Regina Rodriguez
Vernon
Summary
Results-driven Lead Cook Supervisor with extensive experience in large-scale meal preparation and menu development. Skilled in training staff and ensuring compliance with health regulations, contributing to improved kitchen efficiency and food quality.
Dedicated kitchen professional with strong skills in food safety and inventory management. Experience in supervising staff and implementing effective kitchen processes to minimize waste while maintaining high food quality standards.
Knowledgeable Lead cook in dietary, with solid background in culinary leadership. Demonstrated ability to manage kitchen operations efficiently and deliver high-quality dishes. Proven skills in menu planning and staff training.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Cook Supervisor
Aramark
Vernon, TX
02.2025 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
- Developed and implemented daily menus in alignment with dietary guidelines.
- Maintained inventory levels, minimizing food waste through effective stock management.
- Trained new cooks on food safety protocols and kitchen procedures.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations, conducting regular kitchen inspections.
- Collaborated with management to refine cooking processes for improved efficiency.
- Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
- Took over line positions in event of emergency.
Food Service Manager
Delek
Harrold, TX
11.2020 - 07.2023
- Supervised staff training programs, enhancing team efficiency and service quality.
- Addressed and resolved customer service issues to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
- Increased overall efficiency by optimizing staff schedules to meet fluctuating business demands.
- Assessed the effectiveness of implemented changes periodically, adjusting strategies as needed based on performance metrics and feedback from staff members.
- Fostered culture of excellence and accountability by conducting regular performance reviews and providing constructive feedback.
Lead Cook
Great Western Dining
Vernon, TX
08.2010 - 06.2023
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Oversaw proper storage procedures for perishable items, ensuring freshness and minimizing spoilage risks.
- Coordinated line cook break schedules to avoid delays during busy periods and maintain adequate coverage.
- Spearheaded special event catering efforts, designing custom menus tailored to clients'' specific requirements and tastes.
- Mentored junior staff members in culinary techniques, fostering an environment of continuous learning within the team.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
Education
GED -
University of Minnisota
Twin Cities Minnisota03-2009
Skills
- Meal preparation
- Kitchen management
- Food safety
- Kitchen organization
- Can read speak and write two languages, (Spanish and English)
- Scheduling
- Employee supervision
- Food inventory management
- Special diets
- Ingredient preparation
- Large-scale food preparation
- Task delegation
- Kitchen sanitation
- Cooking techniques
- Menu preparation
- Cultural and medical nutrition
Certification
- Certified in food handling
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Cook Supervisor
Aramark
02.2025 - Current
Food Service Manager
Delek
11.2020 - 07.2023
Lead Cook
Great Western Dining
08.2010 - 06.2023
GED -
University of Minnisota