Luis Rodriguez
Kingsville
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in culinary and landscaping roles, notably at Doubletree By Hilton. Proven ability to enhance workflow efficiency and ensure quality standards. Skilled in food handling and customer service, with a strong focus on training and mentoring team members to achieve project success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Doubletree By Hilton
Corpus Christi, TX
12.2025 - Current
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Assisted with training new kitchen staff on techniques and safety protocol.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Managed food inventory to minimize waste and ensure freshness of ingredient.
Foreman
Maldonado Nursery Landscape
Corpus Christi, TX
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Supervised daily landscaping tasks to ensure project completion and quality standards.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and equipment operation.
- Coordinated landscaping projects, managing crew schedules and resource allocation effectively.
- Implemented process improvements the enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced project completion times.
- Collaborated with clients to understand project requirements and deliver tailored landscaping solutions.
- Conducted site inspections to monitor progress and quality of work performed by crew members.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
Irrigation Foreman
Bay Area Landscape Nursey
Corpus Christi, TX
08.2014 - 10.2015
- Supervised installation and maintenance of irrigation systems to ensure optimal water distribution.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices for irrigation techniques and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular inspections of irrigation equipment to identify and resolve issues promptly.
- Collaborated with landscape architects to design efficient irrigation layouts for various projects.
Laborer Foreman
Swanner Landscaping
Corpus Christi, TX
05.2012 - 08.2014
- Supervised daily operations to ensure project timelines and quality standards were met.
- Trained and mentored new laborers on safety protocols and landscaping techniques.
- Coordinated equipment maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflow and increased team efficiency.
- Conducted regular site inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Santa Gertrude’s Academy
Kingsville, TXNo Degree - HVAC
Windham School Diplomna
TDCJ03.2025
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Skid Steer Operator
- Masonry Work
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Performance improvement
- Brazing
- Plumbing
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Lighting
Timeline
Cook
Doubletree By Hilton
12.2025 - Current
Foreman
Maldonado Nursery Landscape
08.2017 - 05.2018
Irrigation Foreman
Bay Area Landscape Nursey
08.2014 - 10.2015
Laborer Foreman
Swanner Landscaping
05.2012 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Santa Gertrude’s Academy
No Degree - HVAC
Windham School Diplomna