Results-driven Administrative and Operations Professional with over 10 years managing complex workflows and business operations in regulated environments. Maintained compliance with sensitive documentation and navigated high-volume administrative systems. Bilingual communicator facilitating collaboration among diverse stakeholders, including families and corporate leadership.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Paraprofessional
South Texas ISD -Virtual Academy
Mercedes, Texas
12.2022 - 01.2026
Implemented behavior management strategies, enhancing student engagement and fostering a positive learning environment.
Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
Assisted with implementation of students' individualized IEPs according to teacher and administrator guidelines.
Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
Participated in professional development workshops, refining instructional support techniques and enhancing student learning outcomes.
Collaborated with educators across grade levels to align instructional strategies and improve student support initiatives.
Communicated confidential details about student behavior and performance with parents and authorized parties.
Monitored student attendance records and reported any discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
Supported English Language Learners by providing additional instruction on language acquisition skills.
Maintained accurate records of student grades and academic progress reports.
Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
Contributed to a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Supported classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.
Guided students in developing organizational and study skills.
Provided technical assistance to teachers when using new software or technology tools.
Supported daily remote campus operations and administrative coordination for faculty
and leadership.
Maintained sensitive Individualized Education Plan (IEP) documentation with 100%
accuracy and regulatory compliance.
Served as a primary liaison between families and administrators, improving response
times and communication clarity.
Managed digital records, correspondence, and internal coordination for recruitment and
open enrollment programs.
Instructed students using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations.
Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Owner /Director of Operations
Taste 305 LLC
Miami, FL
08.2010 - 06.2022
Created marketing strategies that increased brand visibility and engaged customers effectively.
Oversaw inventory management and procurement processes for optimal stock levels.
Trained and mentored staff to improve service quality and team performance.
Established strong relationships with vendors to ensure reliable supply chains.
Resolved customer inquiries and complaints to enhance overall satisfaction levels.
Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Provided direction and guidance to employees.
Implemented cost-effective solutions that reduced operational expenses and supported profitability.
Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
Hosted special events to boost brand awareness and increase community engagement.
Developed business strategies, systems, and procedures that improved overall operational performance.
Conducted performance reviews for employees on a regular basis.
Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
Operated food truck during high-volume events and festivals.
Prepared diverse menu items following health and safety standards.
Managed inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining stock levels.
Coordinated staff schedules and delegated tasks during busy shifts.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of food preparation areas.
Trained new employees on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment in accordance with health regulations.
Organized and maintained food truck inventory.
Juggled high volume of orders during lunch rush while making sure every customer received food as ordered.
Assisted in loading and unloading equipment into the food truck.
Provided excellent customer service, resolving customer complaints quickly and professionally.
Processed payments accurately and efficiently using cash registers or POS systems.
Prepared meals according to customer orders using fresh ingredients.
Kept accurate records of sales data, expenses, profits.
Advertised the food truck business through various channels such as social media, flyers.
Created innovative dishes to attract more customers.
Organized involvement in local events, meetings and parties to serve as caterers or food vendors.
Worked well within budget while incorporating high-quality ingredients to improve food quality.
Stayed up-to-date with industry trends related to food trucks.
Researched potential locations for setting up the food truck business.
Coordinated with business owners and professionals to approve truck placement in front of businesses.
Performed maintenance checks on the food truck regularly.
Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of supplies and ingredients.
Resolved customer complaints professionally and efficiently.
Managed scheduling for staff, ensuring adequate coverage during peak hours.
Adapted menu offerings based on location and target audience preferences.
Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and presentation standards.
Set up and broke down food truck station, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
Trained new staff on food preparation, customer service, and health and safety protocols.
Engaged with customers, providing menu recommendations and addressing inquiries.
Provided training to new employees on specific job responsibilities.
Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
Inspected dining and serving areas for cleanliness and proper setup.
Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
Manager/Culinary Arts Instructor
Miami Dade College - Wolfson Campus
Miami, FL
08.2015 - 03.2019
Facilitated communication between faculty, staff, and students to resolve issues effectively.
Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
Coached, mentored, and trained team members to enhance job performance and foster skill development.
Led a team of 8 employees, ensuring high productivity and excellent customer service.
Conducted performance reviews to assess team member progress and identify areas for improvement.
Oversaw daily operations, maintaining efficiency and quality standards.
Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly, maintaining a positive brand image.
Implemented process improvements, resulting in an increase in operational efficiency.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Instructed students on food safety and sanitation regulations in culinary practices.
Demonstrated advanced cooking techniques and kitchen equipment operation effectively.
Instructed students on terminology and techniques of culinary arts using visual and graphic media.
Conducted demonstrations to illustrate principles such as flavor combinations, plating techniques, and knife skills.
Provided hands-on instruction in the proper use of kitchen equipment, tools and appliances.
