Experience

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  Bonita Valley Community Church

  • 4744 Bonita Road, Bonita, CA 91902

  • Life Group Leader/Facilitator (Volunteer)

    • 2011 - Present
    • 4744 Bonita Road, Bonita, CA 91902

    Teach and minister Christian Home Bible Study in the Otay Ranch Community, Chula Vista , California.

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  Personal

  • San Diego, CA

  • Food Service Business Consultant

    • Jan 2016 - Present
    • San Diego, CA

    Food Service Business Consultant, help established effective, efficient, safe, compliance to HACCP and OSHA CA safety standards, profitable and successful food service business operation.

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  Fredericka Manor Retirement Community (Front Porch)

  • Chula Vista, CA.

  • Dining Room Services Manager

    • Sep 2014 - Dec 2014
    • Chula Vista, CA.

    Summary: Assisted in all aspects of the Dining Services Program. Sets goals, objectives and priorities to eastablish department direction and purpose. Strived to provide an overall excellent dining experience to all levels of care.* Managed a total of 32 employees* Developed brand strategy and statistics system (Fine Dining Experience)* Created a strategic business plan and sales strategy development (Partnering with the Marketing Department,Customer Service Relations, and Special Activities Department)* Developed new business straucture* Developed new instructions on work station setup for a more effective and efficient time and labor management* Gave daily onsite on the job training on Fine Dining Services, Customer Service, HACCP, Time Management, Table Manner & Etiquettes for Host & Guest, Human Relations, Safety Program (Bee Safe), Standard Steps to Super Service, First Impression, and How to Deal with a Resisdent Complain* Supported and Served Independent Living & Assisted Living Care through an Excellent Dining Experience

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  National University

  • San Diego, California

  • Graduate Student

    • Jan 2011 - Nov 2014
    • San Diego, California

    Took my Master of Arts, major in Human Resource Management (Graduated November 16, 2014). Took another graduate course: M.B.A.

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  Meals on Wheels

  • Chula Vista Chapter, Chula Vista, CA

  • Volunteer Worker

    • 2014 - 2014
    • Chula Vista Chapter, Chula Vista, CA

    Delivering weekend meals for retired elderly senior citizens around the Chula Vista, CA area.

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  Sodexo

  • France
  • Facilities Services
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Food Production Manager

    • Sep 2008 - Dec 2011

    Responsible in the Overall Food Production & Operation of the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego, CA.

  • Food Production Manager 3

    • Aug 2008 - Apr 2011

    * Managed a government contract service with sales in excess of $17M per annum.* Responsible for preparing 25,000 meals a day, 365 days.* Monitored compliances with health and fire regulations regarding food preparation and serving, and dining facilities.* Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes, and garnishing and presentation of food to ensure that food were prepared and presented in an acceptable manner.* Counted money and do bank deposits.* Investigated and resolved complaints regarding food quality, and service.* Coordinated assignments for cooking personnel to ensure economical use of food and timely preparation.* Monitored budgets and payroll records, and reviewed financial transactions to ensure that expenditures were authorized and budgeted.* Maintained food and equipment inventories, and kept and organized inventory records.* Scheduled staff hours and assigned duties.* Established standards for personnel performance and customer service.* Trained all food service personnel in sanitation and safety standards.* Managed, led, and organized a total of 70 staff, 6 sub partner assistant managers (ARC), and 350 ARC employees.

