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Mariana Alejandra Quintero Moreno

Doral

Summary

Dynamic Kitchen Manager with proven expertise, excelling in operations management and team leadership. Skilled in inventory control and food safety, I drive process improvements that enhance efficiency and quality.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Manager

Just Salad
05.2025 - Current
  • Oversees daily kitchen operations to maintain efficiency and organization.
  • Supervises and trains staff, ensuring productivity and food quality.
  • Manages inventory, ordering, receiving, and proper storage.
  • Coordinates prep and production schedules for peak hours.
  • Enforces food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
  • Implements process improvements and resolves operational issues.
  • Supports cost control and labor targets.
  • Maintains positive and effective communication within the team.

Smoothie Prep

Pura Vida Miami
10.2023 - Current
  • Prepared daily ingredients for the Smoothie Station, ensuring freshness and consistency.
  • Maintained a clean, organized, and fully stocked workstation.
  • Applied correct cutting, labeling, storage, and rotation techniques.
  • Coordinated with the kitchen team during high-volume periods.
  • Monitored inventory and reported shortages proactively.
  • Followed FIFO to minimize waste.
  • Supported other kitchen areas as needed.

Prep Cook

Just Salad
10.2023 - 05.2024
  • Prepared fresh ingredients daily according to recipes and production standards.
  • Maintained a clean, organized, and efficient prep station.
  • Executed washing, cutting, portioning, and storage techniques.
  • Supported operations during peak hours by replenishing ingredients.
  • Followed FIFO and HACCP procedures.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline prep processes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Santo Tomas De Aquino
Venezuela
07-2005

Some College (No Degree) -

Industrial Engineering
Rafael Urdaneta University

Skills

  • Leadership & Supervision
  • Kitchen Operations Management
  • Food Prep & Production
  • Inventory Control & Ordering
  • Time Management
  • Food Safety & Sanitation
  • Quality Standards
  • Critical Thinking
  • Communication Skills
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Just Salad
05.2025 - Current

Smoothie Prep

Pura Vida Miami
10.2023 - Current

Prep Cook

Just Salad
10.2023 - 05.2024

High School Diploma -

Santo Tomas De Aquino

Some College (No Degree) -

Industrial Engineering
Mariana Alejandra Quintero Moreno