Polished and professional team member skilled at counting money, processing payments and building relationships with patrons. I have a passion for helping customers and building connections with people. I'm seeking stable employment and am flexible about working on weekends.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Driver
Lyft And Uber
Tempe, AZ
12.2024 - Current
Adhered to all applicable laws and regulations while operating the vehicle.
Monitored traffic conditions to determine optimal travel routes.
Utilized GPS navigation systems to plan efficient routes for passenger pickups and drop offs.
Assisted with loading and unloading luggage when necessary.
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast paced environment.
Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues prior to use.
Conducted pre-trip inspections of vehicle prior to departure from office or home base location.
Provided transportation for passengers to their desired destinations in a timely manner.
Ensured vehicle was clean, presentable, and fully fueled at all times.
Maintained a safe driving record by following company policies and procedures.
Caregiver, Special Needs
Thrive Homecare
Tempe, AZ
11.2024 - Current
Developed positive relationships with families of special needs individuals.
Transported clients to appointments or other destinations using a wheelchair accessible vehicle.
Adapted existing programs to meet the specific requirements of each individual client.
Instructed clients on proper use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs, walkers.
Monitored physical and emotional health of clients.
Caregiver
Home With Help
Tempe, AZ
11.2021 - 12.2024
Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Head of Kitchen
The Dark Side
Tempe, AZ
01.2024 - 07.2024
Resolved customer complaints quickly and efficiently in a professional manner.
Negotiated contracts with vendors to obtain quality ingredients at competitive prices.
Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues in a timely manner.
Coordinated daily tasks among kitchen staff members to ensure smooth workflow.
Developed menus and recipes that met customer needs while ensuring profitability.
Ensured all equipment was properly maintained and serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
Organized regular team meetings to discuss new ideas for menu items or special events.
Maintained accurate records of inventory, supplies, orders and invoices.
Inspected dishes before they were served to customers to guarantee high standards of quality.
Conducted regular stock-takes of food supplies and ordered additional items when necessary.
Reviewed customer feedback regularly in order to identify areas needing improvement.
Established effective systems for ordering raw materials from suppliers.
Implemented surface and equipment schedules and standards to maintain clean, neat and sanitized kitchen.
Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
Utilized various preparation and cooking methods to create menu items in accordance with recipes.
Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
Cooker Operator
Serranos Mexican Resturant
Chandler & Mesa, AZ
06.2023 - 01.2024
Prepared and built food items according to standardized recipes and directions.
Properly stored food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures.
Broke down, cleaned and sanitized work stations at end of shift.
Inspected finished food products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
Followed production list provided by supervisor.
Organized, sanitized and maintained equipment and utensils.
Prepared ingredients following batch card, confirming item codes, lot numbers, weight and other information.
Removed cooked products and packed in containers.
Inspected and assessed quality of finished products.
Recorded processing steps, gauge readings, cooking time and results from test batches.
Stacked trays filled with product and transferred to drying area.
Read and interpreted production orders to determine job requirements.
Restaurant Busser
Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering
Phoenix, AZ
02.2023 - 06.2023
Cleared tables to maintain high turnover rate and minimize wait times.
Cleared, cleaned and sanitized booth and chair cushions and tables.
Wiped down and cleaned chairs, booths and highchairs.
Served water, coffee and soft drinks and offered refills to promote excellent customer service.
Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages.
Carried food, dishes, trays or silverware from kitchens or supply departments to serving counters.
Went above and beyond expectations by helping with various tasks to support teammates and provide customer service.
Greeted customers to seat patrons at tables according to availability and customer preferences.
Washed dishes and disposed of trash in designated receptacles.
Organized bus cart and returned to side station after each use.
Followed safety and sanitation guidelines in accordance with local health regulations.
Delivery Driver
Postmates
Tempe, AZ
06.2018 - 06.2020
Deliver meals to customers.
Crew Member
Sprouts
Tempe, AZ
05.2015 - 03.2020
Florist, produce clerk, baker, inventory personnel
Put up, maintained and removed displays for holidays and seasons.
Organized, tagged and displayed new products for customers.
Provided customers with information about proper care of different flowers and plants.
Processed new flower and greenery shipments by stripping leaves below waterline, cutting new flowers, mixing flower food solutions and filling floral containers with food solutions.
Watered plants and cut, conditioned and cleaned flowers and foliage for storage.
Provided instruction on how to care for flowers, including ideal temperature and how often water should be changed.
Retrieved carts from returns and parking lot.
Cleaned up spills, collected trash and swept and mopped floors.
Checked prices and pulled product for customers.
Followed company guidelines for cleaning and sanitizing work surfaces and equipment.
Identified and quickly handled spill clean-up.
Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
Barrista
Jarrod's Coffee And Gallery
Tempe, AZ
03.2014 - 05.2015
Prepared drinks and food for customers and processed payments