Xaol Santos
North Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Proactive Culinary Specialist with extensive experience in cross-training staff, mentoring junior chefs, and maintaining kitchen safety. Proven success in establishing food preparation guidelines and boosting team morale through effective communication. Strong skills in time management, problem-solving, and maintaining a sanitary kitchen environment.
Offering solid foundation in team collaboration and problem-solving, eager to learn and develop within any setting. Brings ability to quickly adapt to new environments and processes, ensuring smooth operations and efficiency. Ready to use and develop organizational and communication skills in any role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Culinary Specialist
Army National Gaurd
03.2022 - Current
- Increased overall efficiency by cross-training staff in various cooking techniques and station responsibilities.
- Mentored junior culinary staff, fostering professional growth and supporting skill development.
- Conducted regular safety checks on kitchen equipment to ensure proper functionality and minimize downtime due to repairs or replacements.
- Established food preparation procedures and guidelines to promote meal consistency and quality.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen environment in compliance with health department regulations.
- Boosted employee morale through transparent communication regarding performance feedback and opportunities for advancement within the company structure.
Warehouse Associate
TJX Distribution Center
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 40 pounds.
- Assisted in reducing product damage by properly handling and storing materials.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
Education
Fine Arts
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV06-2027
High School Diploma -
Desert Pines High School
Las Vegas, NV06-2022
Skills
- Lifting and sorting
- Heavy Lifting
- Multilingual Proficiency (Spanish & English)
- Translation Accuracy
- Goal-Oriented
- Fitness Knowledge
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Listening Skills
- Problem-Solving
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Gym Workouts
- Team Sports (Volleyball)
- Photography
- Drawing and Painting
- Food Tourism
- Backpacking and Hiking
- Digital Art and Animation
Timeline
Warehouse Associate
TJX Distribution Center
08.2022 - 11.2022
Culinary Specialist
Army National Gaurd
03.2022 - Current
Fine Arts
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
High School Diploma -
Desert Pines High School
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