Moses Garza III
San Antonio,TX
Summary
I am a motivated Chef with more than 14 years combined of experience in the culinary industry, and an entrepreneur eager to learn even more and broaden more my horizon. Even though for most of my working span as been in the kitchen, no matter what field I am in, no matter where I go, I am always looking forward to doing something new, learning new environments and field, and no matter what giving it my all. I had been trying to establish my own company since 2020, and I am constantly looking at economic trends, looking to see what business meetings I could possibly partner with for development. In my culinary history, I am always in communication with management and partner to analyze food costs and forecast business trends to make menu recommendations to meet company goals! One thing for sure I can never stop coming up with new ideas and thinking of what can always be done better!
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Marriott International, Inc.
San Antonio, Texas
07.2021 - Current
- Multitasked in a high-paced, high-demand environment in a professional manner to cater to local, national, and worldwide conventions in banquet and restaurant departments, including recently hosting an NCAA game and hosting the Alamo Bowl every year.
- Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
- Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
- Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
- Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
CEO and Founder
Hinotama Restaurant Corporation and Caterers
San Antonio, TX
03.2020 - Current
- Promoted company public profile by delivering speeches, writing articles and presenting at industry conferences as public face of organization.
- Cultivated successful business culture focused on performance optimization and goal attainment.
- Controlled business direction changes and provided support during restructurings.
- Revitalized business plans and realigned company objectives to increase overall profits.
- Determined revenue and profit impacts of market strategies and led business direction toward profitable channels.
- Built high-energy, forward-thinking team to modernize legacy operations and keep organization agile in changing conditions.
- Devised marketing packages, including web design, remarketing campaigns, key phrase packages and new media advertising campaigns to increase search engine optimization (SEO) for clients.
- Built relationships with strategic partners leading to business development opportunities.
- Recruited and hired talented professionals with drive and dynamic skills to build success within organization.
Front Desk Agent
Woodspring Suites
Brownsville , Texas
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently.
- Kept accurate records of guest transactions.
- In charge of posting and updating vacancies on travel websites, and Craigslist.
- Kept a record of rates from other competitors within the radius.
- Attended to guests' questions, comments, and concerns to their satisfaction.
- Kept a record of inventory and updated the housekeeping schedule every morning.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed according to company standards.
- Monitored security cameras in lobby area as needed.
- Provided information about hotel amenities, services, and local attractions.
- Contacted housekeeping or maintenance staff to report room or building issues.
- Verified accuracy of room rates and other charges during check-in process.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
Social Hour Attendant (Chef)
Staybridge Suites
Brownsville , Texas
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Maintained cleanliness, neatness and organization of all areas.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Manager-in-Training
Lubys Inc
Brownsville , Texas
04.2014 - 07.2018
- Contributed to organizational initiative to achieve weekly sales, budget and other targeted goals.
- Motivated employees to share ideas and feedback.
- Assisted with administrative and corporate tasks to better understand industry processes.
- Communicated status of assigned responsibilities to management.
- Balanced cash drawer daily and performed all opening and closing duties.
- Shadowed managers to gain understanding of organizational expectations and management techniques.
- Acquired all knowledge of company inventory, records, recipes, procedures, and standards
- Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
- Facilitated meetings between upper management and staff members to discuss ideas or issues related to operations.
- Assisted in the development of sales strategies and customer retention plans.
- Managed recruitment efforts including job postings, interviewing applicants, and making hiring decisions.
- Worked closely with customers to understand needs and resolve diverse issues.
- Implemented effective change management techniques when introducing new products or services.
- Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
- Supported staff training, development and evaluation.
- Assisted department heads with budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
Education
Business Administration And Criminal Science
Homer Hanna Early College High School
Brownsville, TX06.2014
Skills
- Business development
- Strategic and creative planning
- Corporate leadership
- Productivity performance
- Persistent
- Positive enthusiasm
- Company and teamwork dedicated
- Reliable and dependable
- Microsoft Word and Excel
- Eager in learning, problem solving, and creativity
- Team building
- Staff training
- Time management
- Collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Project management
- Relationship building
Timeline
Cook
Marriott International, Inc.
07.2021 - Current
CEO and Founder
Hinotama Restaurant Corporation and Caterers
03.2020 - Current
Social Hour Attendant (Chef)
Staybridge Suites
09.2019 - 06.2020
Front Desk Agent
Woodspring Suites
07.2018 - 07.2021
Manager-in-Training
Lubys Inc
04.2014 - 07.2018
Business Administration And Criminal Science
Homer Hanna Early College High School