Vincent Santos
San Diego,CA
Summary
Retired Army Veteran and former educator with experience in supporting students with special needs through individualized instruction and behavior-focused strategies. Deployment as a Combat medic, strong crisis response, patient assessment and training readiness. Seasoned Army logistician with experience in unit movement utilizing strategic airlift (Airforce assets) and joint sealift operations (Navy and Army assets) to move sensitive items and rolling stock in support of training and operational requirements. ACF-certified culinary professional delivering safe food preparation and quality standards.
Overview
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Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Intern
Guam Regional Medical City
Dededo, GUAM
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Executed meal preparation by adhering to established recipes and portion guidelines, maintaining consistency in quality.
- Created diverse menu items, meeting quality and presentation standards to enhance patient dining experience.
- Prepared patient meals according to Guam Regional Medical City therapeutic diet orders, ensuring dietary needs were met
Cook Intern
Rootz Hills Grillhouse, Guam Plaza Hotel
Tumon, GUAM
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted chefs in preparing sauces and marinades according to recipe specifications to maintain consistency in flavor.
- Prepared dishes in a fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain a high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared vegetables and portioned ingredients to ensure timely execution of daily menu items.
- Set up and maintained buffet station, replenishing items with fresh-cooked selections to enhance guest experience.
- Organize and store ingredients to maintain freshness and easy access.
- Follow food safety procedures to support sanitary kitchen conditions.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Cook Intern
Guam Regional Medical City
Dededo, GUAM
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Prepared patient meals following Guam Regional Medical City therapeutic diet orders
- Measured ingredients and followed standardized hospital recipes to ensure consistent food quality
- Plated meals for patients according to dietary specifications for patients, staff, and visitors in clean service areas
- Assisted dietary staff with efficient tray assembly and timely meal delivery coordination
- Maintained sanitation standards by cleaning workstations, utensils, and cooking surfaces
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils, and dishes after each use to maintain hygiene standards
- Stored food items properly to support hospital food safety procedures
Senior Automation Logistics NCO
GUARNG ELEMENT JFHQ, Guam Army National Guard
Barrigada, GUAM
02.2018 - 09.2019
- Oversaw mobilization logistics and unit movement requirements as prescribed by FORSCOM 55-1, facilitating seamless execution of logistics operations.
- Supported supply, maintenance, and material functions, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with command requirements.
- Sustainment Automation Support Management Office (SASMO) NCOIC and Defense Movement Coordinator (DMC) at joint headquarters level.
Supply NCO
GUARNG ELEMENT JFHQ, Guam Army National Guard
Barrigada, GUAM
01.2013 - 02.2018
- Facilitated request receipt, issue, and accountability processes for installation and organizational property, ensuring accurate tracking and management.
- Tracked over 11 million dollars in organizational and installation equipment.
- Maintained accurate property records and tracked equipment excesses and shortages in GCSS-Army.
- Executed excess turn-ins, non-mission-capable equipment turn-ins, and Financial Liability Investigation of Property Loss actions to maintain inventory integrity.
- Supervised sensitive item cyclic and annual inventories at unit level.
- Created weapons and equipment maintenance schedules in GCSS-Army.
- Developed training for subordinate Soldiers on supply and inventory management while monitoring Command Supply Discipline Program (CSDP) compliance.
Unit Supply NCO
HHC 1-294 IN REGT, Guam Army National Guard
Barrigada, GUAM
01.2010 - 12.2012
- Maintained accountability for over $6 million in installation and organizational equipment.
- Coordinated and executed the turn in of over $40,000 in excess Organizational Clothing and Individual Equipment (OCIE)
- Trained subordinate soldiers on supply and inventory management procedures to improve compliance and efficiency.
- Received, recorded, and tracked equipment and supply turn-ins to ensure accurate inventory management.
- Supported sensitive item cyclic and annual inventories to identify shortages and excess for action with property book office.
- Outfitted unit soldiers with organizational clothing and individual gear to enhance readiness and operational capability.
S4 Supply NCO
HHC 1-294 IN REGT, Guam Army National Gaurd
Barrigada, GUAM
08.2007 - 12.2009
- Ensured property accountability and facilitated supply chain operations and logistical support per S4 officer direction.
- Tracked and reconciled property transactions using Property Book Unit Supply Enhanced (PBUSE) system.
- Supported inventories and maintained records for sensitive-item cyclic and annual inventories.
- Coordinated logistics support for subordinate units, addressing movement, life support, and rations during training and combat operations.
TAMMS PLL Clerk
HHC 1-294 IN (L), Guam Army National Guard
Barrigada, GUAM
08.2005 - 08.2007
- Updated unit equipment records with repair parts, maintenance data, dispatch logs, and service history to maintain accurate inventory.
- Ordered and tracked repair parts for vehicles and equipment to ensure timely availability and readiness.
- Processed receipt, turn-in, due-in, and quarterly reconciliation actions.
- Dispatched vehicles for training and operational requirements to support mission readiness.
- Worked with unit leaders, vehicle operators, mechanics, armorers, maintenance officers, and commander to support maintenance operations for 1-294 IN (L).
