Elizabeth Barroso
San Leandro,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented food service handler with proven expertise in food safety, customer service, and team collaboration. Committed to maintaining hygiene standards and training staff to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Service Handler
Napa State Hospital
Napa, California
06.2016 - Current
- Prepared and served meals according to dietary guidelines and patient needs.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline meal service operations and enhance service delivery.
- Trained new staff on food handling procedures and safety regulations to maintain compliance with health standards.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent foodborne illnesses and ensure hygiene standards.
- Monitored food temperature and quality during preparation and serving processes.
- Addressed patient inquiries regarding menu options and dietary restrictions to ensure satisfaction and adherence to dietary needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of food service areas and equipment.
- Assisted in inventory management and stock rotation for food items.
- Stocked kitchen supplies including utensils and condiments.
- Set up workstations with necessary items for food preparation.
- Monitored quality control of products prior to serving.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hot surfaces or sharp objects.
- Maintained the kitchen area clean and sanitized at all times.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
- Mopped floors and cleaned walk-in refrigerators and storage areas to maintain hygienic, sanitized work area.
- Prevented spoilage and cross-contamination by storing food in designated containers and storage areas.
- Stored perishable food items in freezer or refrigerator to protect from spoilage.
- Placed food trays over warmers for immediate service or stored in refrigerated storage cabinets.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Assisted other staff members with food service tasks.
- Performed variety of duties related to food service.
- Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare meals.
Front End Associate
Lowes Home Improvement
Vallejo, California
02.2014 - Current
- Processed customer transactions and provided excellent customer service.
- Assisted customers with product selection and provided knowledgeable guidance.
- Addressed customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly and professionally.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Managed inventory by restocking shelves and monitoring stock levels.
- Restocked check-out line with merchandise to enhance customer shopping experience. and end-cap displays with new merchandise.
- Maintained store appearance by organizing merchandise and ensuring cleanliness.
Food Service Cashier
Six Flags
Vallejo, California
08.2013 - 09.2014
- Processed cash, credit card, and debit card transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Oversaw cash register operations, ensuring daily balancing of drawers for accurate financial reporting.
- Counted out opening and closing registers at start and end of shift accurately.
- Balanced cashier drawers daily to ensure accurate cash flow.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of service areas and equipment to promote a safe, welcoming environment.
- Maintained a clean work area at all times.
- Verified customer orders for accuracy and completeness.
- Provided change to customers upon request.
- Followed established health and safety guidelines while handling food items.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment, including cleaning cash drawers and counters, to maintain operational efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management Engineering
FEATI University
Manila Philippines03-1986
Skills
- Temperature monitoring
- Meal preparation
- Food safety
- Kitchen organization
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Hygiene compliance
- Food preparation
- Food presentation
- Effective communication
- Sanitation practices
- Food storage
- Menu planning
- Food and safety standards
- Food allergy awareness
- Sanitation standards compliance
- Food pairing
- Time management proficiency
- Food presentation techniques
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Special dietary needs
- Quality control
- Hot table management
- Waste and trash disposal
- Safe food handling
- Dishwashing and sanitization
- Equipment maintenance
- Flexible schedule
- Basic mathematics
- Friendly and outgoing
- Food and beverage pairing
- Food waste reduction techniques
- Fast-paced environment
- Food tray assembly
- Work station setup
- Food portioning control
- Food handling standards
- Problem-solving
- Buffet setup and maintenance
- Positive attitude and energy
- Food service equipment maintenance
- Equipment operation
- ServSafe
Certification
Certified Phlebotomy Technician I , CDPH, July 2025
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Food Service Handler
Napa State Hospital
06.2016 - Current
Front End Associate
Lowes Home Improvement
02.2014 - Current
Food Service Cashier
Six Flags
08.2013 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Management Engineering
FEATI University