Andy Benitez
HANFORD
Summary
Motivated professional with strong problem-solving and organizational skills in high-pressure environments. Experienced in effective communication and collaboration with diverse populations to achieve goals. Committed to continuous learning and capable of multitasking while maintaining focus under pressure.
Overview
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8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Member
Target
Hanford
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries.
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise for easy access.
- Processed transactions accurately at the cash register.
- Collaborated with team members to execute promotional displays.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked items.
- Worked hard to learn required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up displays, restocking items, and cleaning the sales floor.
- Participated in rotation through various stations to meet team demands.
Cook
Tachi Palace Hotel & Casino
Lemoore
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Followed safety and sanitation guidelines to maintain a safe cooking environment.
- Adapted recipes for special dietary needs, enhancing guest satisfaction at the hotel restaurant.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
Store Associate
Smart And Final
Hanford
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided excellent service.
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise to maintain a neat environment.
- Operated cash register and processed customer transactions accurately.
- Collaborated with team members to restock inventory efficiently.
- Monitored product displays for freshness and quality control.
- Ensured the cleanliness and tidiness of the store.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to enhance satisfaction and loyalty.
- Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional, and polite support for sales and service needs.
- Provided cash register operations and handled customer payments.
- Stocked, replenished, and organized inventory to keep store merchandise fresh.
Machine Operator
SunMaid Raisins
Kingsburg
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Operated machinery to process raisins efficiently and safely.
- Monitored production lines for quality control and safety compliance.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production workflows.
- Inspected raw materials for quality before processing into finished products.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
Restaurant Team Member
Jack in the Box
Hanford
07.2017 - 09.2020
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Prepared and assembled food items according to company standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining and kitchen areas.
- Operated cash register and handled transactions accurately.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient service flow.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain food quality and hygiene standards.
Education
Earl F Johnson High School
Hanford, CaliforniaSkills
- Point of sale
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Merchandising techniques
- Quality control
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Team Member
Target
08.2024 - 05.2025
Cook
Tachi Palace Hotel & Casino
11.2023 - 03.2024
Store Associate
Smart And Final
04.2021 - 07.2023
Machine Operator
SunMaid Raisins
09.2020 - 12.2020
Restaurant Team Member
Jack in the Box
07.2017 - 09.2020
Earl F Johnson High School