Zoan Collazo
Algona
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Antonio Guiteras, sugar company
Production Supervisor
Puerto Padre
10.2003 - 03.2008
- Proposed innovative ideas and solutions that improved team collaboration and project outcomes.
- Coordinated with team members to meet project objectives and ensure timely completion.
- Engaged with diverse coworkers to achieve shared goals and resolve product and service issues.
- Performed routine maintenance and repair on equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Head Chef
Villa Covarrubias Hotel
Puerto Padre
12.1998 - 09.2003
- Developed seasonal menus using fresh, local ingredients for hotel guests.
- Managed kitchen staff, ensuring proper training and adherence to safety standards.
- Collaborated with dining room staff to enhance guest dining experiences.
- Implemented cost-control measures to optimize food and labor expenses.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen facilities and equipment.
- Planned special events and catered functions for hotel clientele and visitors.
- Established relationships with local farmers for sustainable sourcing of produce.
- Trained new kitchen staff in food safety regulations and proper cooking techniques.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
- Ordered food supplies from vendors to maintain adequate stock levels.
Harvest analyst
Antonio Guiteras, Sugar Company, Cuba
Puerto Padre
09.1994 - 07.1998
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends and improve efficiency in production.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategic initiatives for process improvement.
- Prepared detailed reports on market conditions and competitor activities for management review.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on data analysis tools and reporting techniques.
- Monitored compliance with regulatory requirements in sugar production operations.
- Supported project management efforts by coordinating timelines and resource allocation effectively.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Education
ServSafe Diploma - ServSafe
Miami
02.2015 - 02.2015
Chef - Hotel Management
FORMATUR
Holguin, Cuba 05.1996 - 08.1998
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Engineering
Universidad De Las Tunas
Las Tunas , Cuba 09.1989 - 07.1994
Skills
- Menu development
- Food safety
- Cost control
- Inventory management
- Data analysis
- Process improvement
- Staff training
- Decision making
- Problem resolution
- Effective communication
- Verbal communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Calm under pressure
- Problem-solving
- Self-Directed
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem resolution
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Timeline
ServSafe Diploma - ServSafe
Miami
02.2015 - 02.2015
Antonio Guiteras, sugar company
Production Supervisor
10.2003 - 03.2008
Head Chef
Villa Covarrubias Hotel
12.1998 - 09.2003
Chef - Hotel Management
FORMATUR
05.1996 - 08.1998
Harvest analyst
Antonio Guiteras, Sugar Company, Cuba
09.1994 - 07.1998
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Engineering
Universidad De Las Tunas
09.1989 - 07.1994