REYNALDO HERNANDEZ MEJIA
Hauppauge,NY
Summary
Fully experienced with countless of jobs in any field. Knowledgeable in computer, writing and people skills. Willing to always learn something new in life no matter the challenges. Proven ability to always be sophisticated and dedicated to getting a job done. Very eager and determined when it comes to work ethic. A team player and tend to lead a team when needs to be done. High quality performance in the duty's placed before me. Determined to help and make a business strive further and beyond. Always focused and a hardworking individual. Excellent in listening and a fast learner. And regardless of a situation work is always a priority to be accomplished before anything else. And of course the staff. Always a pleasure helping a team member and making sure that our customers is always satisfied first.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Transport Driver/Food Service Worker
FLIK Hospitality
11.2021 - 11.2025
- Operated various types of transport vehicles, ensuring timely delivery of goods.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance standards.
- Navigated routes efficiently, optimizing travel time and reducing fuel consumption.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo, adhering to weight distribution guidelines for safe transport.
- Implemented safety protocols during transportation to minimize risk of accidents or delays.
- Maintained high customer satisfaction by working quickly and accurately.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Chef
Compass group USA
08.2017 - Current
- Built positive relationships with customers by visiting tables and engaging in friendly conversations.
- Created new recipes and developed pricing structures to meet financial targets.
- Monitored the operation of the kitchen to check for proper sanitation.
- Improved productivity to work under tight constraints for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service.
- Kept staff working efficiently and productively to achieve total guest satisfaction.
- Established and enforced presentation standards to uphold the establishment's reputation.
- Oversaw team members at each station to verify the consistent and accurate preparation of every dish.
Dishwasher/ chef
The Cheesecake Factory
03.2016 - 08.2017
- Operated an industrial dishwasher, washing dishes and glassware by hand according to specific instructions.
- Sanitized workstations, equipment, and cutlery and operated industrial dishwashing machines in accordance with food safety and sanitation requirements.
- Brought clean dishes, utensils, and napkins to tables.
- Reported any serious incidents to upper management, such as machine failure, broken facilities, or injuries.
- Assisted cooks and servers as needed, especially during peak hours to ensure productive workflows and reduce customer wait times.
- Unloaded dishes, silverware, and glassware promptly and stored them in the appropriate places.
Preparation
PF Chang
07.2016 - 09.2016
- Monitored food production quality and supervised other kitchen staff.
- Performed meal preparations in timely manner to assist kitchen staff and reduce customer wait times.
- Maintained sanitation of kitchen, walk-in refrigerators, and freezers.
- Upheld all set safety and cleanliness protocols consistently.
- Inspected premises to ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Completed basic kitchen and meal preparation tasks, such as sanitizing, cutting fruits and vegetables, slicing meats, and arranging garnishes.
Landscaping
Rockville Links Club
02.2016 - 07.2016
- Ordered, organized, and rotated supplies.
- Kept inventory levels optimized and supplies organized for forecasted demands.
- Made sure the Grass was in tip-top shape.
- Trim the hedges
- Focused
- The bunkers in which needed more maintenance.
- Made sure the flowers were always looking good.
- Cutting the woods and organizing them so that they may appear less visible.
PRODUCTION
Nassau Candy Inc.
09.2012 - 12.2012
- Improved production by improving working conditions and ensuring adequacy of quality materials on hand.
- Managed communications between team members, customers and vendors to keep operations efficient and successful.
- Collaborated well with team members to carry out daily assignments and achieve team targets.
- Managed daily tasks consistently and sought out opportunities to go beyond requirements and support business targets.
- Reviewed activities regularly to identify opportunities for improvement.
Pumping Gas/ Cashier
Mobil Gas station
07.2008 - 09.2008
- Insured every customer was satisfied with the service provided.
- Returned non-purchased products to shelves and performed general merchandising functions.
- Found ways to improve the customer experience by taking accountability and acting as a store Brand Ambassador.
- Stayed on top of policy changes and promotions to better serve customers with current information.
- Guided visitors to staff members and business locations with warm, personable approach.
Education
GED - Art
Hempstead High School
Hempstead, NY09.2009
Skills
- Active Listening
- Conflict resolution
- Social skills
- Leadership
- Creativity
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Customer service
- Team player
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Transport Driver/Food Service Worker
FLIK Hospitality
11.2021 - 11.2025
Chef
Compass group USA
08.2017 - Current
Preparation
PF Chang
07.2016 - 09.2016
Dishwasher/ chef
The Cheesecake Factory
03.2016 - 08.2017
Landscaping
Rockville Links Club
02.2016 - 07.2016
PRODUCTION
Nassau Candy Inc.
09.2012 - 12.2012
Pumping Gas/ Cashier
Mobil Gas station
07.2008 - 09.2008
GED - Art
Hempstead High School