Stacy Grijalva
Manteca
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in customer service, food preparation, and management, seeking to elevate the customer experience as a Bakery & Deli Dept Specialist. Proven ability to manage purchasing, prepare diverse cuisines, and maintain impeccable cleanliness and organization. Passionate about delivering exceptional service, evidenced by a history of exceeding guest expectations and managing daily cash operations. Eager to leverage strong organizational, reliability, and motivational skills to contribute to a team environment and ensure smooth daily operations.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef/Teacher
LIFT Enrichment
2025.02 - Current
- Managed purchasing, food preparation, and instruction for up to 25 students per class.
- Developed and prepared nutritious, appealing meals from healthy ingredients for children of all ages, from 4-5 to high school, involving students in the cooking process.
- Cooked a diverse range of international cuisines, including salads, healthy mac and cheese, and sushi.
- Educated students on nutritional facts, fostering awareness of how food impacts the body.
- Demonstrated organization, reliability, and motivation in all tasks.
- Effectively taught and gave instructions while also being capable of following orders.
- Exhibited empathy, fostered positive relationships, found humor in stressful situations, and maintained patience during teaching.
Caregiver
Disabled Veteran
2005.06 - 2024.03
- Provided essential personal care, including showering, dressing, and hearing aid maintenance, for an individual with limited mobility.
- Assisted with physical therapy exercises to support patient recovery and well-being.
- Managed transportation for all medical, dental, and cancer-related appointments at Stanford for 19 years.
- Administered chemotherapy treatments at home, ensuring patient comfort and adherence to medical protocols.
- Monitored diet and medication schedules meticulously around the clock.
- Prepared and served all meals and beverages according to specific dietary needs.
- Handled all shopping, procuring necessary items such as beds and furniture, as well as personal requests for the patient or others.
- Oversaw all financial matters, including banking and was designated Power of Attorney.
Barista/ Cashier/ Host
Monica's Livermore
2019.04 - 2021.12
- Delivered excellent customer service, consistently exceeding guest expectations.
- Prepared a wide variety of hot and cold coffee and tea beverages as a skilled barista.
- Organized, cleaned, and artfully displayed fresh bakery items and pastries, packaging them for dine-in customers, small gatherings, and takeout orders.
- Managed daily cash drawer operations, including opening procedures and end-of-day balancing and preparation for banking.
- Provided warm greetings to arriving customers and extended pleasant farewells.
- Maintained a clean and well-stocked environment to ensure smooth daily operations.
Licensed Daycare Provider
Self employed/ Almost home Daycare
1996.11 - 2008.07
- Ensured full compliance with all state and federal daycare regulations.
- Completed specialized education for children with special needs, including required certifications in CPR, child welfare, ailments, and infectious diseases.
- Provided care and support to approximately 50 children beyond my own, fostering a family-like environment.
- Assisted with homework and taught children baking, cooking, and crafts during school holidays.
- Transported children to and from up to five different schools daily.
- Organized daily entertainment activities, particularly during summer months.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks for all children in care.
Education
High School - Business Management
Princeton Senior Highschool
Princeton, Mn, Usa06.1985
Skills
- Management in Business or classroom
- Great Customer Service
- Motivated and reliable, looking to succeed
- Cleanliness and Organization
- Relevant Experience
- Can Lead or follow, enjoys working and helping others
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Bakery Product Preparation
- High School Diploma
- Safety Standards
Accomplishments
Oversee 25+ individuals
Teach them to cook or bake in an orderly fashion with successful results.
Teach basics in safety, prepping, cooking, serving, Clean up to ages 4-Any Age Adult
Organized and stayed on task giving instructions in allotted time. Always creating a delicious outcome.
Certification
Always a Child Advocate Certified
Always Serve Safe or Food Handlers
Certified
Timeline
Chef/Teacher
LIFT Enrichment
2025.02 - Current
Barista/ Cashier/ Host
Monica's Livermore
2019.04 - 2021.12
Caregiver
Disabled Veteran
2005.06 - 2024.03
Licensed Daycare Provider
Self employed/ Almost home Daycare
1996.11 - 2008.07
High School - Business Management
Princeton Senior Highschool