Xenia Cisneros
Grill Chef
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Manager's Assistant supporting day-to-day coordination through organized scheduling of 3-5 meetings per week, clear communication, reliable follow-up, and food preparation. Brings bilingual English and Spanish support, steady pacing under pressure, and attention to detail developed through fast-moving service work and small-business ownership. Uses strong organization and sanitation-minded habits to keep workspaces, records, and task flow structured and ready for action.
Overview
10
10
Certificates
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Grill Chef
Eurest Compass
Phoenix, AZ
06.2026 - Current
- Prepared grilled menu items to order while maintaining consistent cook quality and food safety standards.
- Monitored grill temperatures and adjusted cooking times to meet kitchen service pace.
- Coordinated with line staff to keep ticket flow organized during peak meal periods.
Food Preparation
Workwhile App
10.2024 - Current
- Track 5-7 prep tasks daily to keep meal production moving efficiently during busy service periods.
- Support kitchen staff with food preparation tasks to improve meal production efficiency and consistency.
- Organize ingredients and tools ahead of service to reduce delays in meal assembly.
- Communicate clearly with kitchen staff to keep food preparation accurate and coordinated.
Food Preparation
ShiftSmart
01.2004 - Current
- Guide 1-3 new workers weekly on sanitation, safety, and food-prep routines.
- Mentor new workers in food preparation, sanitation procedures, and safe kitchen habits.
- Coordinate timely food preparation to support customer satisfaction and dietary restriction needs.
- Wash dishes, utensils, and cookware promptly after use to streamline kitchen workflow.
- Maintain clean prep areas by following food-safety and sanitation standards throughout each shift.
- Assist kitchen staff with daily prep activities and steady support during busy service periods.
Line Cook
State of Arizona
11.2025 - 02.2026
- Sanitized 3-5 kitchen surfaces daily to maintain safe, clean service areas.
- Streamlined food preparation workflows by organizing workstations for faster, more consistent service.
- Maintained clean dining and prep areas to support health, safety, and customer satisfaction.
- Trained new employees on food preparation procedures and customer service expectations.
- Supported kitchen consistency by following proper knife handling and preparation standards.
- Delivered steady service during busy shifts while coordinating daily kitchen activities.
Manager of Business Development and Sales
Therapy Salon
02.2014 - 10.2024
- Supported 75 client visits per week while coordinating service details and maintaining a welcoming front-facing experience.
- Managed client relationships and followed up on service needs to support repeat business and positive experiences.
- Coordinated daily sales activities with staff to keep appointments, inquiries, and service requests organized.
- Maintained service standards by addressing customer concerns promptly and reinforcing a professional, welcoming environment.
- Tracked sales follow-up activity and updated records to support consistent communication with prospective clients.
Founder
LoveBeaWell
11.2021 - 09.2024
- Maintained 50-70 weekly client follow-ups to strengthen communication and preserve long-term rapport.
- Managed financial records and aligned spending with operational priorities to support day-to-day stability.
- Mentored junior therapists on technique, ethics, and client management approaches to reinforce consistent service.
- Built professional relationships through clear communication and timely follow-up to improve client trust.
- Coordinated daily priorities to keep work organized and responsive across changing client needs.
- Supported ethical service delivery by reinforcing professional standards in client-facing interactions.
Cashier/Line Cook
Rubio's
08.2022 - 03.2024
- Processed 30 daily cash and credit transactions with accuracy and balanced registers at close.
- Operated the cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with consistent accuracy.
- Prepared food items and supported line service during busy shifts in a fast-paced restaurant setting.
- Maintained sanitation standards and a welcoming environment for guests and team members.
Education
Culinary Certificate - Culinary Arts program
St. Mary's Food Bank
Phoenix, AZ06.2026
Associate of Science - Accounting
Tecnologico De Playas De Tijuana
Baja California NorteSkills
Food preparation
Knife skills
Measurements
Food planning
Recipe execution
Food safety
Sanitation
Culinary arts
Station setup
Equipment operation
Daily kitchen coordination
Prep workflow management
Order timing
Team training
Dietary restriction handling
HACCP compliance
Allergen management
ServSafe certification
Temperature logging
Inventory rotation
Batch cooking
Recipe standardization
Catering setup
Banquet service
Shift scheduling
Kitchen supervision
Certification
St. Mary's Culinary Program - Culinary Certificate
Timeline
Grill Chef
Eurest Compass
06.2026 - Current
Line Cook
State of Arizona
11.2025 - 02.2026
Food Preparation
Workwhile App
10.2024 - Current
Cashier/Line Cook
Rubio's
08.2022 - 03.2024
Founder
LoveBeaWell
11.2021 - 09.2024
Manager of Business Development and Sales
Therapy Salon
02.2014 - 10.2024
Food Preparation
ShiftSmart
01.2004 - Current
Culinary Certificate - Culinary Arts program
St. Mary's Food Bank
Associate of Science - Accounting
Tecnologico De Playas De Tijuana