Melissa Mendez
Fort Sam Houston I.S.D
San Antonio,TX
16
years of professional experience
Food service professional skilled in overseeing cafeteria operations and driving team performance. Known for maintaining high standards and adapting to changing demands. Expertise in food preparation, inventory management, and ensuring compliance with School Nutrition regulations.
Work History
Cafeteria Manager
7 Years 1 Month- Calculated daily food preparation amounts to meet student demand
- Places food orders with vendors on a timely basis
- Maintains all required food production and financial records
- Trained cafeteria personnel in responsibilities to enhance service quality
- Develops work rotation schedules for employees
- Communicates with School Nutrition Services on food product performance and acceptability
- Ensures that food is prepared, served, and stored in accordance with sanitation standards
- Evaluates and directs performance of school cafeteria personnel and makes recommendations for growth
- Manage financial records of student meal accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance
Food Service Assistant
5 Years 10 Months- Prepared and followed cooking and baking instructions for meat and vegetables, ensuring quality and consistency.
- Comply with all safety and sanitation regulations
- Read and follow recipe instructions
- Ensured equipment cleanliness to maintain safety standards
- Operate equipment safely per instructions
- Record and use leftovers as instructed
- Delivered accurate food portions to ensure consistency in meals
- Adhered to cashiering protocols to ensure financial accuracy
Medical Assistant
8 Months- Assessed patients and documented their medical histories.
- Assessed patients and documented medical histories to inform treatment plans.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
- Assisted doctors with non-invasive procedures to support efficient patient care.
- Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies.
- Managed general office duties, including answering telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing invoice statements, ensuring smooth office operations.
- Performed monthly inventory and maintained office and medical supply counts.
- Facilitated efficient documentation through online charting system
Kin Assistant
1 Year 5 Months- Assist in implementation of daily enrichment plans
- Maintained supplies and equipment for daily activities to ensure smooth program operations
- Assist in maintaining supervision of small group activities
- Implemented daily enrichment plans to enhance participant engagement and development
- Assist in maintaining supplies and equipment for daily activities
- Facilitated learning by guiding school-age children through their homework assignments.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Associate's Degree in Medical Assistant
High School Diploma
Skills
Inventory management
Sanitation standards
Meal planning
Supply ordering
Waste reduction
Staff supervision
Problem resolution
Safe food handling
Timeline
Cafeteria Manager
Fort Sam Houston I.S.D
08.2019 - CurrentRead More
Food Service Assistant
North East I.S.D.
10.2013 - 08.2019Read More
Medical Assistant
Sole Support Medical
06.2012 - 02.2013Read More
Kin Assistant
North East I.S.D
01.2011 - 06.2012Read More
Robert E. Lee High School
High School Diploma
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Hallmark College
Associate of Science from Medical Assistant
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