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Aurora Alcantar

Romeoville,Illinois

Summary

Enthusiastic entry-level cafeteria worker dedicated to fostering a positive dining experience for students from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic levels. Passionate about nutrition and committed to safe food handling practices, thriving in busy environments while ensuring efficiency and accuracy. Known for reliability and a personable nature, consistently contributing to team success by supporting colleagues and maintaining a smooth service flow. Quick to learn new processes, adept at adapting to fast-paced settings, and driven to provide exceptional service to all students and educators.

Overview

2024
2024
years of professional experience

Work History

Operator

Inventus Power
10.2019 - 01.2024
  • Testing and Manufacturing Li-ion battery packs, smart chargers and efficient power supplies for Military, NASA, and Medical devices like; Ventilation, X-Rays, Defoliator and Heart Pump Equipment.
  • Perform wire/cable Harness assembly, stripping wire, fastening connectors.
  • Assisting Co-Workers in their duties
  • Read drawings to assemble in assisting in building Prototype
  • Use hand/power tools
  • Contribute to Team effort by training others in assembling tasks.

Assembler

Elan Industries, Inc.
10.2016 - 11.2018
  • Assembling boards, Packing and Labeling

Assembler

Grayhill, Inc.
06.2011 - 10.2015
  • Keyboard pads, Assembly switches

Assembler

Morey Corporation
02.2008 - 01.2011
  • PCB electronic and Mechanical assembly Boards.
  • Read and understand instructions
  • Document Production/Quality Forms

Server

Victorian Village Assisted Living
2001 - 2008
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to resident's needs.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable resident and their guest's experience.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for all our residents.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with residents.
  • Developed strong rapport with residents through genuine hospitality efforts.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Enhanced resident satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, reset dinning areas, and help in kitchen duties.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Adhered to proper food handling procedures and safety guidelines for the well-being of guests and team members alike.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied residents.
  • Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.

Teacher's Assistant

Alphabet Avenue
1998 - 2001
  • Contributed to a more organized classroom setting by maintaining accurate records on student attendance, assignments, and progress reports.
  • Ensured the safety of all students by adhering strictly to school policies regarding proper supervision during class times as well as extracurricular activities.
  • Supported the lead teacher in developing curriculum materials, ensuring alignment with state standards and educational objectives.
  • Increased student engagement with dynamic lesson plans designed to accommodate diverse learning styles.
  • Assisted students with special needs in achieving academic success through individualized instruction and personalized support strategies.

Student Transport

Alphabet Avenue
1998 - 2001
  • Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
  • Boosted team morale and productivity with regular motivational meetings and feedback sessions.
  • Efficiently and safely transported students to public and private schools.
  • Provided students a happy, fun, and safe environment while in transport to their corresponding school.

Teacher's Assistant

Short Stuff Daycare
1995 - 1998
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on the latest teaching trends and methodologies, enhancing overall effectiveness as an educator.
  • Provided timely feedback to students on their performance, allowing them to make adjustments as needed for continued improvement.
  • Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating professionalism, respectfulness, and an unwavering commitment to education excellence.
  • Facilitated effective learning experiences for students by utilizing a variety of instructional techniques to meet their unique needs.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication about student progress and areas for growth, ultimately contributing to improved home-school partnerships.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining open lines of communication with students, parents, and staff.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in consistent teaching approaches across multiple classrooms.
  • Assisted students with special needs in achieving academic success through individualized instruction and personalized support strategies.

Education

Diploma -

Bloom High School
Chicago Heights, Illinois

Skills

  • Bilingual: Spanish and English
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Safety compliance
  • Valid Driver's license
  • Attention to detail
  • Efficient multitasking
  • Effective communication
  • Problem-solving
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • Materials handling
  • Equipment operation
  • Customer service
  • Strong work ethic
  • Guest engagement
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Safe food handling
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Professional appearance
  • Dining area maintenance
  • Guest relations management
  • Positive attitude
  • Helping students with special needs
  • Student health and safety

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Operator

Inventus Power
10.2019 - 01.2024

Assembler

Elan Industries, Inc.
10.2016 - 11.2018

Assembler

Grayhill, Inc.
06.2011 - 10.2015

Assembler

Morey Corporation
02.2008 - 01.2011

Server

Victorian Village Assisted Living
2001 - 2008

Teacher's Assistant

Alphabet Avenue
1998 - 2001

Student Transport

Alphabet Avenue
1998 - 2001

Teacher's Assistant

Short Stuff Daycare
1995 - 1998

Diploma -

Bloom High School
Aurora Alcantar