Instructed students on nutrition, presentation, science, and taste of both classical and contemporary cuisine.
Provided culinary instruction to college-level students.
Mentored kitchen team members on proper cooking techniques and strategies to improve performance.
Encouraged students to improve skills and develop professionally.
Gave constructive feedback to students to improve learning and progress against course objectives.
Maintained detailed student records to track progress, attendance, and meet program requirements.
Created appropriate learning environments for students.
Planned and conducted activities for balanced program of instruction, demonstration and work time, providing students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
Supervised advanced student work from both independent and group projects.
Customer Service Representative
USI Insurance Services
Coral Gables, Florida
05.2007 - 08.2010
Assisted clients with policy inquiries and coverage options.
Supported team members during high-volume call periods to maintain service levels.
Resolved customer complaints through effective problem-solving techniques.
Collaborated with underwriters to facilitate policy adjustments and renewals.
Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
Conducted follow-up calls to verify customer satisfaction and promote retention.
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Developed strong customer relationships to encourage repeat business.
Informed customers about billing procedures, processed payments, and provided payment option setup assistance.
Developed positive relationships with customers through friendly interactions.
Conducted regular follow-up calls with customers after resolving their issues.
Engaged customers in conversation to identify needs, resolve issues, and clarify product questions.
Updated databases with new and modified customer data.
Increased customer satisfaction ratings by effectively answering questions, suggesting effective solutions, and resolving issues quickly.
Administrative Assistant / Human Resource Support
Acordia Insurance Services Wells Fargo Insurance S
Coconut Grove, FL
10.2003 - 11.2006
Assisted in maintaining office supplies and inventory management systems.
Developed training materials for new administrative staff onboarding processes.
Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information in all communications.
Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
Organized and maintained accurate filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive records.
Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level.
Provided comprehensive administrative support to executive team by scheduling meetings and managing calendars to streamline operations.
Scheduled appointments between clients and customers and internal staff members.
Ensured efficient operation of office equipment such as printers, copiers and fax machines.
Coordinated mailings including sorting mail, preparing packages for shipping via courier service or postal service.
Assisted in planning special events by coordinating catering services, securing venues, and ordering promotional materials to enhance event experience.
Facilitated communication between different departments within the organization.
Developed and maintained filing systems for confidential documents and records.
Set up workshops, conferences and meetings by scheduling and reserving rooms and preparing supplies.
Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts/ Management Operations/ Chef
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL
03-2016
Skills
IEP implementation
Classroom supervision
Instructional strategies
Emotional support
Note-taking assistance
Progress monitoring
Special education
Goal tracking
Classroom organization
Friendly and outgoing
Disability awareness
Instructional support
Small group and individual assistance
Autism spectrum
Classroom support
After-school programs
Multicultural awareness
Teacher assistance
Individual instruction
Teacher collaboration
Small group instruction
Event planning
Problem solving
Team collaboration
Administrative coordination
Inventory management
Training and development
Time management
Compliance adherence
Team oversight
Customer relations
Design coordination
Staff management
Business administration
Client engagement
Client service
Profit and loss
Product branding
Relationship building
Small business operations
Quality assurance
Culinary techniques
Food safety
Menu development
Recipe creation
Customer service
Team leadership
Inventory control
Conducting demonstrations
Food safety knowledge
Cooking techniques mastery
Menu planning
Food presentation
Sanitation guidelines
Dish preparation
International cuisine
Cooking methods
Recipe development
Demonstration skills
Knife skills
Hands-on instruction
Quality controls
Allergy awareness
Expense tracking
Multitasking Abilities
Bilingual in English/ Spanish
Self motivation
Excellent communication
Technical skills
Technology integration
Professional ethics
Stakeholder communication
Problem-solving
Student engagement
Computer proficiency
Leadership development
Continuous improvement
Account management
Customer satisfaction
De-escalation techniques
Microsoft Excel
Problem resolution
Adaptability
Data entry
Filing
Service upselling
Appointment scheduling
Executive management support
Microsoft outlook
Microsoft Office Suite
Multi-line phone talent
Documentation
Product knowledge
Problem-solving
Payment processing
Empathy and patience
Professional demeanor
Stakeholder relationships
Staff training
Office organization
Adaptability
Travel coordination
Mail handling
Office administration
Administrative support
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
440
Timeline
Paraprofessional
South Texas ISD -Virtual Academy
12.2022 - 01.2026
Manager/Culinary Arts Instructor
Miami Dade College - Wolfson Campus
08.2015 - 03.2019
Owner /Director of Operations
Taste 305 LLC
08.2010 - 06.2022
Customer Service Representative
USI Insurance Services
05.2007 - 08.2010
Administrative Assistant / Human Resource Support
Acordia Insurance Services Wells Fargo Insurance S
10.2003 - 11.2006
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts/ Management Operations/ Chef