Tomabari Ganago
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic Caregiver, trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.
Detail-oriented Prep Cook adept in managing high-volume environments with grace and efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Shiekh Shoes
Tucson , AZ
01.2009 - 02.2010
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
- Processed product returns and assisted customers with other selections.
Courtesy Clerk
Fry's Food And Drug
Tucson , AZ
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Bagged customer items efficiently using proper techniques to protect delicate items and separate different groups of merchandise.
- Returned unwanted items to correct store locations and restocked shelves.
- Collected more than [Number] shopping carts from parking lot daily and cleaned and dried soiled and wet carts.
- Addressed customer needs for price checks and merchandise retrieval from upper shelves or stockroom.
- Assisted customers with large purchases by carrying items to vehicles.
- Helped customers take merchandise out of store and loaded items into vehicles.
- Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
Caregiver
CPES Behavioral Health Services
Tucson , AZ
02.2012 - 01.2018
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
- Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Caregiver
Tucson Residence Foundation
Tucson , AZ
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Provided transportation to doctor's appointments, grocery stores, salons and barbershops.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Caregiver
Arizona MENTOR
Tucson , AZ
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Provided transportation to doctor's appointments, grocery stores, salons and barbershops.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Prep Cook
Chuy's
Tucson , AZ
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping and taking out trash.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
Driver
Uber
Tucson , Arizona
01.2020 - Current
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Successfully maintained clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
Driver
Lyft
Tucson , AZ
01.2020 - Current
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.
- Answered, scheduled and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
- Cleaned vehicle regularly to maintain professional appearance.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to identify maintenance needs and handle regular upkeep.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Delivered employees and materials to job sites daily.
- Verified daily deliveries against shipping instructions before delivering to customers.
Caregiver
Desert Horizon Psychiatric
Tucson , AZ
09.2023 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
Creative Writing - International Relations
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05.2025
Skills
- Bulk Food Preparation
- Ingredient Selection
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Food Service Sanitation
- Policy and Procedure Compliance
- Customer Needs Assessments
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Food Storage
- Regulatory Standards
- Menu Planning
- Safe Food Handling
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Willingness to Learn
- Attention to Detail
- Collaboration and Relationships
Basketball, Soccer, and a little bit of Football
When I am off from work and have free time, I like to play soccer with friends. I also play other sport such as basketball and football. The reason I play sport besides the fact that it is fun to play, is to stay in shape.
Timeline
Caregiver
Desert Horizon Psychiatric
09.2023 - Current
Prep Cook
Chuy's
05.2021 - 07.2021
Driver
Uber
01.2020 - Current
Driver
Lyft
01.2020 - Current
Caregiver
Arizona MENTOR
01.2019 - 01.2021
Caregiver
Tucson Residence Foundation
01.2018 - 01.2019
Caregiver
CPES Behavioral Health Services
02.2012 - 01.2018
Courtesy Clerk
Fry's Food And Drug
01.2011 - 01.2013
Sales Associate
Shiekh Shoes
01.2009 - 02.2010
Creative Writing - International Relations
University of Arizona
Similar Profiles
Tahjea WilliamsTahjea Williams
Sales Associate/Head Cashier at Shiekh ShoesSales Associate/Head Cashier at Shiekh Shoes
Jose GuerraJose Guerra
Assistant Manager at Shiekh ShoesAssistant Manager at Shiekh Shoes
Michael TalaveraMichael Talavera
Assistant Manager at Shiekh ShoesAssistant Manager at Shiekh Shoes