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Cinthya Zuniga

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Dynamic leader with proven expertise in staff supervision and customer service excellence, honed at El Pollo Loco and Sweetgreen. Skilled in conflict resolution and performance improvement, I excel in motivating teams to surpass operational goals while ensuring guest satisfaction. Achievements include significantly enhancing team productivity and customer service standards.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Shift Lead

Sweetgreen
Los Angeles, CA
03.2024 - Current

Team Leadership:

Leading and motivating the team during their shift.

Providing feedback and coaching to team members.

Delegating tasks and ensuring smooth workflow.

Addressing any issues or conflicts among staff.

-Customer Service:

Delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Handling customer inquiries and complaints effectively.

Ensuring a positive and welcoming atmosphere for guests.

-Operations Management:

Monitoring food quality and freshness.

Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards.

Following all operational guidelines and procedures.

Managing inventory levels.

-Training and Development:

Assisting with onboarding new team members.

Providing ongoing training on food preparation, customer service, and company policies.

-Compliance:

Adhering to all food safety regulations.

Ensuring compliance with labor laws and company policies.

-Flexibility:

Availability to work a variety of shifts including opening, closing, and weekends.

Ability to adapt to changing conditions and priorities.

Shift Lead

El Pollo Loco
Los Angeles, CA
03.2022 - 02.2024
  • Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring safety standards were met consistently.
  • Oversaw cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation at all times.
  • Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and maintaining a welcoming atmosphere for patrons.
  • Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
  • Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through effective conflict resolution and prompt service.
  • Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
  • Increased shift productivity by setting clear expectations and providing consistent guidance on job responsibilities.
  • Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
  • Supported upper management during critical decision-making processes by providing valuable insights based on firsthand experiences from shift operations.
  • Inventoried materials on weekly basis to identify and resolve discrepancies, maintaining highly accurate and current records.
  • Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
  • Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
  • Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies.

Team Member

El Pollo Loco
Los Angeles, CA
03.2022 - 02.2024
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
  • Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
  • Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
  • Addressed and resolved customer complaints in polite and professional manner.
  • Assisted with inventory counts and stocking of merchandise.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.

Cashier

K Bakery
Los Angeles, CA
09.2021 - 03.2022
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.

Education

Evans Community Adult School
717 N Figueroa Street

Skills

  • Customer service focus
  • Employee training
  • Guest service
  • Team motivation
  • Conflict resolution
  • Staff supervision
  • Performance improvement

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Shift Lead

Sweetgreen
03.2024 - Current

Shift Lead

El Pollo Loco
03.2022 - 02.2024

Team Member

El Pollo Loco
03.2022 - 02.2024

Cashier

K Bakery
09.2021 - 03.2022

Evans Community Adult School
Cinthya Zuniga