Melanie Polanco
Fairfield
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong background in customer service and small business operations, notably as the Founder & Operator of a seasonal landscaping service. Skilled in culinary knowledge and problem-solving, I excel in creating positive experiences and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization. Reliable and adaptable, I thrive in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Part-Time Staff
Maiones Pizza
Fairfield
01.2024 - Current
- Provided customer service, assisted with food prep, and maintained cleanliness
Founder & Operator
Self-Employed
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Launched and ran a seasonal landscaping service including scheduling and client relations
Waitress
Watermark Retirement
Bridgeport
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Served meals to residents, maintained a friendly dining environment, and assisted staff with daily service needs
Education
High School - Culinary Food Program, Forensics Elective Coursework
Fairfield Warde High School
Fairfield, CT06.2025
Skills
- Conversational Spanish comprehension
- Culinary knowledge and food-handling experience
- Customer service and hospitality
- Team leadership and small business operations
- Communication skills
- Cleaning and organization
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Advanced software knowledge
- Cash handling
- Budgeting and finance
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Business ethics
- Reliability
- Self-motivation
Extracurricular Activities
Varsity Softball Team, Team Member, 09/01/22 - Present, Demonstrates dedication, teamwork, and leadership on and off the field
Volunteer Experience
- SASO (Scholars & Athletes Serving Others), Volunteer Member, Participated in mother-daughter service projects across Fairfield County
- Lucky Dog Rescue, Animal Care Volunteer, Assisted with dog walking, adoption support, and community events
- Fairfield Warde Softball Clinics, Volunteer, Assisting young children with learning the basics of softball
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Driver License
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Founder & Operator
Self-Employed
06.2024 - 09.2024
Part-Time Staff
Maiones Pizza
01.2024 - Current
Waitress
Watermark Retirement
01.2023 - 12.2023
High School - Culinary Food Program, Forensics Elective Coursework
Fairfield Warde High School
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