Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
Accomplishments
References
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Benjamin Recalde

Mount Vernon,IA

Summary

Passionate about multiple careers. Trained in multiple different areas. Hardworking student looking for flexible part time employment with weekend/evening shift options. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sous Chef

Plantiful Pantry
Mount Vernon, IA
11.2023 - Current
  • Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and recipes.
  • Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies.
  • Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
  • Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
  • Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement in service or product quality.
  • Liaised closely with kitchen and front-of-house personnel.

Dental Assistant

Iowa Army National Guard
Iowa City, Iowa
08.2022 - Current
  • Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
  • Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
  • Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
  • Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
  • Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.

Sandwich Artist

SUBWAY®Restaurants
Mount Vernon, Iowa
11.2022 - 03.2024
  • Greeted customers and provided product knowledge.
  • Ensured all menu items were prepared in accordance with health and safety standards.
  • Followed established procedures for handling money transactions accurately.
  • Assisted in the training of new staff members on proper sandwich-making techniques.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area throughout shift.
  • Inspected equipment regularly for proper functioning and sanitation standards.
  • Prepared food items such as sandwiches, salads, soups, and drinks according to customer orders or company recipes.
  • Communicated effectively with co-workers regarding customer needs and concerns.
  • Organized inventory for efficient restocking of products.

Carryout/Stocker

Gary's Foods
Mount Vernon, IA
03.2020 - 11.2022
  • Monitored expiration dates of perishable items to ensure freshness.
  • Sorted returned merchandise for restocking or disposal.
  • Removed outdated products from shelves in accordance with company policy.
  • Maintained a neat, clean and orderly warehouse environment at all times.
  • Stocked shelves with newly arrived products.
  • Arranged merchandise in an attractive manner to promote sales.
  • Provided customer service by answering questions about product location, price and availability.

Cashier/Dishwasher

Rustic Hearth Bakery
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
  • Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
  • Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.

Dishwasher/Prep Cook

Palisades Cafe
Mount Vernon, Iowa
12.2019 - 02.2020
  • Ensured that workstations were kept neat and tidy throughout the shift.
  • Checked temperatures of dishwashing machines to ensure proper functioning.
  • Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.
  • Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
  • Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils.
  • Stocked service areas with clean plates, bowls, cups, and other items as needed.
  • Followed all safety guidelines while handling sharp objects like knives or forks.
  • Assisted in preparing salads and desserts when requested by chefs or supervisors.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mount Vernon High School
Mount Vernon, IA
05-2023

Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nursing Assistant

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA

Some College (No Degree) -

Basic Combat Training
Fort Jackson, SC

Some College (No Degree) - Dental Assisting

METC
Fort Sam Houston

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Patient Care

Dental Assisting

Food Preparation

Certification

  • CNA Certified from Kirkwood Community College
  • BLS Certified from Army National Guard Training

Affiliations

  • Fitness/Boxing
  • Outdoors
  • Art
  • Barbering(would like to get licensed in the future)

Accomplishments

  • Army Basic Training
  • Army Dental Assistant Training
  • Army Achievement Award for exceptional performance in AIT

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sous Chef

Plantiful Pantry
11.2023 - Current

Sandwich Artist

SUBWAY®Restaurants
11.2022 - 03.2024

Dental Assistant

Iowa Army National Guard
08.2022 - Current

Cashier/Dishwasher

Rustic Hearth Bakery
08.2021 - 03.2022

Carryout/Stocker

Gary's Foods
03.2020 - 11.2022

Dishwasher/Prep Cook

Palisades Cafe
12.2019 - 02.2020

High School Diploma -

Mount Vernon High School

Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nursing Assistant

Kirkwood Community College

Some College (No Degree) -

Basic Combat Training

Some College (No Degree) - Dental Assisting

METC

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