Play a key role in managing daily kitchen operations, ensuring the preparation of nutritious and comforting meals for residents in a residential care setting. Collaborate with the Food Services Director on everything from meal planning and food purchasing to equipment maintenance and kitchen organization. Additionally, oversee a small team of cooks and volunteers, ensuring a smooth workflow and adherence to safety and sanitation standards.Key Responsibilities:Develop grocery lists and manage kitchen supply needs.Supervise and train kitchen staff and volunteers.Oversee kitchen equipment maintenance and repair.Assist with food purchasing, including online orders.Ensure kitchen operations comply with licensing regulations.Step in for the Food Services Director when necessary, managing meal preparation, staff scheduling, and addressing special dietary needs of residents.Key Skills:Menu Planning & Nutritional Meal PrepTeam Leadership & TrainingFood Safety & Sanitation ComplianceSpecial Dietary Needs (HIV/AIDS care)Kitchen Equipment Maintenance

Prepare and serve three daily meals for 15-25 residents, staff, and guests in a 15-bed licensed residential care facility for individuals living with AIDS/HIV.Maintain a high standard of food safety and hygiene, crucial for immune-compromised clients, ensuring compliance with health regulations.Collaborate with a supportive team, contributing to a non-institutional food program known for its excellence and creativity.Manage kitchen operations independently, multitasking to meet diverse dietary needs while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.Communicate effectively with residents, staff, and volunteers, demonstrating patience, compassion, and a sense of humor.Utilize basic computer skills for timekeeping, email correspondence, and mandatory online training.Engage in personal growth opportunities within a meaningful and fulfilling work environment.

Collected and recorded video data from home to assist in training an AI model, contributing up to 35 hours of high-quality data weekly.Maintained strict adherence to detailed instructions and ensured consistent quality across all submissions.Provided valuable feedback on software interfaces, directly influencing product development and refinement.Utilized proprietary hardware and software for data collection, ensuring confidentiality through adherence to a signed NDA.Developed proficiency in performing repetitive tasks with precision and patience, leading to opportunities for increased compensation and responsibility.Engaged in swift and effective communication with the engineering team, incorporating feedback to improve data collection processes

Key member of the QA team for the Tap Sports Baseball Franchise, responsible for comprehensive testing across iOS, Android, and Kindle devices. Played a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and stability of the game through rigorous testing, bug identification, and issue escalation during daily standup meetings.Demonstrated adaptability by successfully taking over the testing efforts for the RevSDK package on short notice, managing critical components such as analytics, in-app purchases (IAP), notifications, ads, and age consent flows. Developed detailed test plans for new features, leading test plan reviews and feature completion assessments to ensure thorough coverage and successful implementation.Successfully released two major title launches and numerous updates, contributing to the overall success and stability of the franchise. Played an integral role in the submission process for the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, and Kindle App Store, ensuring timely and smooth releases.

Owned and operated a successful food truck business, recognized as one of SF Chronicle’s 25 Best Food Trucks in the Bay Area (2018). Led all aspects of the business, including menu creation, food preparation, and customer service. As a Certified Food Safety Manager, ensured compliance with all health and safety regulations.In addition to daily operations, oversaw the catering division, managing client relationships and overseeing the execution of all catering orders. Drove sales growth through targeted marketing strategies and by consistently delivering high-quality, customizable catering experiences. Successfully built a loyal client base and expanded the catering program, contributing significantly to the overall revenue of the business.

Led and managed a dynamic team of approximately 20 QA Leads and Testers, overseeing the successful porting of Android games and ensuring quality across multiple platforms, including MacOS, Facebook VR, and Google Glass. Played a crucial role in maintaining the quality and performance of Glu Mobile’s diverse portfolio, contributing to the company’s reputation for delivering reliable and engaging gaming experiences.Conducted daily standup meetings to identify and prioritize critical issues, effectively coordinating team efforts to meet tight deadlines and ensure smooth project progression. Introduced and implemented TestRail and Jira/Confluence as the primary tools for test case management, bug reporting, and documentation, streamlining workflows and enhancing team productivity.Oversaw the development and implementation of the testing process for a shared currency system across Android titles, ensuring seamless integration and functionality. Demonstrated strong leadership and problem-solving skills, driving continuous improvement in QA processes and fostering a culture of excellence within the team.Recognized with the Best of Glu (Peer Recognition) Award, following a nomination by a Customer Service Representative for outstanding assistance in resolving complex customer issues. This accolade highlighted my commitment to cross-departmental collaboration and delivering high-quality customer experiences.

Managed the procurement and administration of telecom devices and services, ensuring seamless communication and connectivity across the organization. Spearheaded negotiations with external vendors and service providers, securing cost-effective contracts that enhanced both operational efficiency and budget management.Oversaw the deployment and maintenance of telecom infrastructure, including mobile devices, landlines, and internet services, ensuring reliability and minimal downtime. Implemented strategies to optimize telecom usage and reduce expenses, contributing to significant cost savings for the company. Collaborated closely with IT and operations teams to address technical issues and enhance user experience, ensuring that all communication systems met the evolving needs of the business.Demonstrated strong analytical skills by evaluating and selecting the best telecom solutions, resulting in improved service delivery and user satisfaction.

Led comprehensive testing efforts for J2ME and Brew feature phone games, ensuring high-quality releases across multiple mobile platforms. Successfully shipped over 10 titles, each meeting strict quality standards and tight deadlines, contributing to the company’s reputation for delivering reliable and engaging mobile games.Mentored and trained junior testers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the QA team. Provided hands-on guidance in testing methodologies, bug reporting, and best practices, helping to build a skilled and cohesive team.Reported directly to the QA Manager on project status during weekly meetings, delivering detailed updates on progress, challenges, and key milestones. Led daily stand-up meetings with engineers and testers to align on priorities, identify and address critical issues, and ensure smooth coordination between teams.Developed game-specific test plans tailored to the unique requirements of each title, ensuring thorough coverage and effective issue resolution. Demonstrated strong organizational and leadership skills by managing and coaching the company softball team, fostering team spirit and camaraderie outside the workplace.

Tested J2ME and Brew feature phone games, contributing to the successful release of 5 titles.

Conducted QA testing on children's educational hardware and software.

Performed QA testing on a mobile television app for feature phones.

Tested video games on Xbox and PlayStation consoles.

Taught English as a Second Language to students of all levels.Delivered engaging and effective English language instruction to students of all levels, ranging from beginners to advanced learners, in a dynamic classroom environment. Developed and implemented customized lesson plans to address diverse learning needs and goals, utilizing a variety of teaching methods and resources to enhance student comprehension and language skills.Fostered a positive and interactive learning atmosphere by encouraging student participation and providing constructive feedback. Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, adapting teaching strategies to ensure continued improvement and achievement of language proficiency objectives.Collaborated with fellow instructors to share best practices and refine teaching techniques, contributing to the overall success of the language program. Gained valuable cross-cultural experience and enhanced communication skills by working with students from diverse backgrounds, enriching their learning experience and helping them achieve their English language goals.

Led QA teams testing titles on Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, and PC platforms, successfully shipping 12 titles.Trained and mentored junior testers, providing regular project updates.

Tested games across PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo platforms.