Sandra Perez
San Bernardino,CA
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Shift Leader
Arrowhead Country Club
San Bernardino, CA
01.2021 - Current
- Ensured kitchen staff followed health and safety regulations.
- Monitored food preparation to ensure quality standards were met.
- Trained new cooks on proper food handling techniques.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Requested supplies and equipment orders, explaining needs to managers.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Tested new recipes and menu items, following taste-test evaluation and procedural criteria.
- Placed orders for food and supplies used for creating meals for [Number] people.
- Generated food production sheets to forecast product and volume requirements based on menu selections.
- Modified existing recipes and created new recipes to meet changing nutritional content needs.
- Taught kitchen staff about proper nutrition, food allergies and dietary issues.
- Used computer to store and retrieve data and online orders.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator each day to verify proper functioning.
- Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu items, ingredients, and recipes.
- Provided direction to kitchen staff regarding food preparation, cooking times, portion sizes, and presentation of dishes.
- Organized the work area for efficient functioning during shifts.
- Supervised all aspects of the kitchen operations including inventory control and ordering of supplies.
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff according to restaurant needs.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Assisted in developing new menu items based on customer feedback.
- Kept accurate records of employee hours worked each day, week, month.
- Inspected equipment and ensured it was properly maintained by kitchen staff.
- Reviewed food orders to verify accuracy before they were sent out.
- Performed regular inventory checks to ensure adequate stock levels were maintained.
- Enforced sanitation policies and procedures throughout the kitchen area.
- Managed cashiering duties such as counting money at the end of shift.
- Developed strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency within the kitchen.
- Coordinated with other departments such as front-of-house or catering services when needed.
- Implemented cost saving measures while still maintaining high quality standards.
- Participated in periodic performance reviews for all members of the kitchen team.
- Served as lead cook, guiding and assisting training of less experienced cooks.
- Operated variety of kitchen equipment to measure and mix ingredients.
- Followed recipes and procedures to prepare, season and cook food products.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Followed "first in, first out" rule with every food and beverage item, tossing outdated and expired food products.
- Sanitized counters and utensils used for preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
- Cut, chopped and sliced meat and produce to prepare for cooking.
- Cleaned and sanitized work stations and equipment, complying with regulatory procedures.
- Communicated with kitchen employees, answered questions and offered insight into food preparations.
- Kept kitchen, cooking utensils and storeroom clean and neat.
Senior Production Manager
Coronado stones
Lodi, CA
- Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure efficient business operations.
- Created and managed budgets for operational departments and monitored progress against goals.
- Established, maintained, and enforced organizational standards of performance, quality, and safety compliance.
- Provided leadership and direction to staff members to ensure successful completion of projects on time and within budget.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for services necessary for daily operations.
- Collaborated with other managers across the organization to develop strategies that support overall company objectives.
- Implemented systems for tracking operational performance metrics.
- Planned and coordinated logistics for large-scale events or conferences.
- Oversaw inventory management activities including ordering supplies as needed.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bell Gardens High School
Bell Gardens, CASkills
- I have management skills production skills, cooking skills, serving skills
Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
Arrowhead Country Club
01.2021 - Current
Senior Production Manager
Coronado stones
High School Diploma -
Bell Gardens High School
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