Delia Cortez Martinez
Houston,TX
Summary
Experienced Food Pantry Coordinator dedicated to continuous delivery of top quality products and services to clients. Working with community and coordinating productive supply chain operations. Builds and leads talented teams and staff members. on addressing client needs. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Pantry Coordinator
Wesley Community Center
Houston, Texas
11.2021 - 07.2024
- Analyzed trends and data to inform decision-making and program development.
- Supervised a team of dedicated volunteers who assisted in the day-to-day operations of the pantry, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and effectively.
- Kept warehouses and preparation areas clean and orderly to limit workplace risk.
- Managed volunteer programs focused on providing community services to underserved populations.
- Improved food pantry efficiency by implementing an effective inventory management system.
- Prepared and packaged boxes during box assembly line phase.
- Played key role in implementation of new distribution programs, improving customer services and satisfaction.
- Coordinated logistics of distribution trucks to include arrival, distribution area and sign-in procedures.
- Restocked shelves with produce, arranging in expiry order to reduce waste.
- Coordinated with community stakeholders for successful implementation of social and community service initiatives.
- Operated electric pallet jack to transport materials within warehouse efficiently.
Student Nutrition
Galena Park ISD
11.2017 - 11.2021
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Set up kitchen every morning by turning on equipment, cutting ingredients and stocking workstations.
- Sanitized work surfaces between food preparation, avoiding cross-contamination and maintaining food safety guidelines.
- Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Reduced waste through effective portion control measures and efficient use of ingredients during preparation.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills, coordinating multiple tasks simultaneously for efficient meal preparation.
Transportation Bus Driver
Galena Park ISD
05.1995 - 02.1998
- Maintained [State] driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Inspected and serviced buses on regular basis.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Drove bus along assigned route, picking up students.
Front End Cashier Assistant
Walmart
05.1995 - 02.1998
- Contributed to team success by willingly covering shifts for colleagues when needed or requested.
- Managed currency exchanges accurately, minimizing discrepancies between register totals and actual cash amounts on hand.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, ensuring their continued patronage and overall satisfaction.
- Maintained organized and orderly front end and removed carts, baskets, and debris.
- Set up front-end merchandise displays to attract customers and showcase store products.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
Education
CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Galena Park High School
Galena Park, TXSkills
- Paperwork management
- Food Service
- Problem-Solving
- Client meetings
- Safety Procedures
- Stocking
- Nutrition education
- Food Distribution
- Volunteer Scheduling
- Data Entry
- Phone and Email Etiquette
- Electric pallet jack operation
Certification
2023: American Heart Association-Basic Life Support Certificate Houston,Tx
2023: Learn2Serve Texas Food Manager Certification Program - Texas Food Safety Manager Certification
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Food Pantry Coordinator
Wesley Community Center
11.2021 - 07.2024
Student Nutrition
Galena Park ISD
11.2017 - 11.2021
Transportation Bus Driver
Galena Park ISD
05.1995 - 02.1998
Front End Cashier Assistant
Walmart
05.1995 - 02.1998
CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Galena Park High School