Peggy Castillo Hidalgo
Sarasota,FL
Summary
Dynamic food and beverage supervisor with a proven track record at Buffalo Lodging Associates LLC, excelling in menu development and cost control. Expert in fine-dining service and staff leadership, I successfully implemented strategies that enhanced restaurant performance and reduced waste, fostering a high-quality dining experience while ensuring compliance with sanitation standards.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor De Alimentos Y Bebidas.
Buffalo Lodging Associates Llc
Estados Unidos.
10.2022 - 11.2025
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Spearheaded regular maintenance and repair operations to keep building and equipment in peak condition.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Worked with qualified chef to diversify menu with new offerings.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Coordinated kitchen activities with front-of-house staff for seamless and service.
- Directed food preparation and cooking activities to meet health and safety standards.
- Planned routine upkeep of kitchen equipment and facilities for safe and efficient operations.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
- Scheduled and rotated staff for adequate coverage and fair distribution of workload.
- Planned and executed promotions and special events in close collaboration with management.
- Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Trained new hires in food handling and safety protocols to boost knowledge and performance.
- Set and oversaw weekly and special event menu plans.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Licenciado En Cultura Fisica.
Universidad De Ciencias De La Cultura Fisica Y El Deporte.
Avenida Ignacio Agramonte Camaguey.06-2004
Skills
- Food presentation
- Ordering supplies
- Menu pricing
- Fine-dining expertise
- Bar management
- Sanitation standards
- Cost control
- Wine pairing
- Table service
- Menu development
- Portioning
- Staff consultation
- Inventory management
- Staff supervision
- Food safety compliance
- Culinary techniques
- Vendor negotiations
- Staff leadership
- Quality assurance
Certification
Certificate of Completion. Tips On-Premise Alcohol Server Training.
Foodhanler Training Program.
Food handling and food safety.
Food and beverage management.
Customer service and guest services.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Supervisor De Alimentos Y Bebidas.
Buffalo Lodging Associates Llc
10.2022 - 11.2025
Bachelor of Science - Licenciado En Cultura Fisica.
Universidad De Ciencias De La Cultura Fisica Y El Deporte.