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Valerie Longoria

San Antonio

Summary

Dedicated professional with a strong background in customer service and team collaboration. Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency, ensuring timely service delivery and customer satisfaction.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Server

Denny's Restaurant
San Antonio
09.2025 - 12.2028
  • Provided attentive service to guests in a fast-paced dining environment.
  • Recommended menu items based on guest preferences and dietary restrictions.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing guest satisfaction and dining experience.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to expedite food preparation and delivery, improving service efficiency.
  • Maintained cleanliness of dining areas and ensured proper table settings.
  • Executed cash transactions and processed payments accurately, contributing to smooth operations.

Food Expeditor

Luby's Cafeteria
San Antonio
07.2023 - 08.2024
  • Assisted kitchen staff with food preparation and organization tasks.
  • Monitored food presentation to maintain quality standards before serving.
  • Ensured timely delivery of meals to customers during peak hours.
  • Maintained cleanliness in the expediting area to support health regulations.
  • Worked with management with final preparation of food and dishes, controlled, and improved service processes and eliminated unclean obstacles.
  • Greeted frequent visitors by name and explained new promotions.

Hostess / To go Cashier

Sushi Zushi Colonade
San Antonio
07.2023 - 08.2024
  • Provided menus and explained daily specials to enhance customer experience.
  • Greeted guests warmly upon arrival, seating them promptly.
  • Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
  • Created an enjoyable atmosphere by engaging in friendly conversation with guests.
  • Scheduled reservations and notified servers and managers of large groups to prepare seating in advance.

Assistant Store Manager

Sonic Drive- In
San Antonio
07.2023 - 08.2024
  • Monitored food preparation areas to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.
  • Trained new employees on customer service protocols and operational procedures.
  • Assisted in daily operations and ensured compliance with safety standards.
  • Managed inventory levels and coordinated stock replenishment processes.
  • Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, reconciling discrepancies as necessary.

Radiology Dept. Patient Transport

Methodist Hospital
San Antonio
08.2022 - 10.2023

* I entered the hospital with good intentions to help the sick that uplifted attitudes for a better state of wellbeing.

* Then I signed in company phone received patient info and called nurses for transport info

* I cleaned and dressed stretchers, wheelchairs, and equipment with chemical wipes.

  • Provided and received updated and definite current information by colleagues that guided support by maintaining a collaborative work environment.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.

Head Cashier / Reginal Meat Slicer

Bill Miller's Bar B Q
San Antonio
11.2013 - 07.2021
  • Managed cash register operations and ensured accurate cash handling.
  • Processed customer transactions efficiently and addressed inquiries promptly.
  • Assisted other departments when needed by providing additional support during busy periods.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of meat preparation area.
  • Sliced meats to specification using commercial slicing equipment.
  • Ensured compliance with food safety and sanitation standards consistently.

Fragrance Sales Associate

Macy's Women's Fragrance Dept
San Antonio
01.2005 - 12.2006
  • Greeted customers and provided customer service.
  • Educated customers about fragrance notes and application techniques.
  • Processed sales transactions using the point-of-sale system efficiently.
  • Maintained product displays to ensure an organized shopping environment.
  • Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly and professionally.

Front Store Assistant Manager

Abound Inc. - Grissom rd. Thrift
San Antonio
11.2004 - 02.2006
  • Organized inventory displays to enhance product visibility and accessibility.
  • Assisted customers in locating merchandise and answering inquiries.
  • Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.

Independant Sales Contractor

SierraSolutions.com
San Antonio
05.2001 - 06.2005
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to align messaging and promotions.
  • Conducted market research to identify new opportunities and trends.
  • Developed sales strategies to enhance client engagement and retention.

Store Team Member

Little Caesars
San Antonio
05.2000 - 04.2001
  • Assisted customers with orders and provided excellent service.
  • Prepared and cooked pizza according to company recipes and standards.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas throughout shifts.

Education

GED -

Thomas Jefferson Highschool
723 Donalsdon Ave
05-2002

Neuro Science - Arts

Stratford University
210 S Central Ave Suite 102 B
05-2002

Multimedia Art - Fine Arts

Say Si
Blue Star Arts Complex

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Cash handling
  • Food safety
  • Order management
  • Food preparation
  • Menu knowledge
  • Inventory control
  • Effective communication
  • Conflict resolution

Certification

BLS

Timeline

Server

Denny's Restaurant
09.2025 - 12.2028

Food Expeditor

Luby's Cafeteria
07.2023 - 08.2024

Hostess / To go Cashier

Sushi Zushi Colonade
07.2023 - 08.2024

Assistant Store Manager

Sonic Drive- In
07.2023 - 08.2024

Radiology Dept. Patient Transport

Methodist Hospital
08.2022 - 10.2023

Head Cashier / Reginal Meat Slicer

Bill Miller's Bar B Q
11.2013 - 07.2021

Fragrance Sales Associate

Macy's Women's Fragrance Dept
01.2005 - 12.2006

Front Store Assistant Manager

Abound Inc. - Grissom rd. Thrift
11.2004 - 02.2006

Independant Sales Contractor

SierraSolutions.com
05.2001 - 06.2005

Store Team Member

Little Caesars
05.2000 - 04.2001

GED -

Thomas Jefferson Highschool

Neuro Science - Arts

Stratford University

Multimedia Art - Fine Arts

Say Si
Valerie Longoria