Vanessa Garcia
Lake City,FL
Summary
Adaptable professional with a strong foundation in caregiving and service roles. Known for effective problem-solving and time management skills, enabling successful multitasking in high-pressure environments. Committed to enhancing children's development and fostering positive family relationships.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary Caregiver
Episcopal Children's Services
Macclenny, FL
02.2023 - Current
- Provided individualized care plans to support children's emotional and physical development.
- Facilitated daily activities that promote social interaction and learning among children.
- Monitored health and safety standards, ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
- Communicated effectively with families to update them on children's progress and needs.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to enhance children's coping skills and emotional regulation.
- Continuously updated caregiving knowledge through ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
Server
TGI Fridays
Gainesville, FL
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing guest inquiries and needs.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently during peak hours, ensuring timely food and beverage delivery.
- Implemented upselling techniques to enhance guest experience and increase sales revenue.
- Processed cash and credit transactions accurately while adhering to company policies.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Key Holder
Five Below
Gainesville, FL
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring optimal store performance and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored new team members on sales techniques and store policies.
- Managed inventory levels, conducting regular stock audits to minimize discrepancies.
- Implemented effective visual merchandising strategies to enhance product displays.
- Oversaw store operations by counting cash drawers, reviewing equipment management, and supervising staff.
- Monitored associates throughout each assigned shift and professionally managed any challenges to maintain optimal store performance.
- Increased store sales by creating visually appealing merchandise displays and product placements.
Freight Team Associate
Five Below
Gainesville, FL
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Operated material handling equipment to efficiently load and unload freight shipments.
- Maintained accurate inventory levels through systematic tracking and organization of stock.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve workflow efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during daily operations, enhancing workplace safety culture.
- Scanned items on arrival and departure to create accurate tracking records.
Education
High School Diploma -
Santa Fe High School
Alachua, FL05-2022
Skills
- Emotional support
- Behavioral management
- Family education
- Respectful and compassionate
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Dependable and responsible
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Relationship building
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Cash handling
Certification
- DCF 45 Hours
- First Aid and CPR
- Food Handling in Childcare
- FCCPC
Timeline
Server
TGI Fridays
04.2024 - 09.2024
Primary Caregiver
Episcopal Children's Services
02.2023 - Current
Key Holder
Five Below
09.2022 - 02.2023
Freight Team Associate
Five Below
09.2022 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Santa Fe High School