Vanessa Mena
Monterey Park,CA
Summary
Proven team player with a strong work ethic, demonstrated during my tenure at the Family Business where I excelled in fostering customer relationships and maintaining high cleanliness standards. Skilled in critical thinking and problem-solving, I consistently contributed to a positive guest experience and efficient operational flow. I am a hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Waiter
Family Business
05.2019 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas for optimal guest experience.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in positive feedback from guests.
- Processed cash and credit card transactions accurately, maintaining accountability for all sales revenue generated during shifts.
- Maintained professional demeanor under pressure while managing challenging situations involving dissatisfied customers.
Babysitter
Local Kids Around My Neighborhood
06.2014 - 09.2018
- Supervised children and insured they were adequately taken care of with their daily necessities.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Assisted with helping and daily tasks as needed.
Volunteer
Boys And Girls Club Of West San Gabriel Valley
08.2018 - 08.2018
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers to create a positive atmosphere for children, fostering strong relationships among peers.
- Served as positive role model, promoting healthy interpersonal behaviors.
- Enabled smoother transitions between activities by establishing clear routines and expectations.
- Watched and redirected inappropriate student behavior.
Education
High School Diploma -
Options For Youth San Gabriel
Pasadena, CAAssociate of Arts - Early Childhood Development
East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA06.2024
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Reliability
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Activity Planning
- Cleanliness
- Memory retention
- Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organized and Efficient
- Attention to Detail
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Restaurant Waiter
Family Business
05.2019 - Current
Volunteer
Boys And Girls Club Of West San Gabriel Valley
08.2018 - 08.2018
Babysitter
Local Kids Around My Neighborhood
06.2014 - 09.2018
High School Diploma -
Options For Youth San Gabriel
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Development
East Los Angeles College
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