Pedro Guajardo

• Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
• Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
• Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
• Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
• Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
• Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
• Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
• Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
• Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
• Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
• Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
• Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
• Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
• Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
• Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
• Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
• Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.

Responsible and dedicated. Proficient in customer service and a fast-paced industry. Passionate and motivated, with a drive for excellence. 20 + years experience in an energetic area. Goal-oriented, dedicated to high levels of customer satisfaction.

• Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
• Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
• Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
• Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
• Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
• Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
• Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
• Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
• Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
• Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
• Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
• Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
• Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
• Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
• Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
• Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
• Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.

• Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
• Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils.
• Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
• Cleaned food preparation areas such as countertops, cupboards, appliances exteriors, walls floors and sinks.
• Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.
• Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area at regular intervals throughout shift.
• Assisted in preparing salads and desserts when requested by chefs or supervisors.
• Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
• Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
• Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
• Kept the kitchen area clean at all times during shifts.