dining room operations, greets guests, seats at tables and brings orders to assist front of house staff.
  • Trains and mentors staff on service standards and operational procedures, streamlined workflow processes by cross-training employees in various roles throughout the dining room.
  • Collaborates with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of meals and address dietary needs.
  • Implements new menu items and coordinates special events to enhance customer engagement.
  • Conducts regular inventory assessments to maintain optimal stock levels and minimize waste.
  • Creates efficient schedules for all dining room staff members.
  • Designs overall floorplans and coordinates modifications for events and special reservations.
  • Takes special reservations and plans accommodations with kitchen and front of house staff.
  • Fosters a culture of teamwork among staff members by regularly hosting meetings and conducting regular performance evaluations.
  • Coordinates with other departments (marketing and activities/entertainment events) to ensure seamless execution.
  • Manages inventory and supply ordering, maintaining optimal stock levels to support daily operations.

Kitchen Manager

Line Cook

Deli Clerk

Bashas
Surprise, AZ
04.2023 - 05.2025
  • Operated deli equipment safely, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Provided exceptional customer service by assisting customers with product selection and answering inquiries.

Line Cook

McKesson (Sodexo)
Scottsdale, AZ
10.2019 - 07.2020

Prepared diverse menu items according to standardized recipes and quality standards. Ensured food safety protocols and sanitation practices were consistently followed.

Catering - Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests. Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations in line with formality and specifications of each event.

Dietary Cook

Meadows Behavioral Healthcare
Wickenburg, AZ
07.2016 - 10.2019

Prepared nutritious meals following dietary guidelines and individual patient needs.

BHT - Behavioral Health Technician - Assisted in implementing therapeutic activities to promote emotional and psychological well-being.

Sous Chef

Rancho De Los Caballeros-Guest Ranch Resort
Wickenburg, AZ
10.2004 - 12.2016

AM Sous Chef -Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.

Lead Cook - Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.

Pantry Chef, Omelet Chef; Dishwasher

Education

Associate in Applied Science - Culinary Arts

Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZ
05-2023

Skills

  • Spanish/English Bilingual
  • Food safety
  • Team management
  • Staff training
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Critical thinking
  • Reliability
  • Guest relations

Certification

Liquor License #012070007099 Exp. 03/2027

ServSafe #25458448 Exp. 04/2029

Fingerprint Clearance Card, CPI and CPR

Timeline

Dining Room Manager

Fellowship Square
05.2024 - Current

Deli Clerk

Bashas
04.2023 - 05.2025

Line Cook

McKesson (Sodexo)
10.2019 - 07.2020

Dietary Cook

Meadows Behavioral Healthcare
07.2016 - 10.2019

Sous Chef

Rancho De Los Caballeros-Guest Ranch Resort
10.2004 - 12.2016

Associate in Applied Science - Culinary Arts

Estrella Mountain Community College