Miriam Noemi Arzate Martinez

Managed daily restaurant operations serving a high volume of customers and supervising up to 8 employees.

• Controlled food costs, portion standards, inventory, purchasing, and overall financial performance.

• Developed and updated menus to ensure quality, consistency, and profitability.

• Ensured full compliance with California health and safety regulations.

• Provided hands-on leadership, resolved customer concerns, and oversaw cash handling and sales reporting.

• Launched and operated a mobile food business at local Farmers Markets, fairs, and large-scale events.

• Prepared food, managed full booth setup, and delivered direct customer service.

• Handled expense tracking, bookkeeping, sales reporting, and inventory management.

• Coordinated catering services for companies, schools, and private clients.

• Recruited, trained, and supervised staff for peak hours and special events.

• Built partnerships with community and nonprofit organizations.

Started as Kitchen Assistant and promoted to Kitchen Lead specializing in catering operations.

• Supervised kitchen staff, ensured food quality, portion accuracy, and waste control.

• Maintained compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.

• Ensured kitchen organization, cleanliness, and operational efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

• Coordinated catering orders ensuring accuracy, quality, and on-time delivery.