Angel Maria Santiago
Spotsylvania
Summary
Talented Grill Cook executes grill station operations to prepare quality food and deliver prompt service. Maintains clean, stocked and well-organized station. Works closely with restaurant personnel to uphold standards of service, resulting in memorable dining experiences.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Grill Operator
Waffle House
Fredericksburg
05.2025 - Current
- Operated grill to prepare meals according to Waffle House standards.
- Managed cooking times for multiple orders simultaneously.
- Maintained cleanliness of grill area and cooking utensils.
- Collaborated with servers to ensure timely meal delivery.
- Followed food safety guidelines to maintain a safe environment.
- Monitored inventory levels of ingredients and supplies regularly.
- Kept work area clean and organized throughout shift.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of line workstations.
Crew Member
McDonald's
Decatur
11.2022 - 05.2025
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining and kitchen areas consistently.
- Prepared and assembled food orders accurately for customer satisfaction.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely to ensure efficient food production.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while ensuring accuracy in the register.
- Engaged with customers to address inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
- Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Organized and restocked supplies to support operations and team productivity.
Lead Teacher
Kid City USA
Deltona
02.2016 - 05.2022
- Designed engaging lesson plans aligned with developmental standards for young children.
- Facilitated classroom activities to promote social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
- Guided and supported teaching staff in implementing effective instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address concerns.
- Supervised classroom management to create a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Developed assessments to evaluate student understanding and inform instruction adjustments.
- Trained new teachers on curriculum delivery and classroom procedures effectively.
- Organized special events to enhance community involvement and student engagement.
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
- Worked with teachers to design interactive lessons and increase student success.
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
- Involved parents in student learning to increase family interaction and student support.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
- Researched books and supplemental materials to use with lesson plans.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers during their onboarding process.
- Communicated objectives for lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
Education
Conway Highschool
Conway, SCChild Care Development Associate - Council of Professional Regonization
National American University
Skills
- Meal preparation
- Grill operation
- Food safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Cash handling
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Work organization
- Communication skills
- Training and mentoring
- Allergen awareness
- Adaptable
- Quick-learning
- Sanitation procedures
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Child development
- Instructional strategies
- Student assessment
- Curriculum development
- Conflict resolution
- Parent communication
- Effective leadership
- Feedback and evaluation
Personal
Hi, I'm a 35 years old and am rediscovering life differently. I am separated from my husband and daughter, trying to get life together. I currently live in a hotel and help take care of my mom and aunt whenever they need help I don't fit in my current job well and am looking for new employment.
Timeline
Grill Operator
Waffle House
05.2025 - Current
Crew Member
McDonald's
11.2022 - 05.2025
Lead Teacher
Kid City USA
02.2016 - 05.2022
Conway Highschool
Child Care Development Associate - Council of Professional Regonization
National American University