Maria Alejandra Pachon
Sayreville,NJ
Summary
Resourceful professional with a solid foundation in customer service and classroom support. Expertise in safe food handling and multitasking in fast-paced environments. Committed to fostering teamwork and maintaining organization under pressure. Eager to enhance operational efficiency and support positive guest experiences while adapting quickly to new challenges.
Overview
1
1
Language
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
server
Grand Marquis
Old Bridge, New Jersey
08.2022 - Current
- Welcomed guests to create a positive first impression. at Grand Marquis with warm, professional service
- Delivered meals promptly across dining and banquet areas
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Engaged customers to enhance satisfaction and promptly resolve concerns.
- Responded to guest inquiries and complaints efficiently and professionally.
Teacher's Assistant
Goddard School
Manalapan, NJ
08.2026 - 10.2026
- Supported lead teachers with daily classroom activities at Goddard School.
- Reinforced early learning skills through reading, songs, and guided play.
- Coordinated age-appropriate enrichment activities that fostered social, emotional, and intellectual development.
- Monitored children's activities during playtime, promoting safety and encouraging engagement. during play, meals, and outdoor learning.
- Assisted with child routines, including handwashing, snacks, and nap time.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Maintained clean, organized classroom spaces and learning centers.
- Built positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers, and school administrators, enhancing classroom community.
Crew Member
Honeygrow Restaurant Organization LP
Old Bridge, New Jersey
05.2025 - 11.2025
- Delivered quality customer service by interacting pleasantly with guests and addressing their needs.
- Assisted guests with menu questions, ingredients, and customization requests.
- Operated POS system to enter guest orders and process payments.
- Maintained food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness across dining and prep areas.
- Maintained adequate stock levels of ingredients, supplies, and packaging to support steady kitchen operations.
- Prepared honeygrow salads and stir-fry orders following kitchen standards.
- Coordinated order timing and communication among team members to maintain efficient line workflow during peak service.
- Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Followed restaurant procedures for opening, closing, and daily side work.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Kean University
Union, NJ06-2028
High School Diploma -
Sayreville War Memorial High School
Old Bridge, NJ06-2024
Skills
- Customer service
- Positive guest interactions
- Food safety practices
- Dining area management
- Food preparation
- Multitasking
- Time management
- Quick learning
- Team collaboration
Reliability
Stress management techniques
- Performance improvement
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Goddard School
08.2026 - 10.2026
Crew Member
Honeygrow Restaurant Organization LP
05.2025 - 11.2025
server
Grand Marquis
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Kean University
High School Diploma -
Sayreville War Memorial High School