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Gina Garcia

Bronx,NY

Summary

A go-getter with a sustained capacity for hardworking and natural ability to adapt to any working environment seeking to achieve my utmost potential with or without help by contributing immensely and tirelessly in any organization in the bid to the best Highly flexible, resilient, self-motivated and energetic person with excellent communications skills. I can work under pressure either independently or as part of a team and my interpersonal skills are my strongest assets allowing me to assist and achieve results

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Server/Bartender/Takeout

Red Lobster
09.2018 - Current
  • Trained new servers in company policies, guest service standards and best practices
  • Explained details for new menu items and daily specials
  • Delivered food and beverages promptly to customers
  • Adhered to state liquor regulations to serve alcohol safely
  • Followed safety, sanitization and food handling guidelines
  • Communicated professionally with customers, colleagues and supervisors
  • Demonstrated hospitality and customer service while greeting tables
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu offerings, ingredients, preparation methods, and dietary restrictions
  • Took accurate food and drink orders from patrons utilizing POS system
  • Processed cash, credit card, and gift card transactions securely using POS software
  • Adhered to local health code regulations by regularly washing hands and sanitizing surfaces throughout shift
  • Kept dining areas presentable and customer-ready, quickly handling spills, and resetting tables

Paraprofessional

Howard Haze School
01.2023 - 08.2024
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
  • Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.

Teacher's Assistant

Lion Charter School
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
  • Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
  • Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
  • Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
  • Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.

Front Desk Officer

Comfort Inn
02.2011 - 08.2018
  • Welcome guests upon arrival and assign rooms
  • Performs all check-in and check-out tasks
  • Manage all online and phone reservations
  • Registers guest collecting all necessary information (contacts details and length of stay)
  • Provide information about our hotel and available rooms, amenities and rates
  • Upsell additional facilities and services, when appropriate
  • Maintain updated records of booking and payment
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of front desk area for welcoming atmosphere
  • Maintained organized, efficient front desk with regular attention to housekeeping needs

Matron/Dispatch

D&J Ambulette Service
04.2011 - 02.2018
  • Respond to incoming calls by interviewing callers to determine their medical emergencies
  • Cared for individuals with various special educational needs, disabilities and illnesses on their way to and from designated programs
  • Provided a safe, clean, secure and happy environment for individuals to travel in
  • Responsible for maintaining individuals free of harm during commute
  • Assisted driver in transporting individuals and communicating with each household member or staff
  • Performed general administrative tasks, such as taking attendance, editing internal paperwork, and making phone calls
  • Performed general personnel functions, such as supervision, training, and scheduling

Front End

Western Beef
01.2009 - 02.2011
  • Stocked shelves, and marked prices on shelves and items
  • Requested information or assistance using paging systems
  • Accomplished multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor In Medical Laboratory Science - Medical Laboratory Science

Monroe College
Bronx, NY

High School Diploma -

Harry S Truman High School
Bronx, NY
06.2010

Skills

  • OSHA/HIPPA
  • PICA
  • Positive Relationships and Safe Environment
  • Crisis Intervention
  • 8 & 16 Hour Security
  • Fire Safety
  • Infection Control / Blood Borne Pathogens
  • Human Growth and Development
  • Abuse Prevention
  • Bathing/ Fall Safety
  • CPR Certified
  • Department of Education Certified
  • ServeSafe Food Handlers
  • ServeSafe Alcohol

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Howard Haze School
01.2023 - 08.2024

Teacher's Assistant

Lion Charter School
09.2022 - 06.2023

Server/Bartender/Takeout

Red Lobster
09.2018 - Current

Matron/Dispatch

D&J Ambulette Service
04.2011 - 02.2018

Front Desk Officer

Comfort Inn
02.2011 - 08.2018

Front End

Western Beef
01.2009 - 02.2011

High School Diploma -

Harry S Truman High School

Bachelor In Medical Laboratory Science - Medical Laboratory Science

Monroe College

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