Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
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Cindy Chao

Merced,CA

Summary

Responsible Cashier proficient in handling money, restocking merchandise and helping customers locate products. History of keeping work areas clean, neat and professionally arranged. Good listening skills combined with attentive and detail-oriented nature. Hardworking fast learner, also offering excellent food preparation and food handling skills. Keeping area well-stocked, organized, and sanitized for maximum efficiency. Team oriented, punctual, and reliable. Food handler Certified.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Child Care

Self Employed Services
01.2015 - Current
  • Assisted family child care providers in maintaining a safe and nurturing environment
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Changing diapers
  • Assisted with homework and school projects
  • Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.

Dietary Aide

Anberry Transitional Care
03.2022 - 04.2024
  • Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
  • Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
  • Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
  • Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
  • Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring timely meal production and delivery.
  • Assisted in the preparation of nutritious meals for patients with various medical conditions and dietary restrictions.
  • Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors, and prep areas.
  • Added food items, beverages, and utensils to trays and immediately delivered to correct rooms.
  • Ensured food safety compliance through proper storage, handling, and sanitation procedures, minimizing risk of contamination or illness.
  • Discarded outdated food products and maintained waste disposal procedures.

IHSS Care Provider

Alameda Social Services: In-Home Support Services
10.2018 - 11.2022


  • Assist elderly with personal hygiene care
  • Cook and prepare meals
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Run errands such as picking up medications and groceries
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Translate for non-english speaking patients.
  • Provided transportation for clients to medical appointments, social events, and other necessary outings.

Kitchen Prep Cook / Dishwasher

Polaris Cafe
04.2018 - 12.2020
  • Operate ovens, mixer, griddles safely to prevent kitchen accidents
  • Sanitizing kitchen appliances, utensils, counters, work stations, and floors
  • Chopped, diced, and sliced vegetables, fruits, and meats
  • Seasoning and marinating meats
  • Replenished food items from inventory and rotate ingredients
  • Followed proper food handling methods, maintaining temperatures of food products
  • Set up and prep food for soups, salads, and sauces
  • Helped staff members complete tasks during peak times.

Cashier

Jetro Restaurant Depot
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Welcoming customers, answering their questions, helping them locate items
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Issue receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Count money in cash drawers at the beginning and end of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Oakland High School
Oakland, CA

Laney Collage
Oakland, CA

Skills

  • Customer service excellence
  • Time management skills
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Cash handling and management
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Food handling safety
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Kitchen Operations
  • Child Care Abilities
  • Child Care Experience
  • Elderly Home care assistance

Certification

Food Handling Certifieed

References

  • Gita Mangrola

209-233-4786

  • Samantha Gomez

209-761-3171

  • Jack Wood

602-750-0966

  • Peggy Huang Kong

 510-872-7298 Connect@thepolariscafe.com

  • Kami Saechao

 209-386-2242 Ksaechao1991@gmail.com

Timeline

Dietary Aide

Anberry Transitional Care
03.2022 - 04.2024

IHSS Care Provider

Alameda Social Services: In-Home Support Services
10.2018 - 11.2022

Kitchen Prep Cook / Dishwasher

Polaris Cafe
04.2018 - 12.2020

Child Care

Self Employed Services
01.2015 - Current

Cashier

Jetro Restaurant Depot
01.2015 - 01.2016

High School Diploma -

Oakland High School

Laney Collage
Cindy Chao