Maria Carranza
CVUSD
Coachella,CA
2027
years of professional experience
2
Languages
Experienced kitchen professional with a strong background in meal preparation, food safety, and sanitation. Known for organized work habits, teamwork, and dependable service during busy meal periods.
Versatile professional with experience in parent outreach, office administration, and school support services. Skilled in documentation, active listening, and clear communication. Ready to support daily operations, resolve concerns, and build strong family and staff relationships.
Organized and adaptable professional with experience coordinating teams, managing records, and supporting school and kitchen operations. Strong in problem-solving, multitasking, and collaboration. Committed to efficient service, accurate documentation, and positive customer and family support.
Work History
Parent Liaison
- Communicated school policies, events, and updates to families in clear, culturally responsive language.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences and resolved concerns through collaborative, solution-focused communication.
- Connected families with campus, district, and community resources to support student success.
- Translated written materials and interpreted conversations to improve family engagement and understanding.
- Coordinated attendance outreach and follow-up efforts to reduce barriers affecting student participation.
- Assisted with family enrollment, registration, and referral processes while ensuring timely support.
- Supported outreach events and workshops that strengthened school-home partnerships and parent involvement.
- Offered parents information on [Type] training, services and childcare.
- Coordinated volunteer opportunities for parents to contribute their time and skills to the school community, fostering a sense of involvement and ownership.
- Assisted with grant writing efforts to secure additional resources for programs designed to enhance parental involvement within the school community.
- Presented talks to families, administrators, and community groups outlining support and service opportunities.
- Supported family members through process of setting goals and enhancing children's academic development.
- Implemented targeted outreach efforts to engage underrepresented families within the school community.
- Advocated for the needs of individual students by maintaining an open line of communication between parents and school personnel.
- Assisted administration in identifying areas of improvement within the school through the analysis of parent feedback surveys.
- Organized parent volunteers to support school activities and program needs.
- Worked with parents and teachers to locate central issues behind [Type] student issues.
Cook/Assistant Manager
14 Years 2 Months- Assisted meal preparation and production following school nutrition standards and menu specifications.
- Monitored food safety and sanitation practices to maintain compliant kitchen operations.
- Supported inventory counts, supply rotation, and ingredient organization for daily service readiness.
- Prepared ingredients, assembled menu items, and maintained consistent portion control.
- Coordinated kitchen workflows to help ensure timely lunch service and smooth production.
- Cleaned equipment, workstations, and serving areas to support safe food handling.
- Followed standardized recipes and procedures to maintain quality and consistency across meals.
- Communicated with kitchen staff to resolve service issues and support efficient meal operations.
- Adhered to all applicable health and safety regulations by maintaining proper food handling practices and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Improved overall kitchen productivity with well-organized workstations and streamlined cooking procedures.
- Increased sales revenue by consistently creating visually appealing plate presentations that enticed diners to order more items from the menu.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through careful ingredient selection without compromising dish quality or taste profiles.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation by enforcing strict adherence to food safety guidelines within the kitchen staff.
- Assisted in menu development for increased customer satisfaction, incorporating healthy and diverse ingredients into dishes.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper storage techniques and regularly monitoring inventory levels.
- Assisted with employee training initiatives for new hires, sharing knowledge on essential cooking techniques and kitchen protocols.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing diner concerns promptly and professionally, ensuring repeat business.
- Collaborated closely with other departments such as front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service flow during busy periods.
- Updated recipe documentation for accuracy and consistency while adhering to industry standards in terms of measurements and terminology usage.
- Prepared high-quality dishes efficiently under time constraints, maintaining consistency in taste and presentation during peak hours.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining meal preparation processes and effectively delegating tasks to team members.
- Ensured timely delivery of meals during catering events, coordinating efforts between the kitchen team members for seamless execution.
- Placed food orders with suppliers on weekly basis, taking into account kitchen budget and expected demands.
- Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents.
- Pitched in to work line during busy periods or in place of sick employees.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
Office Tech
2 Years 11 Months- Managed front-office communications, directing calls, visitors, and inquiries with professionalism.
- Processed attendance, enrollment, and student records with accuracy and confidentiality.
- Coordinated clerical support for administrators, teachers, and families across daily operations.
- Maintained filing systems, correspondence, and document retrieval for efficient office workflow.
- Entered and updated data in district databases and student information systems.
- Prepared letters, forms, and reports using Microsoft Office applications.
- Resolved routine office issues and prioritized tasks to support timely service.
- Supported scheduling, meeting logistics, and records compliance with consistent attention to detail.
- Demonstrated adaptability in managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on achieving desired results efficiently under pressure situations or tight deadlines.
