Amanda Lopez
Cumberland
Summary
Dedicated cafeteria worker known for reliability, multitasking, and strong attention to detail. Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization while delivering exceptional customer service.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Cafeteria Worker
ACPS
Cumberland, MD
02.2022 - Current
- Prepared and served meals in compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of cafeteria areas to ensure a welcoming environment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes for increased efficiency.
- Implemented daily cleaning schedules to uphold sanitation standards throughout the cafeteria.
- Monitored food quality and presentation, ensuring adherence to nutritional guidelines and standards.
- Cleaned and sanitized surfaces, tools, and equipment.
- Restocked condiments, beverages, and utensils per expected use levels.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean eating areas.
- Prepared ingredients and recipe components ahead of time.
- Enhanced food quality by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in food preparation areas.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with team members and assisting in various roles as needed.
- Maintained a welcoming atmosphere by keeping dining areas clean, organized, and well-stocked throughout shifts.
- Managed cash register transactions accurately, ensuring all financial responsibilities were met with precision and consistency.
- Cooked food per recipe requirements in large batches for routine school breakfasts, lunches, and special events.
- Followed all proper handling procedures for prepared foods, ingredients, and leftovers.
- Served as a reliable team member during flexible scheduling demands, consistently arriving on time for all assigned shifts ready to contribute positively to the day''s work activities.
Crew Team Member
Chipotle
College Park, MD
03.2011 - 08.2012
- Ensured food safety and cleanliness standards in fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Prepared high-quality ingredients and menu items according to company recipes.
- Collaborated with team members to deliver exceptional customer service experiences.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring a positive environment for both staff and customers.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
- Improved customer satisfaction by consistently providing friendly and efficient service.
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
- Operated cash register to ring up final bill and process various forms of payment.
- Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
- Checked on dining areas frequently to clean up spills, wipe down tables and restock stations.
Personal In-Home Caregiver To My Grandmother
N/A
Canvas, WV
08.2004 - 07.2007
- Provided compassionate personal care to clients, ensuring comfort and safety in daily activities.
- Assisted clients with mobility, enhancing independence and quality of life through tailored support.
- Maintained client health with proper medication administration and timely medical appointments.
- Managed clients'' schedules, coordinating appointments and transportation as needed for optimal time management.
- Assisted clients with mobility issues, utilizing assistive devices when necessary for safe movement.
- Promoted client autonomy by assisting with personal hygiene, grooming, and dressing routines.
- Ensured a safe home environment by performing housekeeping duties and implementing safety measures.
- Maintained detailed records of client care activities for accurate reporting to family members and healthcare providers.
- Enhanced client well-being through regular social interaction and emotional support.
- Improved client comfort by providing personalized in-home care and assistance with daily tasks.
- Supported clients'' nutritional needs by preparing healthy meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Medical Assistant
Everest Institute
Silver Spring, MD06.2011
High School Diploma -
Northwestern High School`
Hyattsville, MD05.2009
Skills
- Reliability
- Multitasking
- Teamwork
- POS system operation
- Food processing
- Kitchen communication
- Flexible schedule
- Food running
- Table clearing
- Safety awareness
- Payment processing
- Relationship building
- Attention to detail
- Kitchen operations
- Quality assurance
- Supply restocking
- Clear communication
- Cleaning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Cash register operation
- Customer service
- Time management
- Portion sizes
Timeline
Cafeteria Worker
ACPS
02.2022 - Current
Crew Team Member
Chipotle
03.2011 - 08.2012
Personal In-Home Caregiver To My Grandmother
N/A
08.2004 - 07.2007
Graduate Certificate - Medical Assistant
Everest Institute
High School Diploma -
Northwestern High School`