Mark Contreras
Boise
Summary
Head Cook and Kitchen Manager with 3 years of experience leading high-volume meal service in a camp environment. Managed daily kitchen operations, menu planning, food prep, and staff supervision while serving large groups on tight schedules. Oversaw inventory, ordering, food safety, and sanitation compliance. Developed efficient systems to ensure consistency, quality, and timely service in a fast-paced, non-restaurant setting requiring adaptability and strong leadership.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Camas Meadows Bible Camp
Peshastin, WA
11.2024 - 01.2026
- Managed daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Supervised kitchen staff, fostering teamwork and enhancing morale among team members.
- Developed menus that met dietary needs while maximizing cost efficiency and ingredient utilization.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations through regular inspections and training sessions.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Head Cook
Camas Meadows Bible Camp
Peshastin, WA
11.2024 - 01.2026
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure high-quality food preparation and service.
- Developed and implemented new recipes to enhance menu offerings and customer satisfaction.
- Managed inventory levels, minimizing waste while ensuring ingredient availability for daily operations.
Groundskeeper
Lost Creek Christian Camp
Naches, WA
05.2022 - 10.2024
- Maintained grounds, ensuring cleanliness and aesthetics of outdoor spaces.
- Operated landscaping equipment to efficiently perform maintenance tasks.
- Conducted routine inspections of facilities to identify maintenance needs.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance overall camp appearance and functionality.
Summer Camp Counselor
Cedar Springs Camp
Lake Stevens, WA
07.2021 - 10.2024
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and engagement for campers.
- Facilitated team-building exercises to enhance camper collaboration and communication.
- Mentored junior counselors, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Monitored camper behavior, addressing conflicts and promoting a positive environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School
Marysville, WASkills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Staff supervision
- Food preparation
Certification
- Servsafe Manager certified
- Servsafe food=handler's certification
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Camas Meadows Bible Camp
11.2024 - 01.2026
Head Cook
Camas Meadows Bible Camp
11.2024 - 01.2026
Groundskeeper
Lost Creek Christian Camp
05.2022 - 10.2024
Summer Camp Counselor
Cedar Springs Camp
07.2021 - 10.2024
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School