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  US Navy

  • Food Service Director

    • Sep 2004 - Mar 2008

    * Managed and established high standards for the overall food service operation for all 3 dining facilities from the USS Comstock LSD 45 (Enlisted dining facility, Officers wardroom, and the Chief mess).* Responsible in preparing 1,500 meals a day.* Experienced in planning menus with the facility manager and catering staff.* Managed $1 million worth of food service equipments.* Experienced in accounting and budgeting for food service operation.* Inspected facilities for cleanliness, sanitation, and personal hygiene standards.* Trained all food service personnel in sanitation and safety standards.* Proficient in ordering food products and kitchen supplies.* Knowledgeable in preparing and maintaining pertinent records and reports.* Maintained and organized food and equipment inventories, and kept inventory records.* Scheduled and received food beverage deliveries, checked delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.* Proven ability to plan, direct, and coordinate catering and special events.* Effective communicator, teacher, and mentor under adverse conditions.* Established standards for personnel performance and customer service.* Supervised 6 chefs, 12 sous chefs, and 17 food service attendants.* Coordinated work assignments, evaluated performance and motivated 35 personnel.

  • Food Service Manager

    • Oct 2001 - Aug 2004

    * Held accountability for storage and movement of all food and food service equipments with ACU-1, NAVPHIBASE, Coronado for more than 350 staff.* Responsible in preparing 1,050 meals a day.* Coordinated logistic requirements for training and operations with outside entities.* Proficient in ordering food products and kitchen supplies.* Maintained and organized food and equipment inventories, and kept inventory records.* Trained all food service personnel in sanitation and safety standards.* Inspected facilities for cleanliness, sanitation, and personal hygiene standards.* Managed $2M worth of food and food service equipments.* Experienced in accounting and budgeting for food service operations.* Knowledgeable for preparing and maintaining pertinent records and reports.* Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.* Effective communicator, teacher, and mentor under adverse conditions.* Established standards for personnel performance and customer service.* Coordinated work assignments, evaluated performance and motivated 26 personnel.

  • Kitchen Manager

    • Sep 1997 - Sep 2001

    * Planned, coordinated, prioritized and supervised the preparation and serving of meals for the enlisted dining facility of the USS Constellation, CV 64 aircraft carrier and the North Island Air Base dining facility.* Ensured all meals were prepared and cooked according to the standards and guidelines of an outstanding food service operation.* Oversee and participated in the cleaning and sanitation of facilities and equipments in all the kitchens and serving lines. * Managed, led, and coordinated a total staff of 50.* Responsible in feeding a portion of 15,000 meals a day.

  • Executive Chef

    • Sep 1994 - Sep 1997

    * Planned, coordinated, overall responsible in food preparation, production, and serving of meals for the dining facility of NAVPHIBASE, Coronado mess hall.* Responsible for preparing 4,500 meals a day.* Responsible for proper storage and use of food in the kitchen area.* Ensured all meals cooked were prepared according to the standards and guidelines for the daily production operation.* Supervised 12 cooks and 10 mess attendants.* Coordinated work assignments, evaluated performances and motivated 22 personnel.

  • Flag Staff Chef and Admiral Aid (Dining Room Manager)

    • Feb 1991 - Aug 1994

    * Responsible in planning, preparation, and serving the meals for the admiral and his 50 staff members on board the flagship USS Ranger CV 61.* Responsible as the admiral aid and safety.

  • Chef/Command Artist/Accounting Auditor

    • Aug 1988 - Jan 1991

    * Responsible for preparing and serving of meals in the Naval Training Station Recruit Depot mess hall.* Responsible for preparing 15,000 meals a day.* Preparing and executing creative training visual aids for the command.* Responsible for the final auditing of the monthly financial system management report for the command.

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  McCann Erickson, Philippines

  • Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines

  • Art Director

    • Jun 1983 - Feb 1988
    • Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines

    * Created, designed, and directed television, radio, and print commercial advertising for Johnson & Johnson products, BF Goodrich Company, KFC Products, Levis, Kilometrico, Golden Fry cooking oil, Gillette Philippines.* Presented advertising designs to clients for appoval.

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  Atorie Saoh Corporation, Niigata Ken, Japan

  • Niigata, Japan

  • Graphic Designer and Mural Painter

    • Jan 1986 - Jan 1987
    • Niigata, Japan

    * Created and designed visual arts on product image and advertising.* Designed and created visual arts on mural spaces like commercial centers, restaurants, bars, and commercial establishments.