CHRIS DUENAS
Pacific Grove
Summary
Experienced support professional with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adept at assisting with daily tasks, ensuring smooth operations, and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in communication, organization, and problem-solving. Valued for reliability, flexibility, and ability to contribute positively to team dynamics. Proven ability to manage large-scale operations, maintain strict safety standards, and provide exceptional service in fast-paced environments. Possesses a strong foundation in nutrition and food science, complemented by relevant certifications and education.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nutrition Services Aide (Per Diem)
Salinas Valley Health
08.2023 - Current
- Delivered room service meals to patients, ensuring a high-quality experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient floors.
- Adhered to quarantine and isolation safety protocols.
- Communicated with nursing staff regarding patient needs.
- Answered basic dietary questions, referring patients to dietitians when necessary.
- Prepared and served food in the cafeteria, utilizing the POS system.
- Performed dishwashing and sanitation tasks.
- Trained as a Diet Clerk and lead roles.
- Performed extra projects such as overnight deep cleaning and supply drops off-site
Store Associate
Target
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Stocked shelves and maintained store organization according to company standards.
- Provided customer assistance, answering questions and locating products.
- Utilized the store's POS system for transactions.
Purchasing Agent, Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Pebble Beach Company
01.2012 - 01.2022
- Managed food and beverage purchasing for restaurants, banquets, and bars, ensuring optimal inventory levels and cost control.
- Processed weekly purchases ranging from $10,000 to $50,000, utilizing online purchasing platforms and inventory software.
- Conducted daily physical and digital inventory checks, ensuring proper storage and rotation of goods.
- Planned and managed product needs for events ranging from 25 to 500+ guests, including high-profile events like the Concourse de Elegance and U.S. Open (250,000 attendees).
- Coordinated shipping and receiving of packages and palletized goods, both domestically and internationally.
- Provided customer service to guests regarding shipping inquiries, tracking, and claims.
- Conducted mandatory safety inspections, including fire extinguisher checks, gas tank safety, and equipment maintenance.
- Ensured proper storage and temperature control of sensitive food items.
- Communicated all safety protocols, and fire escape routes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Applied Food Science
San Jose State University
San Jose, CAAssociate of Science - Natural Science
Monterey Peninsula College
Monterey, CA01.2022
Associate of Science for Transfer - Nutrition
Monterey Peninsula College
Monterey, CA01.2022
Skills
- Purchasing & Inventory Management
- Shipping & Receiving
- Customer Service & Communication
- Safety Inspection & Compliance
- Food Safety & Handling (ServSafe Certified)
- Event Planning & Coordination
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management & Organization
- Patient care
- Problem-solving
- Reliability and punctuality
- Patient
Certification
ServSafe Food Safety and Handling | Current
Timeline
Nutrition Services Aide (Per Diem)
Salinas Valley Health
08.2023 - Current
Store Associate
Target
01.2023 - 01.2024
Purchasing Agent, Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Pebble Beach Company
01.2012 - 01.2022
Associate of Science - Natural Science
Monterey Peninsula College
Associate of Science for Transfer - Nutrition
Monterey Peninsula College
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Applied Food Science
San Jose State University
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