Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
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Rebeca Saldana

Sonoma,CA

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Cook

Sonoma Post Acute
Sonoma , CA
02.2023 - Current
  • Prepared garnishes for later use in meal production.
  • Maintained records of food costs, sales figures, employee hours worked, and other relevant data.
  • Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies of customers.
  • Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
  • Implemented food quality specifications through menu planning, plate presentation, and quality checks.
  • Taught kitchen staff about proper nutrition, food allergies and dietary issues.
  • Experimented with new recipes and ingredients to refresh menu offerings.
  • Conducted periodic inventories of kitchen equipment, utensils, and supplies to determine restocking needs.

Receptionist/Key Holder

American Best Eyeglasses
Sonoma, CA
06.2023 - 03.2024
  • Managed company database and ensured the accuracy of contact information.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements and accommodations for staff and visiting guests.
  • Compiled data from various sources into organized reports for management review.
  • Assisted in maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
  • Greeted and directed visitors to appropriate personnel and answered large number of calls and emails daily.
  • Maintained an organized filing system of confidential client information in accordance with company policy.
  • Transmitted information or documents to customers through email, mailings or facsimile machine.

Chef

Scribe Winery
Sonoma , CA
02.2017 - 07.2023
  • Created weekly schedules for employees based on projected business volume.
  • Suggested and prepared promotional dishes according to ingredient availability and customer preferences.
  • Developed standard recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation, promoting consistently high-quality food items.
  • Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
  • Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
  • Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
  • Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
  • Placed frequently used ingredients in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
  • Checked quality of raw materials before use.
  • Delegated tasks and supervised kitchen staff to optimize food preparation, presentation and safety.
  • Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
  • Tracked ingredient inventories to estimate purchasing needs and prevent unnecessary expenditures.

Server

tortillas Jalisco
Sonoma, CA
01.2016 - 02.2023
  • Addressed complaints to kitchen staff and served replacement items.
  • Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
  • Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders.
  • Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
  • Served food and beverages to patrons and confirmed complete orders.
  • Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
  • Informed customers of daily specials and signature menu items.
  • Responded to ad hoc cleaning duties at end of shift.
  • Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.

Medical Receptionist

Sonoma postacute
Sonoma, Ca
06.2020 - 01.2023
  • Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
  • Kept waiting room neat and organized by stacking magazines, removing trash, and cleaning glass.
  • Transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel.
  • Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
  • Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.

Reception Assistant

Sonoma acress home facility
Sonoma, Ca
01.2015 - 01.2021
  • Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sonoma Valley High School
Sonoma, CA
06-2007

Skills

  • Spoilage prevention
  • Menu preparation
  • Food inventory management
  • Allergen safety
  • Large-scale food preparation
  • Crew training
  • Food safety monitoring
  • Ingredient preparation
  • Menu planning
  • Sanitation practices
  • Food processing
  • Food safety
  • Employee supervision
  • Check-in coordination
  • Medical office administration
  • Patient-focused care
  • Customer service
  • Vital sign monitors
  • Certified in basic life support (BLS)
  • Patient scheduling

Affiliations

  • on my free time i like to go to the gym
  • spend time with my family

Timeline

Receptionist/Key Holder

American Best Eyeglasses
06.2023 - 03.2024

Lead Cook

Sonoma Post Acute
02.2023 - Current

Medical Receptionist

Sonoma postacute
06.2020 - 01.2023

Chef

Scribe Winery
02.2017 - 07.2023

Server

tortillas Jalisco
01.2016 - 02.2023

Reception Assistant

Sonoma acress home facility
01.2015 - 01.2021

High School Diploma -

Sonoma Valley High School
Rebeca Saldana