Merlin Garcia-Santos
Manchester,New Hampshire
Summary
Currently a senior in Manchester Memorial High School Looking to pursue a career in Mechanical Engineering. My strengths include being organized, time efficient, good communication, and being resilient. My goal is to go to Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) to become a great mechanical engineer who can build things that help people.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Associate
K.F.C
Manchester, NH
07.2025 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced environment, ensuring guest satisfaction.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, maintaining high food safety standards.
- Assisted team in preparing menu items with attention to quality and presentation.
- Managed inventory levels, contributing to efficient stock rotation and waste reduction.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily operational goals and improve workflow efficiency.
- Monitored cleanliness of dining area and kitchen, adhering to health regulations consistently.
- Handled cash register operations accurately, ensuring precise transaction processing at all times.
Sales Associate
T.J. Maxx
Manchester, NH
02.2025 - 07.2025
- Assisted customers in locating merchandise, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Maintained organized and visually appealing sales floor through effective merchandising techniques.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale system, ensuring efficient checkout experience.
- Collaborated with team members to restock inventory, supporting product availability and store operations.
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns promptly, fostering positive relationships and satisfaction.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Education
High School Diploma -
Manchester Memorial High School
Manchester, NH06-2026
Skills
- Customer service
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Computer skills
- Oral communication
- Issue resolution
- Empathetic
- Fast Learner
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Robotics
- Video Gaming
- Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
- 3D Printing
- Gym Workouts
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
Timeline
Associate
K.F.C
07.2025 - Current
Sales Associate
T.J. Maxx
02.2025 - 07.2025
High School Diploma -
Manchester Memorial High School
Silver Seal of Biliteracy
Awarded for scoring well on the Spanish speaking text on the seal of Biliteracy website and having a high score on the English portion of the SAT.