Ana M. Garcia-Ochoa
Chicago
Summary
Food Service Supervisor with extensive experience in hospital and restaurant environments. Proven expertise in managing kitchen operations, training dietary staff, and ensuring food safety compliance. Bilingual in English and Spanish, dedicated to enhancing patient-centered service and operational efficiency.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Supervisor
Franciscan Health
Olympia Fields
01.2021 - Current
- Supervise daily kitchen operations in hospital setting
- Lead and train dietary staff
- Ensure food safety and infection control compliance
- Manage inventory, ordering, and deliveries
- Coordinate meals based on patient dietary needs
Food Service Cook
Kindred Hospital
Chicago
01.2014 - Current
- Prepare meals according to dietary guidelines
- Maintain food safety and sanitation standards
- Adjust meals for patient-specific needs
- Assist with inventory and deliveries
- Supervise staff when needed
Sous Chef / Kitchen Manager
Corcoran's Restaurant
Chicago
01.2008 - 12.2013
- Managed kitchen operations and staff
- Trained new employees
- Handled inventory and vendor orders
- Coordinated events and large parties
- Maintained sanitation standards
Line Cook and Catering Cook
01.1999 - 12.2008
- Prepared high-volume meals
- Maintained sanitation and food safety
- Supported team operations in fast-paced kitchens
Catering Kitchen Prep Cook
Kathy Boss
Chicago
03.1999 - 11.2003
- Prepared ingredients for various catering events under high-pressure conditions.
- Organized kitchen inventory to ensure efficient workflow and resource availability.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards in food preparation areas.
Education
Technician in Commercial Export -
CETIS No. 58
MexicoSkills
- Kitchen Operations
- Staff Supervision
- Inventory Management
- Food Safety Compliance
- Infection Control
- High-Volume Cooking
- Leadership
- Bilingual English/Spanish
Timeline
Food Service Supervisor
Franciscan Health
01.2021 - Current
Food Service Cook
Kindred Hospital
01.2014 - Current
Sous Chef / Kitchen Manager
Corcoran's Restaurant
01.2008 - 12.2013
Catering Kitchen Prep Cook
Kathy Boss
03.1999 - 11.2003
Line Cook and Catering Cook
01.1999 - 12.2008
Technician in Commercial Export -
CETIS No. 58