Dynamic operations leader with a proven track record at El Canton Cantina, excelling in staff development and logistics management. Spearheaded a modern employee recognition program that significantly boosted productivity. Bilingual in Spanish and English, I foster strong team dynamics while ensuring financial stability and operational excellence.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Clinica Family Services
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
General Manager of Operations
El Canton Cantina Bar and Grill Restaurant
09.2019 - Current
Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
Designed modern employee recognition program which boosted productivity and improved morale.
Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
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Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
MATM
Clinica Family Health
10.2003 - 06.2019
Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.