Lorna Elma Alvaran
Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill – Memory Care
San Francisco
2
Languages
1
Certification
23
years of professional experience
Dependable and customer-focused professional with experience in senior living dining services, food preparation, meal service, and hospitality. Currently employed as a Caregiver in a memory care community, where responsibilities include preparing dining areas, serving meals, assisting residents during mealtimes, and maintaining food safety and sanitation standards. Additional experience in high-volume restaurant operations at Chipotle Mexican Grill and more than 20 years managing a successful small business. Dedicated to creating a positive dining experience while providing outstanding customer service and working collaboratively in fast-paced team environments.
Work History
Caregiver
1 Year 1 Month- Prepare dining areas and resident tables before each meal service.
- Serve meals and beverages while following food safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures.
- Assist residents during meals, ensuring comfort, dignity, and a positive dining experience.
- Clean and sanitize dining rooms, kitchen work areas, meal carts, and equipment after service.
- Restock dining supplies and maintain clean, organized service areas.
- Work closely with dietary staff, nurses, and caregivers to ensure efficient meal service and quality resident care.
- Provide compassionate assistance with activities of daily living for residents in a memory care community.
Crew Member
11 Months- Prepared food and assembled customer orders in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Maintained strict food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards.
- Cleaned and sanitized food preparation stations, equipment, and dining areas.
- Stocked ingredients and supplies to support efficient kitchen operations.
- Delivered friendly, efficient customer service while working as part of a collaborative team.
- Part-Time
Owner / Operator
21 Years- Owned and managed a successful general merchandise business for over 20 years.
- Delivered exceptional customer service while building long-term customer relationships.
- Managed inventory, purchasing, merchandising, and daily operations.
- Maintained accurate cash handling and financial records.
- Demonstrated leadership, organization, adaptability, and strong problem-solving skills.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Technology
Skills
Resident Dining Services
Meal Preparation & Meal Service
Dining Room Setup
Food Safety & Sanitation
Kitchen Cleaning & Sanitization
Customer Service
Hospitality
Team Collaboration
Food Preparation
Inventory & Stocking
Time Management
Fast-Paced Work Environment
Certification
- Food Safety Certification
- Home Care Aide (HCA) Certification
- CPR Certification
LANGUAGES
English
Tagalog
Timeline
Caregiver
Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill – Memory Care
07.2025 - CurrentRead More
Crew Member
Chipotle Mexican Grill
06.2025 - 05.2026Read More
Owner / Operator
Self-Employed – General Merchandise Business
01.2004 - 01.2025Read More
Emilio Aguinaldo College
Associate of Science from Dental Technology
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