Lysset Montoya
Merced,CA
Summary
Experienced Agricultural Field Worker with a robust skill set in viticulture, vineyard management, and orchard cultivation, specializing in pruning, trellising, and irrigation setup to optimize crop yield. Additionally, proficient as a Dining Associate, with a strong background in food safety and customer service. Versatile in Human Resources tasks, including inventory management using MS Office, file management, conducting in-person and telephone interviews, and policy review and updates. Also possess substantial experience in research labs, proficient in a wide range of laboratory procedures and techniques.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dining Associate
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, MERCED - DINING SERVICES
2022.10 - Current
- Contributed to a friendly and professional dining environment by communicating politely and effectively with guests to assess and meet needs
- Set up and broke down buffet and other self-service areas, organizing components logically
- Processed payments for orders and provided customers with change
- Answered customer questions about food and beverage items
- Assisted with bussing tables and cleaning up spills
- Monitored dining room inventory and replenished as necessary.
Agricultural Field Worker
GREEN VALLEY LABOR SERVICES, INC.
2021.07 - 2021.08
- Oversaw cultivation and harvesting of grapes and wine grapes
- Packaged and labeled outgoing grape shipments with proper information for prompt delivery
- Selected fruit to be harvested by studying size, shape, and color to meet market standard
- Installed irrigation systems for healthy crop development and proper water flow
- Weeded, thinned and pruned crops to encourage good growth.
- Improved crop yields by implementing modern agricultural techniques and best practices.
- Increased efficiency in field work by utilizing specialized equipment and machinery for planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops.
Agricultural Field Worker
CAGLIERO RANCHES, INC.
2021.05 - 2021.06
- Used pruning shears to shear tree tops and limb tips, increasing limb health and improving overall shape
- Weeded, thinned and pruned crops to encourage better crop growth
- Removed unsatisfactory trees and planted new ones while ensuring they are properly spaced/aligned
- Performed various viticulture practices in grape cultivation, such as, defoliation, setting up wires on trellises to promote proper growth/support, shoot thinning, cluster thinning, and irrigation set up.
- Reduced water waste with the implementation of effective irrigation systems tailored to specific crop needs.
- Collaborated with fellow team members to complete tasks efficiently, ensuring timely planting and harvesting of crops.
After School Program Tutor/Assistant
Avenal Elementary School
2019.02 - 2019.05
- Used variety of teaching methods to successfully help wide range of students.
- Monitored student both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Worked with a variety of different age groups and different educational needs.
Human Resources Internship
THE WONDERFUL COMPANY LLC
2018.07 - 2018.07
- Screened resumes and scheduled interviews to fill positions with qualified candidates
- Created and updated tracking spreadsheets of inventory using MS Excel
- Developed strong written and verbal communication skills
- Updated new policies of people-related services and programs with accuracy for employees to view
- Inspected and documented company provided homes to ensure they met the proper living standard for their employees.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences Molecular and Cell Emphasis -
University of California, Merced
Merced, CA05.2024
Associates of Science - Plant Science -
West Hills Community College
Coalinga, CA05.2019
Skills
- Recruitment and Hiring (In-Person and Telephone Interviewing)
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Microsoft Office
- Cash Register Operation
- Safe Food Handling
- Customer Service
- Planting, Cultivation, and Harvesting
- Lab Safety Protocol
- Specimen Preparation
- Chemical Handling
- Molecular Biology Techniques
Certification
Food Handler Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dining Associate
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, MERCED - DINING SERVICES
2022.10 - Current
Agricultural Field Worker
GREEN VALLEY LABOR SERVICES, INC.
2021.07 - 2021.08
Agricultural Field Worker
CAGLIERO RANCHES, INC.
2021.05 - 2021.06
After School Program Tutor/Assistant
Avenal Elementary School
2019.02 - 2019.05
Human Resources Internship
THE WONDERFUL COMPANY LLC
2018.07 - 2018.07
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences Molecular and Cell Emphasis -
University of California, Merced
Associates of Science - Plant Science -
West Hills Community College
Food Handler Certification
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