Gabriella Jimenez
New Brunswick,NJ
Summary
Dedicated and enthusiastic recent graduate with a strong academic background in biology, neuroscience, cognition, and psychology. Results-driven professional looking to apply education and prior experience in a forward-moving workplace, with a team passionate about making a difference.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreation Assistant
Parker Life
Somerset, NJ
01.2024 - Current
- Worked collaboratively with colleagues to curate a dynamic monthly Recreation Calendar, incorporating an assortment of stimulating programs that effectively contribute to the holistic wellness of elderly residents.
- Effectively facilitated resident participation in a diverse range of organized activities, promoting engagement and enjoyment.
- Supervised and ensured resident safety, communicated findings to appropriate team members
- Utilized Canva and Microsoft Word to design promotional materials for multiple events
- Documented resident participation, preferences, and progress.
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
New Brunswick, NJ
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Completed opening and closing duties to support business operations.
- Collaborated with team members to improve performance and implement training updates.
- Cultivated performance-based and collaborative culture by recognizing excellent teamwork, training new employees in tandem with Starbucks Core Values
- Delegated tasks to employees, monitoring activities and task completion.
- Assessed business need to place daily orders of necessary inventory
- Implemented and followed all necessary safety protocols, policies, and regulations in order to promote a secure work setting and uphold compliance with Eco-Sure Standards.
Recreational Programing Intern
Parker Life
New Brunswick, NJ
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Assisted supervisor with running of weekly recreational program aimed to maintain and strengthen cognitive ability in senior citizens.
- Engaged with participants to encourage involvement in challenging activities.
- Planned therapeutic and recreation activities aligned with abilities, interests and therapy objectives.
Barista Trainer
Starbucks
New Brunswick, NJ
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Prepared and served quality coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas.
- Worked to integrate new partners to the team, teaching recipes, procedures and policies.
- Provided individualized instruction to match personal strengths, background and learning style of employee.
- Upheld Starbucks' "third-place," value, creating happy and healthy escape for customers.
- Preformed as part of team in high pressure environment, to ensure best customer experience via exceptional products and service.
Crew Member
Panera Bread
Manalapan, NJ
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Prepared quality products while maintaining portion control and presentation within service goal times.
- Drove team success by quickly completing assigned tasks.
- Maintained safe and appealing customer environment.
- Interacted pleasantly with guests to deliver excellent customer service.
Supervisor
AMC Theatres
Eatontown, NJ
11.2018 - 07.2019
- Worked in management team, delegating tasks and facilitating smooth daily operations
- Resolved countless guest conflicts using proper de-escalation technique, ensuring crew safety and guest satisfaction.
- Identified and corrected performance and personnel issues to reduce impact to business operations.
- Created Crew Schedule, crafting daily teams to be effective and meet expectations of crew members and management.
- Interviewed applicants, recommended individuals for hiring and evaluated staff performance.
- Oversaw fulfillment of end-of-the-day banking transactions.
- Developed and executed captivating group initiatives to increase the uptake of AMC loyalty programs.
Crew
AMC Theatres
East Brunswick, NJ
11.2016 - 11.2018
- Upheld high standards of productivity and quality in operations.
- Cleaned theatres and lobbies in timely manner to provide happy movie-going experience
- Worked Concessions Stand, delivering high quality products in fast-paced environment
- Sold tickets at Box Office, assisting guests with making decisions about movies and seating, resolving guest issues.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cognitive Science
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05.2023
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJ05.2021
High School Diploma -
Monroe Township High School
Monroe Township, NJ06.2018
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Clear Communication
- Team-Player
- Problem-Solving
- Quick Learner
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
Timeline
Recreation Assistant
Parker Life
01.2024 - Current
Recreational Programing Intern
Parker Life
01.2023 - 04.2023
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
07.2022 - 01.2024
Barista Trainer
Starbucks
05.2021 - 07.2022
Crew Member
Panera Bread
07.2020 - 05.2021
Supervisor
AMC Theatres
11.2018 - 07.2019
Crew
AMC Theatres
11.2016 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Cognitive Science
Rutgers University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Brookdale Community College
High School Diploma -
Monroe Township High School
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