- Contributed to a positive work culture through active participation in team building activities fostering camaraderie among colleagues.
- Managed front desk operations, providing exceptional customer service to clients and visitors.
- Increased accuracy in document preparation by proofreading all materials thoroughly before distribution to relevant parties.
- Handled incoming calls professionally, directing callers to appropriate personnel or taking detailed messages as needed.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Kept office environment tidy and well-organized through regular maintenance of common areas like break rooms or shared workspaces.
- Streamlined workflow processes for increased productivity with attention to detail in task prioritization and delegation.
- Developed comprehensive reports utilizing data analysis tools to provide insight into business performance metrics for management review.
- Assisted in planning and coordinating events such as conferences or workshops for both internal staff members and external guests.
- Promoted a healthier workplace environment by initiating wellness initiatives, such as organizing lunchtime walks or sharing healthy recipes with colleagues.
- Reduced office supply expenses by monitoring inventory levels and negotiating with vendors for better pricing.
- Purchased and maintained office supplies.
- Utilized office management software to record and track customer information.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
Kitchen Helper
5 Years- Prepared ingredients and supporting meal production for daily cafeteria service.
- Sanitized workstations, equipment, and serving areas to maintain food safety standards.
- Operated dishwashing equipment and hand-washed utensils for continuous kitchen readiness.
- Stocked refrigerators, dry storage, and serving lines with food and supplies.
- Assisted with receiving, unpacking, and rotating deliveries to preserve inventory quality.
- Followed sanitation procedures and safe food handling practices during meal preparation.
- Coordinated kitchen workflows with staff to support timely meal service.
- Mentored new helpers on cleaning routines, portioning tasks, and safety expectations.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by assisting with meal preparation and ensuring timely food delivery to customers.
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Supported a clean and organized workspace by performing daily kitchen maintenance tasks, contributing to a safe work environment.
- Promoted teamwork within the kitchen staff by actively collaborating on group projects and consistently providing support where needed.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.
- Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
Kitchen Worker
- Prepared food items following school kitchen sanitation and portioning procedures.
- Operated commercial kitchen equipment safely during meal preparation and cleanup.
- Maintained clean workstations, utensils, and serving areas to support food safety standards.
- Assisted with receiving, storing, and rotating inventory for perishable and dry goods.
- Followed meal service schedules to ensure timely setup and distribution of food.
- Disposed of waste properly and supported end-of-day kitchen sanitation tasks.
- Restocked supplies and organized storage areas to maintain efficient kitchen operations.
- Supported kitchen staff with routine preparation, cleanup, and service responsibilities.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Demonstrated versatility in culinary skills, assisting in various stations such as grill, fryer, or sauté as needed.
- Complied with all federal, state, and local regulations governing safe food handling practices within the kitchen environment.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Expedited orders efficiently during high volume shifts, ensuring prompt delivery of dishes without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Delegated tasks among kitchen team members efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow during high-volume periods.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Supported overall restaurant operations through effective communication with front-of-house staff during peak service hours.
- Delivered consistent meal quality by following standardized recipes and portion control protocols.
Coordinator
7 Years 6 Months- Coordinated patient scheduling, referrals, and daily service workflows to support timely care delivery.
- Managed appointment calendars, updating records and resolving conflicts with accuracy and discretion.
- Collaborated with clinical and administrative teams to streamline communication across departments.
- Monitored care coordination tasks, ensuring follow-up actions were completed and documented properly.
- Prepared reports, correspondence, and internal documents to support operational decisions.
- Trained new staff on scheduling procedures, record handling, and service coordination standards.
- Reviewed workflow gaps and implemented process improvements to increase team efficiency.
- Served as primary contact for inquiries, providing clear guidance to patients and stakeholders.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Assisted in recruitment efforts by coordinating interviews and managing onboarding activities for new hires.
Education
GED
Skills
Patience and tolerance
Documentation skills
Recordkeeping skills
Social media proficiency
Training development
Event planning
Documentation coordination
Parent outreach
Appointment scheduling
Data collection
Relationships and rapport
Teamwork
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Multitasking
Reliability
Organizational skills
Team collaboration
Active listening
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Office Tech
CVUSD
08.2022 - 07.2025Read More
Cook/Assistant Manager
CVUSD
08.2012 - CurrentRead More
Kitchen Helper
CVUSD
08.2007 - 08.2012Read More
Kitchen Worker
CVUSD
08.2007 - 08.2007Read More
Coordinator
Addas Health Care
02.2000 - 08.2007Read More
Parent Liaison
CVUSD
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Coachella Valley
GED
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