Lisa Dazo
Santa Maria,CA
Summary
Cafeteria Manager with extensive experience at Santa Maria-Bonita School District, recognized for exceptional staff supervision and strict food safety compliance. Demonstrated success in enhancing operational efficiency and upholding rigorous health standards. Proficient in inventory management and committed to creating a positive customer service environment, delivering high-quality food service, and fostering a positive work environment for staff.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cafeteria Manager III
Santa Maria-bonita School District
Santa Maria, CA
05.2024 - Current
- Managed daily operations of cafeteria, including customer service, food preparation and inventory management.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Managed cafeteria employees, ensuring compliance with food handling standards, safety practices, and customer service expectations.
- Ensured compliance with health codes and regulations in the cafeteria kitchen.
- Executed quality checks of food service equipment and appliances, verified proper working condition and scheduled preventive maintenance and repairs without service disruptions.
Cafeteria Manger II
Santa Maria-bonita School District
Santa Maria, CA
07.2020 - 04.2024
- Oversaw daily operations of cafeteria, focusing on customer service, food preparation, and inventory control.
- Ordered necessary supplies for the efficient operation of the cafeteria.
- Supervised culinary processes to maintain high standards in preparation, production and presentation.
- Maintained adherence to health standards and regulations in the cafeteria kitchen.
- Monitored cafeteria environments to confirm sanitary conditions and organization.
Food Service Worker II
Santa Maria-bonita School District
Santa Maria, CA
10.2014 - 06.2020
- Assisted in the preparation of food items according to recipes and instruction.
- Followed food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
- Assisted with inventory management and restocking supplies as needed.
- Maintained cleanliness standards for all service areas including caferteia, kitchen and storage areas.
Food Service Worker I
Santa Maria-bonita School District
Santa Maria, CA
09.2008 - 10.2014
- Assisted in the preparation of food items according to recipes and instructions.
- Assisted with inventory management and restocking supplies as needed.
- Served meals to customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Monitored inventory levels of food items used during meal services.
Education
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CASkills
- Staff supervision and assistance
- Food and supplies ordering
- Inventory management
- Food safety compliance
- Supply ordering and management
- Recipes and menu planning
- Cafeteria equipment operations
- Health and safety procedures
Certification
- ServSafe Certification
- School Food Culinary Boot Camp Certification
- CIA Culinary Institute of America Boot Camp Certification
Timeline
Cafeteria Manager III
Santa Maria-bonita School District
05.2024 - Current
Cafeteria Manger II
Santa Maria-bonita School District
07.2020 - 04.2024
Food Service Worker II
Santa Maria-bonita School District
10.2014 - 06.2020
Food Service Worker I
Santa Maria-bonita School District
09.2008 - 10.2014
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Allan Hancock College