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Manuel Valdez

New Boston,TX

Summary

Dynamic and reliable kitchen professional with a positive attitude, honed at Chic-Fil-A. Proven expertise in kitchen cleaning and maintenance, ensuring a safe and organized workspace. Recognized for exceptional customer service and effective team collaboration, consistently enhancing productivity and efficiency in fast-paced environments. Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and sanitation.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Hand

Chic-Fil-A
09.2024 - 05.2025
  • Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Collaborated with other kitchen staff members to ensure smooth workflow during peak dining hours.
  • Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
  • Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
  • Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
  • Developed strong time management skills, effectively prioritizing tasks to ensure completion within allocated timeframes.
  • Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new techniques, recipes, and procedures as required for various culinary tasks.
  • Adapted to different kitchen stations as needed, showcasing versatility and broad skill set.
  • Reduced food waste by effectively managing food storage and rotation practices.
  • Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service during peak dining hours.

Team Member

Loves Travel Stop & Country Store
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
  • Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
  • Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
  • Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
  • Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
  • Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
  • Addressed and resolved customer complaints in polite and professional manner.
  • Assisted with inventory counts and stocking of merchandise.
  • Gained recognition for delivering excellent customer service through active listening, empathetic communication, and timely resolution of concerns.
  • Boosted team morale and productivity with recognition programs and constructive feedback.
  • Reduced wait times for customers by implementing more efficient checkout process.

Ranch Hand

People In My Neighborhood
08.2016 - 07.2019
  • Mended fences in disrepair to prevent livestock from wandering off and to keep predators out.
  • Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
  • Maintained equipment and ranch structures.
  • Repaired equipment and animal living spaces.
  • Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
  • Cleared brush and maintained trails to keep ranch safe and accessible for animals and people.
  • Moved livestock by herding animals to different ranch locations to avoid pasture damage.
  • Kept grounds clean and orderly by monitoring and repairing fences, shoveling snow and removing debris.
  • Branded and tagged livestock for proper identification and security when lost and stolen.
  • Cared for about Number animals by feeding, watering, vaccinating and assisting with birthing.
  • Worked with ranch hands to clean stables and riding areas.
  • Maintained cleanliness and order in all ranch facilities, ensuring healthy environment for livestock and staff.
  • Streamlined feeding processes, ensuring all animals received proper nutrition tailored to their needs.
  • Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
  • Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.

Education

Lineman Certification - Line Work

Texas State Technical College Marshall Tx
Marshall Tx

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Kitchen cleaning and maintenance
  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Food preparation
  • I can adapt to new environments
  • Dishwashing
  • Equipment cleaning
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Dishwashing expertise

Liscence (CDL)

I have recently passed my CDL test.

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Kitchen Hand

Chic-Fil-A
09.2024 - 05.2025

Team Member

Loves Travel Stop & Country Store
06.2024 - 08.2024

Ranch Hand

People In My Neighborhood
08.2016 - 07.2019

Lineman Certification - Line Work

Texas State Technical College Marshall Tx

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