Rebeca Zapata
Channing
Summary
Dynamic Kitchen Director with a proven track record at Hartley ISD, excelling in HACCP planning and food safety standards. Achieved significant reductions in food waste through innovative menu design and effective inventory management. Renowned for exceptional problem-solving skills and fostering a culture of sanitation and compliance among staff.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Director/Manager
Hartley ISD
08.2014 - Current
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper storage techniques.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations through thorough inspections and staff training on sanitation practices.
- Optimized ingredient usage by creating versatile menu items that could be adapted based on seasonal availability or market fluctuations in pricing.
- Maintained detailed records of maintenance schedules for kitchen equipment, scheduling repairs as needed to minimize downtime in operational capacity.
Gas Station Clerk
Garrison's Convenient Store
01.2023 - 08.2025
- Maintained clean and orderly work station.
- Checked customer identification for alcohol, cigarette, and lottery sales.
- Provided accurate cash handling and timely transactions, ensuring smooth operations at the register.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at the gas station.
Skills
- Knife skills
- HACCP planning
- Sanitation procedures
- Kitchen operations
- Creativity and innovation
- Allergen awareness
- Food safety standards
- Ordering supplies
- Performance evaluations
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
- Increased team productivity by implementing key process improvements.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Gas Station Clerk
Garrison's Convenient Store
01.2023 - 08.2025
Kitchen Director/Manager
Hartley ISD
08.2014 - Current
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