Combat Medic, Health Care Specialist
A-CO 1-294 IN (L), Guam Army National Guard
Djibouti, AFRICA
04.2004 - 08.2005
- Coordinated medical evacuation SOP for convoy routes to Camp Simba, Manda Bay, and APOD in Mombasa, Kenya, ensuring timely and effective response to emergencies.
- Provided medical care and emergency medical support to soldiers of 3rd Plt, ACO 1-294 in (L).
- Trained 3rd Plt soldiers in combat lifesaving skills during deployment and certified 6 soldiers in 3rd Plt, ACO.
- Trained 3rd Plt soldiers on identifying venomous snakes in Kenya and administering proper anti-venom and emergency treatment, improving soldier readiness for potential encounters.
- Collaborated with Naval Special Boat Team medic to deliver comprehensive medical support to host nation Kenyan sailors and soldiers, enhancing local medical capabilities.
Emotional Disabilities Classroom Teacher
Guam Department Of Education, Southern High School
Santa Rita, GUAM
08.2000 - 04.2004
- develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEP) for students with emotional and behavioral challenges.
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to address student needs effectively.
- designed and facilitated social skills training with Emotional Disabilities classroom counselors, enhancing student social interactions.
- delivered direct instruction in core subjects: Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies in a self-contained classroom, fostering academic growth.
- collaborated with parents, teachers, and professionals to coordinate comprehensive support for students, ensuring holistic development.
Shift Operations Manager
Fuji Ichiban Ramen
Tumon, GUAM
08.1997 - 01.2000
- Coordinated daily shift operations, resolved staff concerns, ensured excellent customer service, and monitored financial performance to maintain smooth and profitable shifts.
- Managed inventory, ordered supplies, adjusted pricing, and minimized waste to optimize resource utilization.
- Built hospitality-focused atmosphere while preparing fresh ramen and Japanese dishes.
- Followed standardized recipes and procedures to maintain consistent product quality.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Guam Community College
Mangilao, GUAM05-2023
Associate of Science - Food Service Management
Guam Community College
Mangilao, Guam05-2023
Teaching Certification - Elementary Education
University of Guam
Mangilao, Guam05-1998
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Seattle University
Seattle, WA09-1990
Skills
- IEP formulation and development
- Behavioral intervention techniques
- Customized instructional strategies
- Comprehensive case management
- Strong communication skills
- Conflict mediation
- Trauma care tactics
- Combat lifesaving techniques
- Evacuation medical protocols
- Patient triage
- Field sanitation practices
- Attention to detail
- Supply chain management
- Asset accountability
- Efficient asset tracking
- Administration via GCSS-Army
- Inventory control
- Effective requisitioning of supplies
- Maintenance scheduling
- Logistics coordination
- Equipment turn-in procedures
- Restaurant operations management
- Food safety compliance
- Menu planning strategies
- Team leadership
- Customer service excellence
- Problem-solving and decision-making expertise
- Decision making
Certification
- Army Sustainment Automation Support Management Office (SASMO) Certification. Completed August 2018
- Army Unit Movement Officer Deployment Planning Course. Completed May 2018
- Army Combatives Level 3 Certification. Issued August 2013
- Army Master Fitness Trainer. Issued September 2013
- Army Technical Transportation of Hazardous Materials, Issued: 2012 Expired 2014
- Army FMS TAMMS and Readiness Course. Completed 2011
- US Army AIRBORNE Basic Parachutist Badge. Issued September 2007
- US Army Infantryman Course 2006
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic National Registry. Issued November 2003. Expired November 2006
- 68W Healthcare Specialist MOS. Awarded November 2003
- 92A Automated Logistics MOS. Awarded April 2006
- 11B Infantryman MOS. Awarded August 2006
- 92Y Unit Supply Specialist MOS. Awarded February 2009
Timeline
Cook Intern
Guam Regional Medical City
01.2023 - 03.2023
Cook Intern
Rootz Hills Grillhouse, Guam Plaza Hotel
09.2022 - 11.2022
Cook Intern
Guam Regional Medical City
03.2022 - 05.2022
Senior Automation Logistics NCO
GUARNG ELEMENT JFHQ, Guam Army National Guard
02.2018 - 09.2019
Supply NCO
GUARNG ELEMENT JFHQ, Guam Army National Guard
01.2013 - 02.2018
Unit Supply NCO
HHC 1-294 IN REGT, Guam Army National Guard
01.2010 - 12.2012
S4 Supply NCO
HHC 1-294 IN REGT, Guam Army National Gaurd
08.2007 - 12.2009
TAMMS PLL Clerk
HHC 1-294 IN (L), Guam Army National Guard
08.2005 - 08.2007
Combat Medic, Health Care Specialist
A-CO 1-294 IN (L), Guam Army National Guard
04.2004 - 08.2005
Emotional Disabilities Classroom Teacher
Guam Department Of Education, Southern High School
08.2000 - 04.2004
Shift Operations Manager
Fuji Ichiban Ramen
08.1997 - 01.2000
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Guam Community College
Associate of Science - Food Service Management
Guam Community College
Teaching Certification - Elementary Education
University of Guam
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Seattle University