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Valentina Herrera

Valentina Herrera

Cook, Caterer.
Lafayette,CO

Summary

Managed many professional kitchens in both charitable and commercial applications. This included event planning and management for Hotel Avandaro and their catering company, Magnolia.

Achieved head cook in Carola Restaurant in Valle de Bravo for two years, planning and executing an ever changing and seasonal menu.

Since 2008 have regularly volunteered in the Siddha Yoga ashram in South Fallsburg, NY. in a huge kitchen serving hundreds several times daily and often served in their Mexico center as well.

Also volunteered at Punta Mona working in the kitchens in Costa Rica for a month.

Developed and managed the Mercado el 100 cafeteria for more than a year serving a variety of dishes inspired by what the local organic farmers were selling at the market.

We have recently arrived to Colorado and it would be a pleasure to cook and serve again. Reliable employee seeking cook or service position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Assistant Head Cook

Carola Restaurant
Valle De Bravo, Mexico
07.2014 - 09.2016
  • Head cook, managed staff, menu, purchases and inventory.
  • Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs
  • Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget

Cook

Hotel Avandaro
Valle De Bravo , Mexico
02.2012 - 06.2014
  • Assisted chef with planning easy but elegant appetizers to spark customer interest.
  • Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Transitioned between breakfast and lunch service.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.

Assistant Caterer

V Catering
Mexico City, Mexico
06.2009 - 02.2013
  • Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
  • Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
  • Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
  • Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
  • Prepared dishes for catering events or during high-volume shifts.
  • Served appetizers, delivered entrees and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
  • Executed synchronized meal service simultaneously serving multiple guests.
  • Arranged linens and table settings according to seating plan and event theme.
  • Delivered catered food and supplies to facility for on-time set-up.
  • Fostered enjoyable event atmosphere through friendly guest interactions
  • Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations in line with formality and specifications of each event.
  • Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise
  • Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests

Education

Diplomado En Psicoterapia Corporal - Corporal Psychotherapy

Instituto Inamik
Veracruz Mexico
01.1999 - 07.2003

Skills

    Extensive catering background

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Timeline

Assistant Head Cook

Carola Restaurant
07.2014 - 09.2016

Cook

Hotel Avandaro
02.2012 - 06.2014

Assistant Caterer

V Catering
06.2009 - 02.2013

Diplomado En Psicoterapia Corporal - Corporal Psychotherapy

Instituto Inamik
01.1999 - 07.2003

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