Sonia West
Naples,FL
Summary
Versatile and achievement-oriented professional with a robust background in security and customer service, notably at Whiting Agency. Excelled in risk assessment, emergency response, and fostering a safe, welcoming environment. Demonstrated expertise in inventory management and food safety compliance, alongside a proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Skilled in staff training and supervision, ensuring high standards of service and safety.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
Whiting Agency
03.2005 - 10.2010
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Responded effectively to emergencies or disturbances, prioritizing the safety of personnel while minimizing property damage or loss.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
Private Caregiver
Achieva Health
05.2005 - 08.2010
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
- Handled household management tasks like laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping leading to a well-maintained living space.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, reducing the risk of infection or injury.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing for enhanced selfesteem.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities for improved quality of life.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Managed patient medications, ensuring accurate dosages and timely administration.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Promoted client independence through encouragement and assistance in self-care tasks when appropriate.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to healthcare providers promptly.
- Maintained detailed records of daily activities, observations, incidents, medication intake-allowing for effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Facilitated patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and exercises as prescribed by therapists.
- Improved patient nutrition by preparing healthy meals tailored to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
Deli Manager Cook
Frankie’s Italian Deli
05.2018 - 01.2024
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring product freshness and implementing proper rotation practices.
- Trained, supervised and evaluated deli staff to align compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Addressed customer concerns promptly and professionally, resolving issues to their satisfaction.
- Trained new team members on deli procedures, ensuring consistency in product quality and service levels.
- Collaborated with store management to achieve overall operational goals, contributing to store success.
- Increased deli sales by implementing innovative merchandising and promotional strategies.
- Observed quality assurance standards to optimize freshness of deli products.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining high-quality standards for deli products and services.
- Controlled inventory costs by carefully managing portion control and reducing waste.
- Created enticing deli displays that showcased featured products and attracted customers to the department.
- Inventoried food products and associated materials on weekly basis.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction ratings with thorough training and effective customer service policies.
- Consistently met or exceeded hygiene standards during routine inspections from local health authorities.
- Reviewed pricing and ordered food ingredients, kitchen appliances, and supplies.
- Managed supply chain functions for deli supplies, ingredients and merchandise.
- Ensured a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, passing all health inspections with outstanding results.
- Executed waste reduction plan by repurposing near-expiry products into creative dishes, contributing to both sustainability and cost savings.
- Conducted regular product tastings with staff to ensure deep product knowledge and passionate customer recommendations.
- Led by example, working alongside team during busy periods to ensure high-quality service and product delivery.
- Optimized layout of deli counter for better product visibility and accessibility, enhancing customer shopping experience.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
- Addressed customer complaints with professional demeanor and used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve issues.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Served consistent portions following recipes and control standards.
- Controlled expenses and boosted profitability by managing food and labor costs.
- Directed food preparation and cooking activities to meet health and safety standards.
- Supervised food presentation and plating to enhance visual appeal.
Nurse Assistant
Bluefield Regional Hospital
03.2013 - 10.2015
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.
Lead Key Holder
Dollar General
01.2012 - 06.2013
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring a positive shopping experience.
- Enhanced store sales by implementing effective merchandising strategies and engaging customers with product knowledge.
Driver
PRN Transit
10.2008 - 06.2010
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to strict delivery schedules.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of geography and local roads for optimal route selection.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Communicated with passengers to provide information and assistance for excellent customer service and positive experiences.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while maintaining on-time delivery performance rates.
Education
GED - General Studies
LCCC
Lorain, OH02.2002
Skills
- Customer Service
- Task Delegation
- Employee Supervision
- Inventory Management
- Food Safety Compliance
- Staff Training
- Product Rotation
- Sanitation Standards
- Cost Reductions
- Waste Reduction
- Cost controls
- Catering Support
- Catering Services
- Cleaning & sanitation
- Deli product packaging
- Food Safety
Certification
Serve safe manager currently expired.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Deli Manager Cook
Frankie’s Italian Deli
05.2018 - 01.2024
Nurse Assistant
Bluefield Regional Hospital
03.2013 - 10.2015
Lead Key Holder
Dollar General
01.2012 - 06.2013
Driver
PRN Transit
10.2008 - 06.2010
Private Caregiver
Achieva Health
05.2005 - 08.2010
Security Officer
Whiting Agency
03.2005 - 10.2010
GED - General Studies
LCCC
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