Maria Rodriguez
Channelview,TX
Summary
Accomplished Economic Director at CICMA, adept at leveraging data analytics to drive strategic initiatives and enhance operational efficiency.
Expertise in cooking techniques and food preparation, ensuring high-quality culinary experiences.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Hess Tower (compass)
01.2016 - Current
- Prepared diverse menu items in accordance with established recipes and quality standards.
- Work as a team with kitchen staff to ensure compliance with food safety standards and operating procedure.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced waste.
- Trained new cooks on kitchen equipment usage and proper cooking techniques.
Cook
Arch Staffing
08.2015 - 01.2016
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Economic Director
CICMA
01.2001 - 03.2004
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategic initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Drove process improvements through data analysis, resulting in streamlined workflows and reduced costs.
- Evaluated key performance indicators to assess program effectiveness and inform strategic decision-making.
- Managed resource allocation for projects, optimizing budget utilization and maximizing return on investment.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Leveraged data analytics insights for informed decision-making in critical areas such as sales forecasting, budgeting, or personnel management.
Economy
CICMA
09.2000 - 01.2001
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Guira De Melena
La Habana, CubaEducacion Media -
School of Economics, Habana Vieja
La Habana, Cuba07-1999
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Sanitation practices
- Food plating and presentation
- Cooking techniques
- Food handler certification
- Beautiful presentation of food
- Food spoilage prevent
- Menu planning
- Knife skills
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Cook
Hess Tower (compass)
01.2016 - Current
Cook
Arch Staffing
08.2015 - 01.2016
Economic Director
CICMA
01.2001 - 03.2004
Economy
CICMA
09.2000 - 01.2001
High School Diploma -
Guira De Melena
Educacion Media -
School of Economics, Habana Vieja