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Lorenzo Cendejas

Indio,CA

Summary

Reliable cook's assistant dedicated to excellence and fast kitchen work. Take on tasks without supervision and stand in for various job titles efficiently. Expert in food preparation and decreasing kitchen spending.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cook's Assistant

At Work Personnel
La Quinta, CA
04.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in prepping ingredients for meals by washing, peeling, and cutting vegetables.
  • Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies such as food items, utensils, and equipment.
  • Cleaned work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware between tasks.
  • Measured ingredients required for specific food items being prepared.
  • Kept records of the quantities of food used.
  • Monitored quality control of all dishes served to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Followed health and safety regulations while handling food and beverages.
  • Set up banquet tables with decorative elements following established guidelines.
  • Attended to customers' needs promptly in a courteous manner during service hours.
  • Sliced meats and other ingredients according to recipe specifications using knives or machines.
  • Assisted head chef by chopping and preparing cooking ingredients.

General Laborer

At Work Personnel
La Quinta, CA
04.2023 - Current
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while working onsite.
  • Participated in company training sessions to improve skills and boost process knowledge.
  • Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
  • Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.

Psychiatric Technician

Patton State Hospital
Highland, CA
05.2019 - 12.2022
  • Provided direct patient care and monitored patients' physical, mental, and emotional status.
  • Assisted psychiatrists in the assessment of patient behavior and provided feedback to the treatment team.
  • Conducted group therapy sessions with clients and facilitated activities designed to improve socialization skills.
  • Taught clients how to manage their emotions, cope with stress, and develop healthy habits.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored patient reactions to treatments.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate individualized treatment plans for each client.
  • Observed patient behaviors and reported any changes or concerning issues to the psychiatrist or nurse practitioner.
  • Developed therapeutic relationships with clients while providing a safe environment for them to express themselves openly.
  • Performed crisis intervention services when needed including evaluating potential risks posed by clients' behaviors or actions.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times while caring for patients in a residential setting.
  • Encouraged clients to participate in self-care practices like exercise or journaling that promote overall wellbeing.
  • Created therapeutic environments through activities designed to reduce stress levels among residents.
  • Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
  • Advocated for patient rights and facilitated access to community resources.
  • Implemented de-escalation techniques to manage aggressive behavior.
  • Applied crisis intervention techniques during patient emergencies.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and encouraged independence.
  • Trained new psychiatric technicians and support staff.
  • Maintained patient records and documented care activities.
  • Administered medications as prescribed and documented effects.
  • Restrained violent or suicidal patients using approved verbal or physical techniques.
  • Influenced patients' behavior with interaction, counseling or instruction.
  • Collaborated with doctors, psychologists or therapists in working with patient treatments.
  • Conducted hypodermic injections following hospital procedures.

Education

Psychiatric Program Diploma - Psychiatric Technician

Hacienda La Puente Adult Education
La Puente, CA
08-2009

High School Diploma -

Palm Springs High School
Palm Springs, CA
06-1993

Skills

  • Plating and presentation
  • Quality Control
  • Supply Management
  • Food assembly
  • Team Supervision
  • Recipe Adherence

Certification

Licensed Psychiatric Technician Certified in First Aid and CPR

Languages

Spanish
Limited
English
Full Professional

Affiliations

  • Im currently coaching for FNL flag football 7/8 graders, I like to work out with Disciplinary Crew for total body work out, I like to help my elders my Mother and people who are in need of help. I Love my church The Bridge I'm a proud faithful Christian who attends every Sunday with whole Family. I like to continue growth and learning for a more progressive fast paced changing world. My Greatest Honor is I'm a proud Father 4 kids and married for 17 years and still going! Im a retired State employee for over 20 years service and I love to help!

Accomplishments

  • I've been employee of the Quarter and week at numerous jobs like sales and Level of Care. I always receive recognition from my Supervisors, co- workers and Directors (see attachments) I Starred debut as a extra in 2022 Section 8 and 2024 Lights Out. Real Movies!!

Timeline

Cook's Assistant

At Work Personnel
04.2023 - Current

General Laborer

At Work Personnel
04.2023 - Current

Psychiatric Technician

Patton State Hospital
05.2019 - 12.2022

Psychiatric Program Diploma - Psychiatric Technician

Hacienda La Puente Adult Education

High School Diploma -

Palm Springs High School

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