Supervised payments via credit and debit cards and handled sensitive information with professionalism and discreteness.
Provided exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships.
Handled customer inquiries professionally through phone calls, emails. Travel an Non Travel.
Kitchen Assistant/Chocolatier, Chocolatier/Baker
Just Us Coffee Roasters
06.2019 - 10.2023
Successfully communicated with Kitchen Supervisor regarding orders, availability of supplies
Completed assigned tasks within the given time to meet strict deadlines
Expertly followed recipes to produce high quality dishes for customers
Used appropriate cooking techniques for various types of foods according to established recipes
Handled customer inquiries regarding orders with professionalism and courtesy
Organized storage areas for food items to maintain proper inventory levels
Chocolatier/Owner
CacaoArt Chocolateria de Diseño
01.2018 - 12.2018
Developed expertise in tempering and molding chocolate to create unique shapes and designs
Experimented with new recipes incorporating various flavor combinations into chocolate creations
Managed the daily operations related to customer service, inventory management, and marketing
Established and maintained business relationships with local suppliers to boost business
Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms while ensuring timely delivery of goods and services
Independent Distributor
Zija International
09.2015 - 12.2018
Developed relationships with key customers through effective communication and problem solving techniques; created training programs to increase business
Developed marketing materials including brochures, flyers, ads, web content, which effectively communicated the company’s message
Recruited and trained new independent distributors to ensure successful product launches; developed and implemented training plans, established sales goals and objectives
Organized trade shows, conferences, seminars and other events related to the industry; designed displays that showcased the company’s products in an attractive manner
Chef/Owner
Anahí Conservas y Mermeladas
01.2006 - 12.2018
Created an array of innovative flavors, colors, textures, and decorations for chocolates, jams and preserves
Managed the daily operations related to customer service, inventory management, and marketing
Maintained a high standard of customer service through quality assurance checks
Negotiated contracts and agreements with business partners, vendors, and customers
Decoration, Management and Events Hosting
Catering
Assistant Ecuador Division
Alkemade International
01.2009 - 12.2015
Analyzed shipping documents such as invoices, bills of lading, packing lists
For accuracy prior to releasing shipments
Provided guidance and support to team members in handling international orders
Resolved any discrepancies between customer orders and actual shipment data quickly and efficiently through communication with stakeholders internally and externally
Participated in industry events and tradeshows to build relationships with key players in the global supply chain network
Managed relationships with freight forwarders, carriers, brokers, banks, and other third-party vendors involved in the export process
Identified cost savings opportunities by evaluating alternative products and negotiating better rates from farms and growers
CSA Customer Service Agent
American Airlines
03.1999 - 08.2008
Booked flights, reserved seats and rescheduled passengers to provide superior customer service
Proficiently operated computerized reservation systems to book flights and manage flight schedules
Provided exceptional customer service by responding to inquiries and resolving customer complaints in a timely manner
Answered phones and communicated with customers to assist with questions and travel issues
Managed ticket counter operations including check-in and check-out procedures for passengers and cargo items
CSA Customer Service Agent
United Airlines/Saeta
07.1996 - 11.1997
Booked flights, reserved seats and rescheduled passengers to provide superior customer service
Managed ticket counter operations including check-in and check-out procedures for passengers and cargo items
Performed administrative duties such as filing paperwork, updating databases, processing payments
Utilized problem-solving skills to resolve customer issues quickly and efficiently
Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills while interacting with customers, colleagues, and supervisors in a professional manner
Education
Diploma - Culinary Management
Nova Scotia Community College
Kentville, Nova Scotia
06.2021
Diploma - Chocolatier and Pastry
Chocolatero Profesional En Cacao Fino De Aroma, Design And Chocolate School
07.2018
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Fashion Design
Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, FL
04.1992
Skills
Leadership, Passionate
Ability To Work Under Pressure, Customer Management, Determination, Flower Sales, Food Safety
Great Customer Service, Hard Worki
Product Development, Punctuality, Recipe Development, Teaching, Team Player, Teamwork, Collecting
Problem-Solving Ability
Typing Proficiency
Critical Thinking
Travel Planning
Computer Proficiency
Interpretation and Translation Services, English and Spanish
Event management, Decoration and Hosting
LANGUAGES
English - Advanced
Spanish - Native
Timeline
Associate Travel Counselor
Amex GBT
01.2024 - Current
Kitchen Assistant/Chocolatier, Chocolatier/Baker
Just Us Coffee Roasters
06.2019 - 10.2023
Chocolatier/Owner
CacaoArt Chocolateria de Diseño
01.2018 - 12.2018
Independent Distributor
Zija International
09.2015 - 12.2018
Assistant Ecuador Division
Alkemade International
01.2009 - 12.2015
Chef/Owner
Anahí Conservas y Mermeladas
01.2006 - 12.2018
CSA Customer Service Agent
American Airlines
03.1999 - 08.2008
CSA Customer Service Agent
United Airlines/Saeta
07.1996 - 11.1997
Diploma - Chocolatier and Pastry
Chocolatero Profesional En Cacao Fino De Aroma, Design And Chocolate School