Cristian Gonzalez Mejia
San Ysidro,CA
Summary
An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
San Ysidro School District
San Diego, CA
02.2022 - 08.2024
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to motivate students.
- Utilized various teaching techniques to motivate students and foster their academic growth.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by displaying enthusiasm for teaching subjects.
- Addressed individual student needs and accommodated learning differences.
- Enforced school policies regarding discipline, attendance, dress code.
Retail Sales Associate
Deseret Industries
Chula Vista, CA
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.
- Helped customers by answering questions and locating merchandise.
- Provided excellent customer service, resolving issues and answering queries promptly.
- Maintained thorough knowledge of store merchandise, current sales, and promotions.
- Monitored sales floor to identify customers in need of assistance and merchandise requiring replenishment.
- Computed purchases and received and processed cash or credit payment.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Followed company policies, rules and procedures to promote company goals and maintain safety.
- Operated cash registers and processed transactions including sales, returns, and exchanges.
Substitute Custodian
San Ysidro School District
San Diego, CA
07.2018 - 03.2020
- Notified managers of repair needs or additions to building operating systems.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations requiring custodial services.
- Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
- Polished windows, glass partitions or mirrors using sponges or squeegees.
- Wiped down various surfaces with approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Used cleaning products safely according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Dusted furniture, machines or equipment.
- Wet and spot mopped to clean floors and other surfaces in public corridors.
Retail Associate
Kmart, Sears Holding
Spring Valley, CA
07.2018 - 11.2025
- Engaged with customers to determine appropriate items to fit needs.
- Assisted with visual merchandising tasks including window dressing and floor changes.
- Walked sales floor and remained aware of customer actions to maintain safe and secure shopping environment.
- Addressed customer questions and concerns regarding products and services.
- Performed price checks on items requested by customers.
- Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers, and enhance sales.
- Monitored sales floor to identify customers in need of assistance and merchandise requiring replenishment.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Initiated friendly conversation with customers to determine level of assistance required.
Textbook Associate
Southwestern College Bookstore
Chula Vista, CA
01.2018 - 02.2018
- Greeted each customer and offered assistance in finding requested items, helping boost customer satisfaction and retention.
- Conducted regular audits of bookshelves to verify product availability.
- Matched customers to books or other products to meet needs.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding product features, pricing, and availability.
- Updated merchandise displays regularly to maximize visibility of featured items.
- Provided customer service by answering inquiries related to textbook availability, pricing, ordering procedures.
- Ensured that all products were properly labeled with accurate pricing information.
Dishwasher
Cafe Sevilla
San Diego, CA
07.2017 - 10.2025
- Loaded and unloaded dishwashers, washing by hand large pots or items used on continuous basis.
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Organized trays with cutlery prior to serving meals to customers.
- Restocked main kitchen areas with items from shelves, coolers, and freezers.
- Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for customer needs by quickly scraping, washing and restacking items.
- Removed built-up waste and potential contaminants from waste receptacles, machinery, and cooking equipment.
- Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
- Adhered to sanitary regulations to prevent contamination with food products.
- Inspected all returned dishes for cleanliness before restocking them on shelves.
- Scraped and pre-rinsed food from dirty dishes and placed items in dishwashing machine.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05-2021
Associate of Arts - History
Southwestern College
Chula Vista, CA05-2019
High School Diploma -
Southwest Senior High School
San Diego, CA06-2015
Skills
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Product knowledge
- Visual merchandising
- Sales floor monitoring
- Order processing
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Reliability
- Cash handling
- Ability to lift 40 pounds
- Cash register operation
- Detail-oriented
- Attention to detail
- Goal driven
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
San Ysidro School District
02.2022 - 08.2024
Retail Sales Associate
Deseret Industries
01.2020 - 01.2022
Substitute Custodian
San Ysidro School District
07.2018 - 03.2020
Retail Associate
Kmart, Sears Holding
07.2018 - 11.2025
Textbook Associate
Southwestern College Bookstore
01.2018 - 02.2018
Dishwasher
Cafe Sevilla
07.2017 - 10.2025
Bachelor of Arts - History
San Diego State University
Associate of Arts - History
Southwestern College
High School Diploma -
Southwest Senior High School
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