Eliza Ochoa
Walnut
Summary
Organized and dedicated well rounded in many positions with proven track record of providing exceptional service in fast-paced environments. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Business Development and Sales
Native Fields LLC
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Enhanced sales revenue by executing strategic business development strategies and cultivating robust client connections.
- Expanded both current and new markets by conducting thorough market research, competitor assessments, and precise marketing initiatives.
- Crafted thorough sales training resources and instruments, empowering new team members to swiftly acclimate and make valuable contributions
- Supervised accounts to nurture ongoing relationships while expanding market share. Elevated profit margins through proficient budget and overhead management, and by optimizing product turnover.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms for the company.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Developed new markets and expanded existing ones through effective market research, competitor analysis, and targeted marketing campaigns.
- Optimized pricing strategies based on market dynamics, increasing profit margins without compromising competitiveness.
Kitchen Porter
Native Fields LLC
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Assisted chefs with food preparation tasks, resulting in timely service and high-quality dishes.
- Safeguarded food safety standards by properly storing ingredients according to temperature requirements.
- Enhanced workplace safety by adhering to proper handling techniques when using knives, cleaning chemicals, and other hazardous materials.
- Provided assistance with menu planning and ingredient selection, supporting the development of innovative culinary creations.
Chef De Partie
Native Fields LLC
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Expeditor
Native Fields LLC
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Assisted chefs in preparing and presenting food to event attendees with a keen eye for detail and expertise in presentation. Coordinated plate presentations to ensure uniform appearance across all dishes served to guests.
- Enhanced communication between departments to ensure seamless order management and fulfillment.
- Balanced high order volumes while upholding accuracy through meticulous attention to detail and efficient time management abilities.
- Increased overall guest experience by addressing any concerns or complaints promptly and professionally.
- Instructed new expeditors and food runners in accordance with company policies and standards.
Team Member
Boiling Crab
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Coordinated work of project dedicated to raise awareness of need, applying strong project and team leadership to enhance success.
Chef De Tournant
Black Tap
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Consistently delivered high-quality, visually appealing dishes, contributing to a memorable dining experience and positive customer feedback.
- Minimized food waste by implementing portion control and optimizing storage techniques, resulting in significant cost savings.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by fostering strong communication and collaboration among team members during peak service hours.
- Enhanced menu offerings by integrating seasonal ingredients and innovative cooking techniques, boosting dish variety and customer satisfaction.
- Efficiently prepared meals under tight time constraints, ensuring timely service while maintaining high culinary standards.
- Mentored junior cooks, providing hands-on guidance to refine culinary skills and improve kitchen operations.
- Enforced compliance with company policies, legal requirements and best practice standards to guarantee cleanliness, efficiency and safety of prepared dishes.
- Assisted executive chef in the creation of daily specials that highlighted unique flavor combinations and showcased culinary expertise.
- Worked closely with front-of-house management to optimize table turnover rates and streamline communication between kitchen and service staff during busy shifts.
- Trained, supervised and relieved chefs at variety of food preparation stations.
Real Estate Assistant
Century 21 Masters
06.2024 - Current
- Reviewing contract details to guarantee all documents are prepared to open up escrow files.
- Working hand and hand with real estate agents to gather information needed to complete the sale of a real estate transaction.
- Efficiency and professionalism in emailing and monitoring timelines to verify files are in compliance with closing dates. Coordinating the files to ensure timelines are kept on target and met.
- Reviews and ensures nothing is missing or that all important documents are signed, dated and sent.
- Ordering and choosing of home warranty plans for buyers transactions.
- Efficient document handling drafting and sending forms for signatures and auditing files.
- Scheduling appointments for home inspections, termite inspections, and appraisals.
- Preparing marketing material for open houses, new listing and sold listings.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
San Jose State University
San Jose06-2025
Associate of Science - Chemistry
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut06.2020
High School Diploma -
Walnut High School
Walnut05.2018
Skills
- Signature dish creation
- Menu development
- Meal Preparation
- Food presentation
- Customer Service
- Data Entry/Call control
- Staff Management/Training
- Competitive analysis
- Business intelligence and analysis
- Systems and software expertise
References
Mr. Sam Pospisil
Osmose
1050 Lakes Dr # 150,
West Covina, CA 91790
(402) 617-4927
Mr. Jerry Gutierrez
Century 21 Masters
21700 Copley Dr Suite 180,
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
(626) 274-1066
Ms. Cat Castaneda
Native Fields
18750 Amar Rd.
Walnut, CA 91789
(626)977-1110
Ms. April Lopez
Boiling Crab
18922 Gale Ave
Rowland Heights, CA 91748
(626)322-4220
Mr. Jon Torres
Black Tap Head Chef
1540 Disneyland Dr Ste 101
Anaheim, CA 92802
(714) 553-8588
Timeline
Real Estate Assistant
Century 21 Masters
06.2024 - Current
Chef De Tournant
Black Tap
07.2023 - 06.2024
Team Member
Boiling Crab
09.2022 - 02.2023
Manager of Business Development and Sales
Native Fields LLC
07.2019 - 07.2022
Kitchen Porter
Native Fields LLC
07.2019 - 07.2022
Chef De Partie
Native Fields LLC
07.2019 - 07.2022
Expeditor
Native Fields LLC
07.2019 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
San Jose State University
Associate of Science - Chemistry
Mt. San Antonio College
High School Diploma -
Walnut High School
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