Sonia Reyes Santos
Summary
Professional with extensive experience in food preparation and kitchen sanitation, adept at maintaining cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations. Demonstrated ability to operate various cooking equipment, ensuring adherence to quality guidelines and safety standards. Proven track record in staff training and shift supervision, contributing to a safe and efficient working environment. Skilled in inventory management and waste reduction practices, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Punctual professional experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations.
Dedicated professional experienced in environments. Focused and collaborative team player skillful in communicating and translating customer requests. Offering deep understanding of food safety, osha and health code requirements.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2005
2005
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Aramark at UNLV
Las Vegas, Nevada
09.2025 - Current
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces.
- Operated grills, fryers and flat tops, ovens to cook items to quality guidelines.
Prep Cook
Grand Lux Cafe at The Venetian Casino
Las Vegas, Nevada
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Prepared high-quality ingredients for daily menu items, ensuring adherence to safety and hygiene standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations, promoting a safe and efficient working environment.
Restaurant Manager
Aramark UNLV
Las Vegas, Nevada
08.2010 - 06.2016
- Led daily operations and staff management to enhance service quality and improve customer satisfaction consistently.
- Developed and implemented staff training programs, resulting in increased employee engagement and improved team performance.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste throughout restaurant operations.
Shift Manager
Taco Bell
Las Vegas, Nevada
06.2004 - 11.2008
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring exceptional customer service and adherence to food safety protocols during high-volume shifts.
- Trained and developed team members on operational procedures, enhancing employee performance and promoting a collaborative work environment.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock replenishment processes to minimize waste and ensure product availability.
Education
Chaparral High School
Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Food preparation
- Kitchen sanitation
- Inventory management
- Staff training
- Customer service
- Quality control
- Recipe adherence
- Food safety
- Team leadership
- Shift supervision
- Waste reduction
- Customer satisfaction
- Workstation organization
- Health regulations
- Grill operation
- Fryer operation
- Oven operation
- Cleaning protocols
- Time management
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Sanitation practices
- Food safety oversight
- Food plating
- Food plating and presentation
- Temperature control
- New hire training
- Food handler certification
- Multitasking and organization
- Portion control
- Focused and disciplined
- Ingredient knowledge
- Labor management
- Frying
- ServSafe certified
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
HEALTH CARD/ HEALTH DEPARTMENT 2025
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cook
Aramark at UNLV
09.2025 - Current
Prep Cook
Grand Lux Cafe at The Venetian Casino
05.2018 - 04.2019
Restaurant Manager
Aramark UNLV
08.2010 - 06.2016
Shift Manager
Taco Bell
06.2004 - 11.2008
Chaparral High School