Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Nicolas Valdivia

Summary

Experienced maintenance worker and kitchen steward with strong expertise in equipment & facility management upkeep, background hospitality, and a fast-paced environment. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, results-driven approach safety protocols, Productive work environment, food preparation, sanitation, and kitchen safety protocols, and utilizes multitasking skills to maintain efficiency and order in a busy kitchen environment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Crew Member

J & S Construction
01.2015 - 12.2019
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Followed routine maintenance checklist.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.

Prep Dishwasher

Las Casuelas Mexican Restaurant & Bar
06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Increased overall cleanliness of restaurant by regularly sweeping and mopping floors around dishwashing station.
  • Assisted with training new dishwashing team members, ensuring consistency in performance and adherence to restaurant standards.
  • Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
  • Demonstrated punctuality and reliability, consistently arriving on time for scheduled shifts.

Dining Steward

RIT Dining Commons
09.2022 - 03.2023
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Performed thorough cleaning tasks after each shift, maintaining a spotless work area for colleagues and patrons alike.
  • Supported banquet events by efficiently preparing tables, serving guests, and clearing dishes promptly after completion.
  • Accepted opportunities to learn new skills, improve performance and cross-train for other positions.

Education

No Degree - Clinical Laboratory Science

Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY

Diploma - General Studies

Thomas Downey High School
05.2016

Skills

  • Adaptable to changing environments
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Fundamental recordkeeping
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Food safety compliance expertise
  • Stock management
  • Sanitation-focused dishwashing
  • Preventive maintenance

Certification

  • California Food Handler Safety Certification, 07/01/21
  • New York Food Handler Safety Certification, 10/01/22
  • New York Cashier Certification, 01/01/23

Timeline

Dining Steward - RIT Dining Commons
09.2022 - 03.2023
Prep Dishwasher - Las Casuelas Mexican Restaurant & Bar
06.2021 - 08.2022
Maintenance Crew Member - J & S Construction
01.2015 - 12.2019
Rochester Institute of Technology - No Degree, Clinical Laboratory Science
Thomas Downey High School - Diploma, General Studies
Nicolas Valdivia