Sonia Mata
Aurora,IL
Summary
Reliable Student Food Service Worker with hands-on experience in food preparation, customer service, and cleanliness protocols. Known for displaying strong teamwork skills and maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety. Demonstrated capacity to positively contribute to team dynamics and improve overall productivity.
Highly-motivated employee with strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Food Service Worker
Aramark
Oswego, Illinois
08.2023 - Current
- Prepared and served meals in a fast-paced student dining environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of food preparation areas and dining spaces.
- Assisted in inventory management and restocked supplies as needed.
Student recess supervisor
School District 308
Oswego, Illinois
02.2022 - 07.2023
- Supervised student behavior during recess and ensured safety protocols.
- Organized games and activities to promote student engagement and teamwork.
- Communicated effectively with students to resolve conflicts and encourage inclusivity.
- Collaborated with teachers to support student needs during outdoor activities.
- Enforced school rules and regulations during the recess period.
- Inspected playground equipment daily to ensure safety standards were met.
- Educated students about proper playground etiquette and sportsmanship.
Student Supervision Assistant
Downey Unified School District
Downey, California
02.2019 - 08.2021
- Supervised daily activities of students in various school settings.
- Monitored student behavior to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Assisted in the supervision of students during lunch and recess periods.
Headstart Teacher
Montebello Unified School District
Montebello, California
07.2001 - 03.2006
- Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards for diverse learners.
- Facilitated engaging classroom activities to enhance student participation and learning.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to support student development and behavior.
- Implemented assessments to track student progress and inform instructional strategies.
- Evaluated student performance data regularly to identify areas of improvement in instruction methods.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education best practices.
- Assessed individualized learning needs of students using informal assessments such as observations and interviews with parents and guardians.
- Promoted language development through storytelling, singing songs, and engaging conversations with students.
Education
Associate of Arts - Child Development
Cerritos College
Norwalk, California, CA 08.1997 - 05.2000
Skills
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Interpersonal skills
- Customer service
- Food preparation
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Paraprofessional Educator license
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Student Food Service Worker
Aramark
08.2023 - Current
Student recess supervisor
School District 308
02.2022 - 07.2023
Student Supervision Assistant
Downey Unified School District
02.2019 - 08.2021
Headstart Teacher
Montebello Unified School District
07.2001 - 03.2006
Associate of Arts - Child Development
Cerritos College
08.1997 - 05.2000