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Zenaida Manzanares

Oro Grande,CA

Summary

Innovative Dietary Cook with extensive ethnic culinary knowledge and follows strict dietary guidelines. Creative menu creations for specialty diets. Sound knowledge of therapeutic food preparation and execution for modified diets.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Dietary Cook

Apple Valley Congreget
11.2022 - Current
  • Sanitized and organized kitchen preparation areas and equipment according to food and health safety standards.
  • Followed standard recipes, menus and apportions according to established standards.
  • Prepared, apportioned and served menu and specialized food items developed to meet facility residents' unique dietary needs.
  • Provided nourishing and health-conscious food to customers under sanitary conditions.
  • Maintained awareness of individual dietary needs of residents and verified proper delivery of meals to correct residents.
  • Received orders, verified contents against invoices and assessed quality of products to verify conformance to organizational standards.
  • Assisted in hiring and evaluating of new kitchen staff.
  • Monitored food temperatures throughout preparation and serving process.
  • Cooked meals according to administrative policies, health code regulations and food service standards.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Trained and supervised new kitchen staff on food preparation and safety protocols.
  • Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
  • Planned menus complying with established health guidelines and budget limitations.
  • Followed proper procedures for use of government-provided commodities.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Communicated with supervisor to discuss menu items, ingredients and nutritional values.

Kitchen Manager

Golden Corral Buffet And Grill
09.2019 - 10.2020
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
  • Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Reviewed and analyzed kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
  • Collaborated with other departments to coordinate meal service and special events, executing smooth operations.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
  • Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
  • Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
  • Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.

Cook

California Conservation Corps
01.1990 - 03.1993
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • 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.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.

Education

High School Diploma -

Valley Hi High
Sacramento, CA

Skills

  • Proper Food Storage
  • Quality Control
  • Plates Presentation
  • Production Standards
  • Food Preparation
  • Proper Storage Procedures
  • Machinery Upkeep
  • Rotation Procedures
  • Dietary Restriction Compliance
  • Health Inspections
  • Diet and Nutrition
  • Food Allergies
  • Daily Logs
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Plating and Presentation

Timeline

Dietary Cook

Apple Valley Congreget
11.2022 - Current

Kitchen Manager

Golden Corral Buffet And Grill
09.2019 - 10.2020

Cook

California Conservation Corps
01.1990 - 03.1993

High School Diploma -

Valley Hi High

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