Ricardo Franco Verduzco
Yakima,US
Summary
Kitchen Manager with 4 years of experience at Waffle Cafe, recognized for pioneering a culture of teamwork and excellence. Adept in inventory management, team leadership, and enhancing guest experiences through effective communication. Committed to maintaining high cleanliness and safety standards, while fostering professional growth and innovation within the team. Talented Quality Control Inspector driven to improve product quality in manufacturing environments. Provider of relevant and effective product and component tests. Eager to help manufacturers eliminate production errors and increase successful manufacturing figures.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Waffle Cafe
Yakima, WA
04.2020 - 05.2025
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively engaging with staff members, promoting open communication channels, and demonstrating support for ongoing professional development opportunities.
Quality Control (Seasonal Job)
Monson Fruit
Zillah, WA
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Executed quality inspections on fruit batches, ensuring compliance with standards and enhancing product reliability.
- Maintained detailed records of quality assessments, facilitating informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Partnered with production teams to address quality issues promptly, fostering a culture of shared accountability and excellence.
- Promoted a positive work environment by mentoring new staff on quality control protocols and best practices.
- Conducted comprehensive quality assessments on fruit batches, ensuring compliance and significantly reducing product returns.
- Mentored new employees on quality standards, fostering a culture of excellence and improving team performance.
- Implemented streamlined inspection processes, leading to a noticeable reduction in product returns and enhanced customer satisfaction.
- Conducted thorough quality evaluations on incoming fruit, ensuring compliance with industry standards and maintaining high product quality.
Front Desk Receptionist
Hilton Garden Inn Hotel
Yakima, WA
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
- Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
- Delivered outstanding first impressions by warmly greeting visitors upon arrival at the front desk.
- Managed high-volume phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel for prompt resolution.
- Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Managment
Charter College
Anchorage, AK11-2026
High School Diploma -
Eisenhower High School
Yakima, WA08.2021
Skills
- Multitasking
- Customer Service
- Inventory Management
- Staff Training
- Problem Solving
- Employee Scheduling
- Team leadership
- Critical Thinking
- Training
- Communication
- Appointment scheduling
- Quality control
- Effective communication
- Inventory control
- Productivity improvement
Websites
Hobbies and Interests
- Blockchain Technology
- Cryptocurrency
- Sports
- Fitness
- finance
- stocks
- soccer
Personal Information
Title: Kitchen Manager
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Quality Control (Seasonal Job)
Monson Fruit
06.2024 - 08.2024
Front Desk Receptionist
Hilton Garden Inn Hotel
02.2023 - 06.2023
Kitchen Manager
Waffle Cafe
04.2020 - 05.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Business Managment
Charter College
High School Diploma -
Eisenhower High School
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