Steven Alvarez
San Jose,CA
Summary
Dynamic kitchen professional with a proven track record at Safeway, excelling in ingredient preparation and sanitation procedures. Recognized for enhancing team collaboration and efficiency, while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Strong communicator and mentor, dedicated to maximizing performance and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Prep Cook
Safeway
San Jose, CA
04.2025 - Current
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by preparing ingredients and assembling dishes according to recipes.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with staff members.
Manager De Caja
Plaza Market
San Jose, CA
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Asistente DIrector De Tienda
Cardenas Super Market
San Jose, CA
04.2022 - 02.2025
- Enhanced team collaboration, implementing centralized digital platform for document sharing and communication.
Instalador De Azulejos
Tile Tech
San Jose, CA
02.2019 - 04.2022
- Laid out materials and system components to prepare for installation.
- Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to safety standards.
- Installed complete systems at new residential and business construction sites.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate installations.
Education
Bombero
Universidad Politécnica De Nicaragua
Managua Nicaragua Skills
- Cleanliness
- Ingredient preparation
- Organization
- Portion control
- Temperature control
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Sanitation procedures
Languages
English
Limited Working
Español
Professional Working
Timeline
Kitchen Prep Cook
Safeway
04.2025 - Current
Manager De Caja
Plaza Market
02.2025 - 03.2025
Asistente DIrector De Tienda
Cardenas Super Market
04.2022 - 02.2025
Instalador De Azulejos
Tile Tech
02.2019 - 04.2022
Bombero
Universidad Politécnica De Nicaragua