Mark Barrientos
Fairfield,CA
Summary
Experienced and adaptable professional with a background in culinary services, maintenance, and recruiting. Skilled in problem-solving, communication, and coordinating multiple priorities while supporting safe, efficient operations. Known for training junior personnel and delivering reliable results under pressure.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Culinary Specialist
US Navy
San Diego, CA
05.2015 - 11.2025
- Planned menus aligned with supply needs and ration requirements to ensure optimal nutrition for crew.
- Trained junior sailors in food safety and meal preparation to elevate kitchen standards and compliance.
- Coordinated special meal service for watch teams and missions to enhance morale and meet operational demands.
- Prepared daily meals for shipboard crews in Navy galleys.
- Planned and prepared meals for large groups of people, using standardized recipes.
- Maintained sanitation standards across food storage and preparation areas.
- Enforced safe handling practices in accordance with Navy food service rules.
- Inspected galley equipment and reported maintenance issues.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Received, stored, and rotated provisions using Navy inventory procedures.
- Assisted in training new employees in proper cooking methods and food safety practices.
- Performed quality control checks on all cooked foods before serving them to customers.
- Collaborated productively and professionally with colleagues representing widely diverse points of view.
Maintenance Technician
US Navy
San Diego, California
05.2015 - 11.2025
- Troubleshot mechanical and electrical faults using Navy maintenance procedures.
- Performed preventive maintenance on Naval vessel equipment and shipboard systems.
- Coordinated repairs with sailors and supervisors across shipboard departments.
- Followed safety protocols during confined-space and hazardous maintenance tasks.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
NAVY RECRUITER
US Navy
Modesto, California
12.2020 - 03.2024
- Recruited qualified applicants for US Navy enlistment programs
- Conducted applicant interviews and screened eligibility requirements
- Guided candidates through Navy recruiting and accession paperwork to facilitate successful enlistment.
- Explained Navy benefits, ratings, and career opportunities to applicants
- Explained job duties, compensation and benefits to potential candidates.
- Coordinated testing appointments and enlistment contract briefings to streamline applicant evaluation process.
- Maintained applicant records in Navy recruiting systems and files
- Promoted open positions through social media and digital marketing strategies to attract qualified candidates.
- Worked with senior leadership to develop comprehensive recruitment strategies for long-term implementation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Colegio De La Inmaculada Concepcion – Cebu
PHILIPPINES03-2013
Skills
- Food safety
- Menu planning
- Maintenance & repair
- Talent acquisition
- Recruitment documentation
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Computer skills
- Excellent communication
- Friendly, positive attitude
Certification
- CPR/AED
- FIRST AID
- ENLISTED LEADERSHIP TRAINING
- CULINARY SPECIALIST CLASS A
- ENLISTED NAVY RECRUITING ORIEN/RCRT CANV
Timeline
NAVY RECRUITER
US Navy
12.2020 - 03.2024
Culinary Specialist
US Navy
05.2015 - 11.2025
Maintenance Technician
US Navy
05.2015 - 11.2025
High School Diploma -
Colegio De La Inmaculada Concepcion – Cebu