Kimberly Navarrete
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Motivated professional skilled in caring for various animals. Recognized for expertly monitoring conditions, maintaining cleanliness, and documenting daily activities. Offers in-depth knowledge of basic medical issues and conditions paired with outstanding physical stamina.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Care Specialist
Petco Animal Supplies Stores Inc.
Montebello, CA
10.2021 - Current
- Cleaned and maintained animal enclosures on a daily basis.
- Provided food and water for all animals, ensuring that they had adequate nutrition.
- Observed the behavior of animals to detect signs of illness or injury.
- Assisted in providing medical care to animals, including administering medications.
- Transported injured or sick animals safely to veterinary clinics for treatment.
- Socialized animals to prepare for adoption.
- Ensuring merchandise is stocked, priced, and displayed to create a great presentation.
- Educated customers regarding proper animal care techniques and requirements.
- Trained new staff members on proper animal handling procedures.
- Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Processed customer payments accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted with the preparation, packaging, and labeling of online orders.
Food Preparation Specialist
Mariscos Linda
Los Angeles, CA
11.2015 - 12.2024
- Presented tasteful and attractive dishes to customers
- Stored food and supplies properly for efficient retrievability.
- Trained new staff in food preparation techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas throughout shift.
- Monitored food temperatures to ensure safe handling practices were followed.
- Ordered supplies as needed for daily operations.
- Followed established recipes for each menu item prepared.
- Tasted all dishes prior to serving to ensure proper seasoning levels were met.
- Operated various kitchen equipment including knives, blenders, mixers and slicers.
- Removed garbage from work area at end of shift.
- Worked in fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
- Maintained clean and sanitized work area in accordance with food safety guidelines, avoiding cross-contamination of raw and prepared food products.
- Cut, sliced, and diced vegetables and fruits for meal prep.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Monitored stock levels and reported low supply situations.
- Took and recorded temperatures of food, refrigerators and freezers.
Bartender
Casa La Golondrina Mexican Cafe
Los Angeles, CA
03.2018 - 10.2024
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service with friendliness and professionalism.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
- Stocked ice bins, napkins, garnishes, and seasonings as needed throughout the shift.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Effectively multi-tasked within fast-paced environment.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
Education
High School Diploma -
Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School
Los Angeles, CA12-2011
Skills
- Animal Care
- Multitasking
- Time Managnent and Organization
- Empathy
- Dependable and Responsoble
- Quality Control
- Equipment Sanitation
- Knife Skills
- Adaptive team player
- Upselling
- Bussing and Serving
Timeline
Animal Care Specialist
Petco Animal Supplies Stores Inc.
10.2021 - Current
Bartender
Casa La Golondrina Mexican Cafe
03.2018 - 10.2024
Food Preparation Specialist
Mariscos Linda
11.2015 - 12.2024
High School Diploma -
Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School
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