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Ruth Salas

Buda

Summary

Dynamic and adaptable professional with a proven track record in delivering exceptional customer service and sales expertise. Skilled in food safety and merchandising proficiency. Adapted from working in a bakery, to working in a Deli, all within the same company. I excel in creating engaging displays and fostering positive customer interactions. My background in healthcare as a CNA has also equipped me with strong organizational skills and a deep commitment to cleanliness and hygiene.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Deli Production

HEB Grocery Store
01.2022 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

BAKERY SALES ASSOCIATE

Central Market
01.2022 - 12.2024
  • Trained new employees on packaging techniques and customer service protocols.
  • Assisted in creating attractive displays for the bakery section to drive sales and boost revenue.
  • Monitored expiration dates on products to ensure quality control was met at all times.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational skills by stocking shelves with bakery items, tracking inventory, and restocking when necessary.
  • Developed excellent communication skills while interacting with customers to answer questions and address any concerns they had.
  • Operated ovens according to company procedures to bake breads, pastries, cakes, cookies.
  • Greeted customers and ascertained what each customer wanted and needed.
  • Provided friendly customer service by greeting customers upon arrival in the store, offering assistance with product selection or special orders.
  • Utilized knowledge of food safety regulations to ensure all products were stored properly and maintained freshness standards.
  • Promoted specials or new products available in the bakery section of the store.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment throughout shift to comply with health codes.
  • Inspected finished products prior to packaging them for sale ensuring they meet quality standards.
  • Performed sales floor work, such as greeting and assisting customers, stocking shelves and taking inventory.
  • Answered questions regarding store and merchandise.
  • Arranged and display merchandise to promote sales.
  • Recommended, select, and help locate and obtained merchandise based on customer needs and desires.
  • Cleaned shelves, counters, and tables.

CNA

Ascension
02.2019 - 01.2022
  • Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
  • Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding.
  • Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.
  • Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls.
  • Developed trusting relationships and provided emotional support to patients and families.
  • Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients.
  • Utilized restorative care techniques to promote patient independence.
  • Maintained a clean environment for the safety of patients by following infection control protocols.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality care delivery to patients.
  • Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.
  • Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines.
  • Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information.
  • Observed changes in patient status and response and immediately communicated concerns to nursing staff.
  • Stocked patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs.
  • Observed infection control procedures and guidelines to safeguard patients and teams.
  • Assisted with admission and discharge processes to provide continuity of care.
  • Administered medications according to physician's orders accurately and timely.

CNA

Regency
09.2017 - 07.2020
  • Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
  • Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding.
  • Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.
  • Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls.
  • Developed trusting relationships and provided emotional support to patients and families.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize tasks based on patient needs.
  • Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients.
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises, ambulation and positioning of bedridden patients.
  • Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.
  • Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines.
  • Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information.
  • Observed changes in patient status and response and immediately communicated concerns to nursing staff.

SERVER

Phonatic
01.2017 - 09.2017
  • Provided excellent customer service by anticipating needs and responding promptly to requests.
  • Demonstrated ability to interact with customers in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Cleaned and sanitized hands and surfaces to optimize food safety and comply with health department regulations.
  • Prepared and served food and beverages to customers.
  • Greeted and accommodated guests, building positive experience from first interaction.
  • Assisted with training of new staff members.
  • Processed payments and completed register transactions accurately.
  • Created and maintained optimal communication chain, reducing guest dissatisfaction.

Education

High School Diploma -

Akins High School
06.2017

Skills

  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Organizational skills
  • Merchandising proficiency
  • Conflict resolution
  • Cleanliness and hygiene
  • Time management
  • Sales expertise
  • Excellent customer service
  • Pastry display arrangement
  • Upselling techniques
  • Food safety understanding
  • Product knowledge

Certification

Food Safety Certification

LANGUAGES

Spanish
Bilingual
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Timeline

Deli Production

HEB Grocery Store
01.2022 - Current

BAKERY SALES ASSOCIATE

Central Market
01.2022 - 12.2024

CNA

Ascension
02.2019 - 01.2022

CNA

Regency
09.2017 - 07.2020

SERVER

Phonatic
01.2017 - 09.2017

High School Diploma -

Akins High School