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.