Fernanda Sandoval
Long Beach,CA
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. I'm a Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level positions. Ready to help team achieve company goals. I am a Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Cafeteria Worker
Will Rogers Middle School
365 Monrovia Ave, Long Beach, CA 90803
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Cleaned and sanitized surfaces, tools and equipment.
- Served food according to temperature, safety and presentation guidelines.
- Followed all proper handling procedures for prepared foods, ingredients and leftovers.
- Restocked condiments, beverages and utensils per expected use levels.
- Provided exemplary service to students, staff and visitors.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Tracked meal purchases and accepted payments at cash register.
- Maintained adequate levels of condiments and well-stocked drink stations to keep service flowing smoothly.
- Assisted cashiers with processing customer payments and documenting orders.
- Assisted with bussing tables and cleaning up spills.
- Monitored dining room inventory and replenished as necessary.
- Answered customer questions about food and beverage items and assisted with menu selections.
- Processed payments for orders and provided customers with change.
- Provided attentive service and proactively assessed guest needs.
- Collaborated with other dining room and bar staff to facilitate efficient service.
- Addressed customer complaints and inquiries to verify satisfaction.
- Assisted wait staff with timely food delivery and guest requests.
- Greeted customers and provided menus upon arrival to dining room.
- Monitored dining room and bar areas for signs of overcrowding.
- Set up advertising signs and displays on shelves, counters and tables.
Kitchen Assistant
Chef Tech Cooking School
3842 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA 90807
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Accepted opportunities to learn new skills, improve performance and cross-train for other positions.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Tasked with removal of garbage and refuse, mopping and sweeping floors and washing walls.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Assisted front and back of house personnel in spot cleaning floors and maintaining welcoming environment for team members and guests.
- Maintained swift pace of work to meet business demands for cleaning and supplies storage.
- Followed company safety and security policies and procedures when reporting maintenance needs and unsafe work conditions.
- Assisted servers by providing glassware and utensils to guests.
- Promoted accident prevention through proper and acceptable levels of sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Monitored food temperatures and quality throughout shifts.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
- Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
- Monitored inventory deliveries to minimize product losses and prep for service.
Education
No Degree - Completed 9th - 10th Grade At This School
Renaissance High School For The Art
235 E 8th St, Long Beach, CA 90813No Degree - Completed Junior Year
California Online Academy, K12 Stride Company,Cava
Online School01.2024
Skills
- Organize Supplies
- Customer Needs Assessments
- Workstation Sanitation
- Beverage Service
- Food Storage Safety
- Creative Solutions
- Conflict Negotiation
- Sweeping and Mopping
- Hospitality Management
- Customer Preferences
- Special Requests
- Work Coordination
- Customer Loyalty
- Inventory Receiving
- Feedback Acceptance
- Personal Grooming Standards
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Condiment Refilling
- Critical Thinking
- Kitchen Preparation
- Attentive Service
- Tool Preparation
- Chef Assistance
- Place Settings
- Production Standards
- Guest Inquiries
- High-Volume Environments
- Portion Out Servings
- Kitchen Assistance
- Machinery Upkeep
- Work Assignments
- Floor Vacuuming
- Accident Prevention
- Tray Assembly
- Salad Creation
- Professional Relationships
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Kitchen Assistant
Chef Tech Cooking School
06.2021 - 12.2021
Cafeteria Worker
Will Rogers Middle School
08.2020 - 06.2021
No Degree - Completed 9th - 10th Grade At This School
Renaissance High School For The Art
No Degree - Completed Junior Year
California Online Academy, K12 Stride Company,Cava