Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hiking, Illustrating, Painting, Videography, Film Analysis
Languages
Timeline
AssistantManager

Kendrick Cisneros

Las Cruces,NM

Summary

Driven by a results-focused approach, I enhanced operational efficiency and customer satisfaction at Almas Kitchen through adept staff management and innovative inventory solutions. A blend of strong problem-solving abilities and effective team motivation skills led to significant improvements in service quality, operational workflows, showcasing my commitment to excellence and growth. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading, motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills, and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring, morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. The end goal is to use all of these skills to build a foundation for my future career in psychoanalysis and psychotherapy and thrive academically on the road towards a PhD.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

Almas Kitchen
08.2022 - Current
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Managed over 40 customers at a daily basis.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various projects tasks.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations by conducting regular inspections of equipment/operations within the store.
  • Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring safe environment for both staff and customers.
  • Coached new employees, ensuring smooth onboarding process and quicker adaptation to their roles.
  • Improved operational efficiency by adopting new technology for inventory management.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.

Research Assistant

Steve Hansen NMSU
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
  • Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
  • Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.

Dishwasher

Aqua Reef Euro-Asian Cuisine
02.2022 - 05.2022
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
  • Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
  • Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
  • Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
  • Completed additional cleaning tasks within the kitchen area, contributing to an overall sanitary work environment.
  • Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with kitchen staff members.
  • Supported overall restaurant operations by promptly restocking clean dishes and utensils in designated areas.
  • Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents, and sanitizers to protect customer health.
  • Utilized effective time management skills to balance dishwashing duties with any additional cleaning or food preparation tasks assigned.
  • Inspected dishwashing equipment and reported issues to supervisor.

Courtesy Clerk

Sprouts Farmers Market
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Bagged customer items efficiently using proper techniques to protect delicate items and separate different groups of merchandise.
  • Maintained cleanliness of store premises, resulting in an inviting shopping environment for customers.
  • Helped customers take merchandise out of store and loaded items into vehicles.
  • Helped maintain a positive store image by keeping entranceways clean, clear, and welcoming for customers.
  • Assisted customers with large purchases by carrying items to vehicles.
  • Returned unwanted items to correct store locations and restocked shelves.
  • Supported cashier operations by efficiently retrieving shopping carts and baskets for customer use.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a well-organized and efficient work area.
  • Promoted a safe shopping environment through vigilant monitoring of potential hazards such as spills or cluttered aisles, addressing issues promptly as they arose.
  • Maintained clean and tidy checkout area to optimize service delivery.
  • Handled shelf restocks and merchandised front lane areas to drive sales.
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
  • Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
  • Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM
05.2026

Associate of Arts - Animal Science

New Mexico State University - Dona Ana Community College
Las Cruces, NM
05.2025

Associate of Science - Animal Science

New Mexico State University - Dona Ana Community College
Las Cruces, NM
05.2025

Skills

  • Money Handling
  • Customer Relations
  • Team motivation
  • Product and service knowledge
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Staff Management
  • Google Drive
  • Computer Skills
  • Problem Resolution
  • Decision-Making
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Problem-Solving
  • Active Listening
  • Good Judgment

Hiking, Illustrating, Painting, Videography, Film Analysis

I am a very active person both physically and artistically. I enjoy hiking throughout Las Cruces and anywhere I visit as it connects me with nature and keeps me active. Illustrating has been a large part of my life since childhood and I have considered taking courses at New Mexico State University revolving around illustration. With academics and work taking up a large amount of my time I have had less time to express myself through drawing and painting but when the opportunity arises I take it. I also enjoy videography and photography as it's a window for another one of my hobbies which is film analysis. With videography, I tend to experiment with whatever camera I can get my hands on whether it's my iPhone camera or an old Sony digital camera. I enjoy capturing moments using film as I believe it is a very special way to view the world through a different lens besides your own eyes. As mentioned before I enjoy film analysis and it is by far the hobby I have invested the most time into. I enjoy watching American, French, Japanese, Korean, and many other independent films from around the globe. It allows me to learn new things about the different cultures that I get the opportunity to experience through film. Watching films all of my life has led me to analyze and dissect whatever I watch to get an accurate picture of what the director was trying to say within their work and it allows me to keep an open mind about not only aspects in my own life but of those all around me.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Research Assistant

Steve Hansen NMSU
06.2023 - 07.2023

Assistant Manager

Almas Kitchen
08.2022 - Current

Dishwasher

Aqua Reef Euro-Asian Cuisine
02.2022 - 05.2022

Courtesy Clerk

Sprouts Farmers Market
06.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

New Mexico State University

Associate of Arts - Animal Science

New Mexico State University - Dona Ana Community College

Associate of Science - Animal Science

New Mexico State University - Dona Ana Community College
Kendrick Cisneros