Danielle Barrios
Laredo,Texas
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level CDL Truck Driver position and a career opportunity to fully utilize experience and training skills, while making a significant contribution to the success and help achieve company goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Driver
Transportes Angel Express
Nuevo Laredo, Tamps. MX
01.2018 - Current
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained safe driving record by observing road rules, remaining cautious, and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- Conducted efficient cargo transfers to maintain route schedules.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
- Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
- Identified mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and reported serious concerns to management.
- Protected people and equipment from hazardous materials by using correct procedures.
CDL Truck Driver Instructor
Grace CDL Truck Driving School Inc.
4301 McPherson Rd., Suite 104, Laredo, TX, United
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained safe driving record by observing road rules, remaining cautious, and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Fostered positive working relationships with regular customers and students.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly demonstrated students how to make high volume of deliveries.
- Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
- Identified mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and reported serious concerns to management.
- Protected people and equipment from hazardous materials by using correct procedures.
Executive Chef
Embassy Suites Hotel
110 Calle Del Norte, Laredo, TX 78041
10.2005 - 08.2021
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Requisitioned food, selected and developed recipes and standardized production recipes for consistent quality.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
- Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
Cook
Laredo Specialty
Laredo Specialty Hospital
03.2006 - 03.2007
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Cook
Coyote Grille
Laredo, TX
01.2003 - 02.2006
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Sous Chef
The Executive Club
Laredo, TX
04.1998 - 12.2005
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
- Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
Cook
La Parrilla Restaurant
Laredo, TX
03.1997 - 04.2002
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Nuevo Laredo, Tamps. Mexico
Nuevo Laredo, Tamps. MexicoSkills
- Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
- Hydraulics
- Paperwork Management
- Pretrip Inspections
- DOT Compliance
- Product Delivery
- Hazardous materials handling
- Safe driving practices
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver Instructor
Grace CDL Truck Driving School Inc.
09.2022 - 11.2023
CDL Driver
Transportes Angel Express
01.2018 - Current
Cook
Laredo Specialty
03.2006 - 03.2007
Executive Chef
Embassy Suites Hotel
10.2005 - 08.2021
Cook
Coyote Grille
01.2003 - 02.2006
Sous Chef
The Executive Club
04.1998 - 12.2005
Cook
La Parrilla Restaurant
03.1997 - 04.2002
High School Diploma -
Nuevo Laredo, Tamps. Mexico