Patricia Pacheco
Salt Lake City,UT
Summary
I am a innovative, outgoing, compassionate, creative and effective individual looking for a fun and high energy environment to learn more skills and grow! With many years of experience in the hospitality sector, i have honed my skills in high-volume service, menu expertise, team collaboration and creating a warm environment. Eager to bring my strong customer service to a fun and successful team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
School Custodian
Salt Lake City School District
09.2025 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation across school facilities, ensuring a safe environment for students and staff.
- Operated cleaning equipment, including floor buffers and vacuums, to uphold high standards of facility maintenance.
- Conducted routine inspections of grounds and buildings, identifying areas for improvement and addressing maintenance needs promptly.
- Collaborated with staff to schedule cleaning activities around school events, minimizing disruption to educational programs.
- Developed effective communication with faculty and administration regarding custodial services, fostering positive relationships within the school community.
- Enhanced school cleanliness by performing daily custodial tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
Early Childhood Education Teacher
Primrose Schools
01.2023 - 08.2024
- I've developed strong relationships with my young students in early Pre-K as well as their parents and my colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment. I’ve enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities as well as collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students. I also manage classroom behavior by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences. I maintain accurate records of students records of student progress and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child’s education journey. I have also taken several training classes like CPR, First Aid & Signs of Child Abuse.
Server/barback
Squatters Pub Brewery
02.2018 - 12.2022
- I ensured that the customer’s experience is of the highest quality through a warm, caring & sincere approach in meeting the needs of each customer and employee by having a enthusiastic attitude while coordinating efforts of both the restaurant and kitchen personnel, preparing the tables according to specified, engaged with the guests to help them feel welcomed & attended to, demonstrated product knowledge in answering customer’s questions & making recommendations regarding menu & daily drink/food specials, observed diners to ensure that guests are satisfied with the food and service, responded to additional requests and determined when the customer was finished with their meal/drinks as well as knowing and adhering to State Liquor Laws and the company RASP plan. Assisted busser with stocking, removing and resetting dishes and silverware between courses and cleaning and resetting vacated tables & accurately totaling bills and payment for meal. I helped the bar run smoothly by stocking liquors, refilling & prepping garnishes, prepping juices & mixes, keeping the bar area clean, polishing and replenishing glassware, helping punch orders into the bar POS & answering any questions the customers have about drinks. I’ve also attended several bear and liquor tasting classes.
Barista
Starbucks
03.2016 - 01.2018
- I thrived in this high-volume store, I was great at multitasking and organization. My focus, proficiency, and enthusiasm for creating the best café experience shone through as I prepared a diverse range of beverages. Operating the cash register and mastering the menu and learning coffee-tasting skills allowed me to contribute to a positive and supportive work environment, making my time as part of the barista team truly rewarding and enjoyable!
Education
Diploma -
West High School
Salt Lake City, UT01-2014
Skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Willing to go the extra mile to create a positive experience for every customer & co worker
- Effective under pressure
- Able to pay attention to detail
- Excellent listener, fast learner & hard worker
- Understanding of food safety protocols
- Critical thinking & Professionalism
- Beverage Preparation & creative thinking
- Time management & good communication skills
- Inventory managment
- Able to work with POS systems to place orders, manage bills and cash handling
- Food service safety, Glassware knowlage & Bar equipment operation
- Adaptability & Multitasking
Timeline
School Custodian
Salt Lake City School District
09.2025 - Current
Early Childhood Education Teacher
Primrose Schools
01.2023 - 08.2024
Server/barback
Squatters Pub Brewery
02.2018 - 12.2022
Barista
Starbucks
03.2016 - 01.2018
Diploma -
West High School