Cherlie Ceneus
New Rochelle,NY
Summary
Hardworking Custodian equipped with expert knowledge of cleaning equipment, products, and techniques. Focuses on completing tasks quickly and with high quality standards in mind. Maintains sanitation levels in and around company facilities as set forth by company standards.
Meticulous Cleaner - Housekeeper with good performance record maintaining clean, sanitized and tidy environments for guests and clients. Skilled at deep cleaning, dusting, and polishing. Proven history of performing with excellent work ethic and dependability.
Custodian known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in sanitary practices, waste disposal, and chemical safety, bringing focused attention to maintaining clean and inviting environments. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring smooth operational flow and workplace cleanliness.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Custodian Facilities Department
Iona University
New Rochelle, NY
02.2013 - 11.2025
- Maintained cleanliness of classrooms, hallways, and common areas.
- Collaborated with staff to address maintenance issues and ensure safe environments.
- Trained new custodial staff on cleaning procedures and equipment usage efficiently.
- Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors; cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, and other common areas; emptying trash cans and disposing of waste appropriately.
- Cleaning windows, mirrors, walls, and ceilings; dusting furniture and wiping down surfaces.
- Wiped down various surfaces with approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
- Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Assisting with special projects related to custodial care as assigned by supervisor or manager.
- Responding quickly to emergency situations such as flooding or spills in order to minimize damage to property or injury to personnel.
- Inspected exterior and interior of building for service issues and reported damages and needed repairs to supervisor.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping or vacuuming.
- Serviced, cleaned and restocked restrooms.
- Completed deep-cleaning floor buffing, carpet cleaning, duct cleaning and wall washing.
- Polished windows, glass partitions or mirrors using sponges or squeegees.
- Notified managers of repair needs or additions to building operating systems.
Manager
Don Bosco Restaurant
Port-au-Prince, Haïti
03.1995 - 09.2010
- Oversaw daily restaurant operations and ensured efficient workflow among staff.
- Managed inventory levels and coordinated supply orders to meet demand.
- Developed staff schedules to optimize coverage during peak hours.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain high satisfaction levels.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to develop action plans for improving services offered.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly, maintaining a positive brand image.
- Managed inventory levels to meet demand without overstocking, reducing waste.
Education
T&J Nurses AiDE TRAINING School
10.2025 - 01.2026
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Facility maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Emergency response
- Equipment operation
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
T&J Nurses AiDE TRAINING School
10.2025 - 01.2026
Custodian Facilities Department
Iona University
02.2013 - 11.2025
Manager
Don Bosco Restaurant
03.1995 - 09.2010