Multitalented professional with several years in top-tier organizational support. Skilled at close work with senior executive team. Robust history offering office management, support staff management, training, supervision and event planning. Excellent research, project support and organizational abilities.
Work History
Server
Lin's Grand Buffet
Tucson, AZ
02.2024 - 08.2024
Greet customers, and maintain a friendly demeanor throughout their experience.
Accurately take beverage orders.
Understand and communicate what’s on the buffet line, answer questions customers might have, and make recommendations on food selections to customers if necessary. Accurately deliver beverages to customers.
Periodically check in with customers to make sure everything is going well with their meal, being attentive, and responding to additional requests as needed.
Respond quickly to issues customers have, getting management involved if necessary.
Collect payment from customers accurately and honestly, and process it through the POS system.
Keep serving stations stocked with ice, soda, etc., as well as keep your section clean and prepared for new guests.
Know and follow applicable food service safety regulations and best practices.
Conduct end-of-shift/night cleaning, ensuring all sections are cleaned and orderly.
Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
Responded to ad hoc cleaning duties at end of shift.
Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
Collected dirty dishes and glasses from tables or counters, preparing areas for next diners.
Executive Assistant
Lettuce Feed U Enterprises
Chicago, IL
08.2020 - 11.2020
Filtered important calls and spam calls to help executives prioritize specific clients and expedite daily operations.
Opened, read and replied to e-mails, letters and correspondence on behalf of executives.
Prioritize and manage incoming and outgoing correspondences to include e-mails, letters, and phone calls.
Conduct internal audits of facilities, and report findings to the manager and owner.
Act as a point of contact between the owner/manager and employees/vendors.
Respond to owner/manager requests in a prompt manner.
Identify and implement cost-saving, time-saving operational procedures.
Store and file documentation in an efficient manner.
Conducted research and collected and analyzed data to prepare reports and documents.
Human Resources Coordinator - Fresh Logistics
Campbell Soup, C-Fresh Division
Chicago, IL
02.2017 - 10.2018
Recruit for hourly and salary positions open in Chicago location
Manage proper collection and retention of employee documentation
Oversee creation of offer letters, hire packets and complete on-boarding procedures for new employees
Conduct weekly audits of data administered into payroll system (Kronos)
Maintain HR bulletin board with required legal postings
Complete quarterly and yearly Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) reports for corporate and legal review
Conduct yearly I-9 audits and follow-up on required documentation needed from employees
Investigate employee relation issues/claims and work with legal/managerial department to mitigate and resolve issues/claims when needed
Serve as central point of contact for all work-related employee injuries, and immediately work with legal, safety, and management departments to ensure accurate completion of documentation and communication to relevant internal and external parties
File Worker’s Compensation Claims with insurance company and communicate safety issues to corporate department
File employee work-related incidents in MyOSH (electronic system). If needed, add incidents into OSHA log
Conduct benefits education, orientation and assist employees in enrollment
Create and maintain reports on employee turnover, labor hours and overtime
Work with Operations Director and Manager to calculate anticipated increases of headcounts based on Warehouse product flow
Manage and assist in yearly employee evaluations and communicate progress to corporate office
Ensure compliance of Safety/Food Safety Training program, by auditing managers training files
Communicate leaves of absences to corporate office (FMLA, Short-Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave) and ensure proper completion of paperwork for leave requests
Track employee’s attendance and performance disciplinary actions and terminate when needed
Regulatory Coordinator - Agricultural Operations
Campbell Soup, C-Fresh Division
Chicago, IL
06.2016 - 02.2017
Monitor Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) program to ensure internal and customer specifications are met
Work with GIS department to schedule water testing of internal and outside grower water sources
Manage food safety training program
Manage third party audits to ensure compliance of customer specifications
Aid in research of industry standards, recommend improvements and follow-through completion
Conduct internal audits to ensure proper GAP procedures are followed by growing locations, internal employees and temp/contract labor
Assist all C-Fresh divisions with Food Safety Modernization Act compliance program and develop Campbell’s Produce Rule program implementation for external growers
Monitor GAP schedule to ensure all documentation and samplings are being completed by deadlines
Executive Assistant - Agricultural Operations
Campbell Soup, C-Fresh Division
Bakersfield, CA
09.2013 - 05.2016
Managed domestic and international corporate travel for C-Fresh employees and external attendees by developing itineraries and booking transportation.
Executed high-level projects by establishing timelines, conducting research, and collaborating with departments to monitor progress.
Assisted in organizing conferences, seminars and other events as directed by the executives.
Provided administrative support in preparing contracts, invoices, purchase orders, and other documentation required for daily business activities.
Monitored inventory levels of office supplies and placed orders when necessary.
Coordinated with internal departments on a regular basis to ensure efficient functioning of day-to-day operations.
Organized and managed complex calendar of appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements for executive team.
Updated and implemented administrative and executive support policy changes and monitored effects.
Filtered important calls and spam calls to help executives prioritize specific clients and expedite daily operations.
Took detailed notes in meetings and disseminated information afterward.
Maintained confidential records and files related to executive operations.
Tackled and addressed top-level, high-priority issues with professional administrative discretion.
Performed data entry tasks into various software programs including MS Excel spreadsheets.
Created and maintained computer- and paper-based filing and organization systems for records, reports and documents.
Facilitated communication between temporary labor agencies and HR to resolve discrepancies and employee relations issues.
Conducted headcount audits at agricultural sites, presenting findings to Ag VP, legal department, and HR.
Processed and reconciled weekly contract labor invoices up to $500K during peak seasons for accounting department.
Prepared contract labor accruals based on labor hours for month-end accounting procedures.
Generated and maintained departmental requisitions while coordinating invoice processing with Accounts Payable.
Planned logistics and presentation materials for large-scale events, ensuring successful execution.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Education
Bachelors of Science - Business Administration (Online Program)
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
01.2025 - Current
Associate of Science - Business Administration
San Joaquin Valley College
Bakersfield, CA
08.2013
Skills
Team collaboration
Attention to detail
Logistics and schedule management
Multitasking
Administrative oversight
Schedule & calendar planning
Time management
Communication skills
Analytical skills
Project management abilities
Expense reports
Organizational skills
Proficient in Microsoft
Adaptability
Professionalism
Order delivery practices
Table resetting
High volume dining
Food safety
Beverage preparation
Customer feedback management
Cash handling
Strong work ethic
Positive and professional
Table setting
Service prioritization
Allergy awareness
Order accuracy
Guest relations management
Performance improvement
POS operation
Hospitality service expertise
Safety Training
OSHA 30-hour General Industry Training Course, Pepperidge Farm, Downers Grove, IL, 08/01/18, Comprehensive training of occupational health and safety, including identification, reduction, and elimination of hazards in the workplace.
CCOF Farm Food Safety Training, Basic GAP’s, Ojai, CA, 04/01/16, On-farm food safety and good agricultural practices regarding water, soil, hygiene, surfaces, domestic and wild animals and symptoms of food borne illness.
Primus GSF Training Course, 05/01/16, Training examining audit scheme and how standards are applied in the fields of Food Safety Management, Systems, GAP (Good Agricultural Practices), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) and preventive controls.
Affiliations
Volunteer English teacher in Mocorito Municipality during 2020-2024
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bachelors of Science - Business Administration (Online Program)