Hi, I’m
Tareena Pagan
Lowell,MA
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable professional with a rich background in culinary arts and patient care, honed at A Foodies Haven and other notable establishments. Excelled in food safety and preparation, enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional service and teamwork. Proven leadership and problem-solving skills propelled operations to new heights, achieving significant improvements in efficiency and quality.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
A Foodies Haven
Catering /Cook/Owner
11.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
Penacook Place
CNA
05.2020 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
Takis
Cook
06.2015 - 07.2019
Job overview
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
Masis Staffing
Receptionist
08.2012 - 12.2018
Job overview
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
Education
Commonwealth NursingLowell, MA
08.2007
Middlesex Community CollegeLowell
GED
05.2007
Skills
- Leadership Qualities
- Food safety knowledge
- Food Preparation
- Knife Skills
- Creativity in Cooking
- Adaptability in kitchen
- Sanitation Practices
- Food presentation
- Menu Planning
- Safe Food Handling
- Food allergy safety
- Temperature management
- Workstation preparation
- Buffet setup
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Cleaning and organization
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking and Organization
- Reliability
- Organizational Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
Safe Food Handling
Allergen Awareness
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Catering /Cook/Owner
A Foodies Haven
11.2020 - Current
CNA
Penacook Place
05.2020 - 05.2021
Cook
Takis
06.2015 - 07.2019
Receptionist
Masis Staffing
08.2012 - 12.2018
Commonwealth Nursing
Middlesex Community College
GED
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