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Desiree Torres

Arecibo

Summary

Experienced Professional Seeking to fill a position where i can provide assistance to clients according to the needs.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Prep Cook

Ihop
Hatillo
10.2024 - 02.2025
  • Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
  • Ensured that all dishes were prepared correctly by tasting them before serving.
  • Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
  • Dressed, seasoned and garnished appetizers and salads to prepare for food service.
  • Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
  • Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
  • Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.

Prep Cook and Cashier

Pio Chicken
Barceloneta
06.2023 - 01.2024
  • Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
  • Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
  • Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
  • Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
  • Kept the kitchen area clean at all times during shifts.
  • Utilized excellent knife skills to chop and slice vegetables and carve and grind meats and cheeses.
  • Cooked meats, fish, poultry or other foods using various methods such as baking, frying or grilling.
  • Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.

Medical Assistant

Paredes Medical Center
Lake Worth
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Prepared and filed medical paperwork, including insurance forms and medical claims
  • Assisted the healthcare provider in providing patient care by retrieving medical records, test results, medical supplies and other items
  • Performed basic laboratory tests, such as drawing blood and administering EKGs
  • Processed medical bill payments and maintained accurate financial records
  • Scheduled appointments and managed patient flow

Assistant Manager

Perfumes Europa
Lake Worth
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Greeted customers in a friendly and professional manner
  • Handled customer complaints calmly and professionally, resolving customer issues in a timely manner
  • Learned and followed all store policies and procedures, resulting in fewer mistakes and improved customer service
  • Utilized sales techniques and strategies to build customer relationships and close sales, resulting in a X% increase in sales
  • Operated cash register, credit card machine, and other electronic equipment accurately and efficiently
  • Assisted customers with locating items and providing product information

Managed Perfume Sales

Perfumes 4U
Barceloneta
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Operated cash register, credit card machine, and other electronic equipment accurately and efficiently
  • Greeted customers in a friendly and professional manner
  • Handled customer complaints calmly and professionally, resolving customer issues in a timely manner
  • Learned and followed all store policies and procedures, resulting in fewer mistakes and improved customer service
  • Utilized sales techniques and strategies to build customer relationships and close sales, resulting in a % increase in sales

Education

High School -

Escuela Juan Ponce De Leon
Puerto Rico
01.2013

Skills

  • Ability to Multitask
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Ability to Work in a Team
  • Microsoft Office
  • Marketing
  • Customer Service
  • Customer Service Skills
  • Bilingual
  • Computer Skills
  • Food preparation
  • Recipe execution
  • Baking knowledge
  • Cooking techniques
  • Professionalism

Certification

  • baking certificate

Languages

Spanish
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Timeline

Prep Cook

Ihop
10.2024 - 02.2025

Prep Cook and Cashier

Pio Chicken
06.2023 - 01.2024

Medical Assistant

Paredes Medical Center
01.2018 - 01.2019

Assistant Manager

Perfumes Europa
01.2017 - 01.2018

Managed Perfume Sales

Perfumes 4U
01.2015 - 01.2016

High School -

Escuela Juan Ponce De Leon

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