Highly detail-oriented Assistant Director with a forward-thinking mindset. Known for generating high-quality work and driving success through tenacity. Exceptional organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director
Seagate Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Brooklyn, NY
02.1997 - Current
Analyzed operational reports to determine trends related to food costs
Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in all areas of the kitchen.
Managed financial aspects such as tracking expenses, calculating costs per meal served.
Supervised and coordinated activities of food service personnel to ensure efficient operation of the facility
Developed menus that met nutritional requirements while staying within budget guidelines.
Performed regular inspections of kitchen equipment and storage areas for cleanliness and functionality.
Monitored portion sizes and plate presentation to ensure consistency across all dishes served.
Scheduled staff shifts, monitored attendance, and managed payroll records.
Ordered necessary supplies from approved vendors to maintain adequate stock levels.
Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding new employees when needed.
Maintained inventory of supplies, equipment, and food items needed for daily operations.
Provided direction to staff on proper preparation techniques for menu items.
Conducted weekly training sessions with staff members on food safety practices and standards.
Investigated complaints regarding food quality or residents' service issues promptly and effectively resolved them.
Purchased food and supplies according to department needs.
Trained workers in food preparation and cleaning roles to facilitate kitchen operations.
Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
Performed continuous evaluations of employee performance and service levels.
Created and adjusted department schedules and individual shift assignments.
Monitored food storage, handling, preparation and delivery to maintain health and safety standards.
Responded to residents' concerns efficiently, accurately, and with detailed information.
Monitored actions of staff to uphold health and safety standards.
Performed frequent checks to maintain consistently high quality of food preparation and service.
Scanned kitchen and service areas for items that needed to be cleaned or replenished and directed staff to complete tasks.
Reviewed daily task list with employees and assigned tasks for completion.
Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss operational improvements and address concerns.
Developed and implemented staff schedules to ensure full coverage during peak hours.
Created a collaborative work setting that motivated employees and emphasized teamwork.
Collaborated with health inspectors to promptly address compliance issues.
Maintained accuracy and compliance in recording food safety/temperature logs to meet company standards
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Food Safety Manager Certification & Training
LaGuardia Community College of The City University of New York
Long Island City, NY
09-2004
Skills
Operations Management
Strategic Planning
Economic development
Workforce Planning
Recruitment and hiring
Staff Development
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
Food Managerial Certificate
Serv Safe
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Director
Seagate Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
02.1997 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Food Safety Manager Certification & Training
LaGuardia Community College of The City University of New York