Odalys Bailon
PRMC
Odessa,TX
9
years of professional experience
Kitchen member with 5 years of experience in hospital and nursing home food services, skilled in meal preparation for diverse dietary needs and adhering to food safety regulations. Adaptable to fast-paced work environments and motivated to grow and advance professionally.
Work History
Am Cook/Catering Coordinator
4 Years 6 Months- Prepared daily breakfast by executing established recipes and adhering to standard menus with consistent quality.
- Prepares specialized meals for residents with medical needs, such as regular, mechanical, low-sodium, diabetic, renal, or pureed textures & diets.
- Adjust food flavor, appearance, and consistency to ensure meals remained appetizing and easy to eat.
- Prepares authorized substitute foods or snacks for residents who refuse or cannot eat the planned meal.
- Follow production sheets to maintain accurate portion sizes and prescribed food items per patient, per medical team instructions.
- Plate and serve resident meals directly within dining room area.
- Ensure all patient and resident trays are complete and meet required dietary specifications.
- Coordinate catering services for hospital meetings and events.
- Prepare and organize food according to event needs.
- Prepare catering orders and ensure all items are ready on time.
- Set up and serve food for meetings and events.
- Ensure food is presented neatly and professionally.
- Coordinate delivery and setup of catering orders.
Starter
10 Months- Prepared starter station with required ingredients, utensils, and serving supplies for smooth meal service.
- Followed food safety procedures while handling products, equipment, and work surfaces throughout shift.
- Supported kitchen team by assembling menu items accurately according to service standards and instructions.
- Monitored holding temperatures and reported concerns to maintain quality and compliance.
Food Preparer
6 Months- Prepared flour tortillas from scratch.
- Maintained clean prep stations, equipment, and work areas to support food safety standards.
Farm Laborer
7 Months- Monitored tomato plants to ensure healthy and proper growth.
- Performed suckering and pruning of tomato plants.
- Removed excess shoots and leaves to promote healthy plant growth.
- Inspected plants regularly and reported issues to the supervisor.
- Followed instructions and quality standards for crop production.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area.
Gas Station Cashier
1 Year 3 Months- Processed cash, credit, and debit transactions accurately using point-of-sale system.
- Verified customer age for tobacco and alcohol sales in compliance with store policies.
- Restocked merchandise, coolers, and impulse-buy displays to maintain organized sales floor.
- Greeted customers promptly and resolved basic questions with courteous service.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Multidisciplinary Teamwork
Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
Belingual
Customer Service
Knowledge of Special Dietary Requirements
Food Safety & Sanitation
Meal Preparation & Serving
Tray Preparation & Accuracy
Following Diet Orders
Time Management
Teamwork & Communication
Attention to Detail
Consistently On Time
Ability to Work in a Fast-Paced Environment
Maintaining a Clean & Organized spaces
Basic computer skills
Willingness to learn
Bilingual
Timeline
Am Cook/Catering Coordinator
PRMC
04.2022 - CurrentRead More
Starter
Unidine
05.2021 - 03.2022Read More
Food Preparer
Tortas & More
10.2020 - 04.2021Read More
Farm Laborer
Village Farmhouse
05.2019 - 12.2019Read More
Gas Station Cashier
Valero Gas Station
02.2018 - 05.2019Read More
Presidio High School
High School Diploma
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