Patricia Cuevas
Placerville,CA
Summary
Energetic person with 7+ years of experience providing quick and efficient service to customers in the food service industry. 7+ years in the childcare industry, providing a positive and educational environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista
Starbucks
Cameron Park, CA
03.2025 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club Western Slope
Camino, CA
03.2024 - Current
- Dedicated to providing a fun and safe environment for youth of all ages.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Food Service Lead Volunteer
Evacuation Camp
Somerset, CA
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Coordinated entire food program within vast fire evacuation camp.
- Organized incoming donations to maintain efficient inventory management.
- Ensured productive workflow by coordinating volunteer efforts.
- Fostered and managed partnerships with local businesses to ensure a steady stream of food donations.
- Ensured fresh food service for all meals.
- Ensured evacuees had essential supplies during challenging periods.
Lead Teacher
La Petite Academy
Gold River, CA
11.2016 - 05.2018
- Teach classes of children from 2 years to 5 years old.
- Be patient and positive at all times.
- Was responsible for implementing a fun and educational curriculum.
Concierge and Nanny
Elise Taylor
Gold River, CA
08.2010 - 11.2016
- Took care of all bill paying, grocery shopping, and other home duties.
- Responsible for taking children to and from school.
- Made and served all meals for the family.
Lead Teacher
Roxana Childcare Center
San Jose, CA
06.2008 - 05.2010
- Created curriculum for ages 2 to 5.
- Helped with making all meals during breakfast and lunch and serving children.
- Responsible for giving the children, a positive and educational environment.
Lead Server
Outback Steakhouse
San Jose, CA
02.2007 - 05.2009
- Serving guests with a great attitude and making people smile.
- Helped with training new hires.
- In charge of training servers in the take out service area.
- Worked with management to create schedules.
- Attentive with cleaning and side work to make sure everything was done in a timely manner.
Server
Pete’s family restaurant
San Jose, CA
03.2006 - 03.2008
- I provided excellent customer service to make sure customers for always satisfied.
- Ran the cash register when needed
- Made sure all side work was done at the beginning and end of every shift.
Customer Service Rep
Best Buy
San Jose, CA
02.2006 - 01.2007
- Worked to keep the store clean and organized on the front end.
- Went above and beyond all sales goals.
- Responsible for checking out customers with great customer service.
Shift Lead
Togo’s Sandwiches
San Jose, CA
04.2005 - 02.2006
- Responsible for closing out the shift at the end of the night.
- Made sure all employees were on task
- Kept a clean store
- Responsible for making quality sandwiches.
Education
Early Childhood Education
West Valley College
Saratoga, CABaking And Pastry
Campbell Culinary Institute
Campbell, CAHigh school studies - undefined
Oak Grove High
San Jose, CA06.2006
Skills
- Customer service
- Restaurant and Kitchen experience
- Guest services
- Food service
- Communication skills
- Leadership
- Time management
- Teaching Experience
- Cooking Experience
- Home Care
Timeline
Barista
Starbucks
03.2025 - Current
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club Western Slope
03.2024 - Current
Food Service Lead Volunteer
Evacuation Camp
08.2022 - 09.2022
Lead Teacher
La Petite Academy
11.2016 - 05.2018
Concierge and Nanny
Elise Taylor
08.2010 - 11.2016
Lead Teacher
Roxana Childcare Center
06.2008 - 05.2010
Lead Server
Outback Steakhouse
02.2007 - 05.2009
Server
Pete’s family restaurant
03.2006 - 03.2008
Customer Service Rep
Best Buy
02.2006 - 01.2007
Shift Lead
Togo’s Sandwiches
04.2005 - 02.2006
Early Childhood Education
West Valley College
High school studies - undefined
Oak Grove High
Baking And Pastry
Campbell Culinary Institute