Carlos Rafael Sanchez
Central Islip,NY
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Manager
Lessing's Food Service
12.2006 - Current
- Placed food orders with suppliers on weekly basis, taking into account kitchen budget and expected demands.
- Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Pitched in to work line during busy periods or in place of sick employees.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Instituted positive kitchen atmosphere for staffers through effective communication, consistent training and skill development.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Developed new culinary programs that increased customer satisfaction and operational excellence levels.
Assistant Manager
Utravel Services
03.1995 - 03.2005
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Reviewed sales and gross profit report to assess company efficiency.
- Monitored security to protect employees, customers and property.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
Nurse Assistant
Central Hidroelectrica 15 De Septiembre CEL
04.1989 - 12.1994
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Utilized nursing knowledge to identify patient needs and offer appropriate remedies.
- Analyzed and evaluated success of care plans, interventions and treatments.
- Evaluated patients' progress in treatment, communicating observations to physician on duty to maintain or adjust prescribed care.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Flight Paramedic Rescate Aereo
Air Force Escuadron De Helicopteros El Salvador
08.1986 - 03.1989
- Communicated pertinent patient information and status to hospital staff upon arrival.
- Followed established procedures for personal and patient safety.
- Treated 6 patients being transported by air on average each 30/40 minutes.
- Provided visual guidance, navigation and radio communications assistance to pilot.
- Transported critically ill and injured patients to nearest medical center, using advanced life support equipment as needed.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
- Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
- Assessed nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
- Inspected equipment and resolved deficiencies prior to in-service operations.
- Placed patients on backboards or stretchers to safely load into ambulance.
- Took patient health histories and asked questions to determine cause of illness or injury.
- Administered first-aid treatment to reduce pain and minimize risk of complications.
- Monitored patients' vital signs to assess condition and identify necessary medical interventions.
- Provided CPR and used automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to revive patients in cardiac arrest.
- Communicated patient information and updates to hospital staff for smooth transition.
- Used defibrillators and oxygen tanks during patient care and transport, increasing chances of survival.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate and life-saving medical care.
- Operated electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators or bag valve mask resuscitators in advanced life support environments.
- Liaised with police, fire department and other emergency responders to manage emergency scenes.
- Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote great patient care.
SSgto Batallon De Paracaidistas
Fuerza Aerea Batallon De Fuerzas Especiales
03.1985 - 08.1986
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Education
High School Diploma -
Instituto Nacional Concha Viuda De ERscalon
San Salvador11.1998
Curso De Ascenso A Sub Sargento -
Centro De Entrenamiento Militar CEMFA
La Union Salvador04.1988
Curso De Asscenso A Cabo -
Fuerza Aerea Salvadorena
Ilopaango El Salvador07.1986
Curso De Enfermero De Combate -
Fuerza Aerea Salvadorena
Ilopango El Salvador05.1986
Curso Basico # 61 De Paracaidismo De Combate -
Batallon De Paracaidistas
Ilopango El Salvador11.1985
Curso Basico De Artillero Cal 81mm -
Brigada De Artilleria
Ilopango El Salvador10.1985
Curso Basico Entrenamiento De Combate -
Fuerza Aerea Salvadorena Batallon De Paracaidistas
Ilopango El Salvador03.1985
Skills
- Team Management
- Menu Planning
- Food Safety
- Event Planning
- Food Safety Regulations
- Food Spoilage Prevention
- Supply Ordering
- Equipment Inspection
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Inventory Supervision
- Cooking Skills
- Battlefield Tactics
- Conflict Resolution
- Hand-to-Hand Combat
- Foreign Language Proficiency
- Tactical Communication
- Vehicle Operation
- Logistics Management
- Military Discipline
- Camouflage Techniques
- Land Navigation
- First Aid Proficiency
- Weapons Handling
- Radio Communication
- Explosives Handling
- Field Sanitation
- Survival Skills
- Emergency Response
- Leadership Development
- Stress Management
- Team Coordination
- Time Management
- Risk Assessments
- Secure Communication
- Security Patrols
- Training Coordination
- Squad Leadership
- Munitions
- Mortar and Artillery Operations
- Teamwork and Loyalty
- Combat Mission Support
- Hand-to-Hand Combat Techniques
- Offensive Tactics
- Night Vision Equipment
- Small Arms Training
- Armored Vehicle Operation
- Defensive Tactics
- Team Supervision
- Combat Operations
- Offensive Operations
- Rescue Operations
- Mission Planning
- Maintaining Equipment
Timeline
Chef Manager
Lessing's Food Service
12.2006 - Current
Assistant Manager
Utravel Services
03.1995 - 03.2005
Nurse Assistant
Central Hidroelectrica 15 De Septiembre CEL
04.1989 - 12.1994
Flight Paramedic Rescate Aereo
Air Force Escuadron De Helicopteros El Salvador
08.1986 - 03.1989
SSgto Batallon De Paracaidistas
Fuerza Aerea Batallon De Fuerzas Especiales
03.1985 - 08.1986
High School Diploma -
Instituto Nacional Concha Viuda De ERscalon
Curso De Ascenso A Sub Sargento -
Centro De Entrenamiento Militar CEMFA
Curso De Asscenso A Cabo -
Fuerza Aerea Salvadorena
Curso De Enfermero De Combate -
Fuerza Aerea Salvadorena
Curso Basico # 61 De Paracaidismo De Combate -
Batallon De Paracaidistas
Curso Basico De Artillero Cal 81mm -
Brigada De Artilleria
Curso Basico Entrenamiento De Combate -
Fuerza Aerea Salvadorena Batallon De Paracaidistas