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Maria Alava

Cambridge,ON

Summary

Dedicated professional with strong cleaning and sanitizing skills. Proven ability to enhance customer service and optimize cleaning schedules, contributing to efficient operations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Cleaner

JE & KI Commercial Maintenance
Kitchener, Ontario
02.2026 - Current
  • Maintained cleanliness of commercial spaces, ensuring a hygienic environment for clients and staff.
  • Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, including toilets, sinks, countertops, mirrors, and floors, to uphold facility standards.
  • Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.

Store Manager

Caluma Shop
Guayaquil - Ecuador, Guayas
04.2019 - 07.2023
  • Streamlined inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels to meet customer demand.
  • Trained and supervised staff to improve customer service, resulting in enhanced customer satisfaction.
  • Formulated strategies to increase sales and profitability, aligning team efforts with business goals.

Housekeeper

Hotel Alborada
Guayaquil-Ecuador, Guayas
07.2018 - 02.2019
  • Organized and sanitized kitchens, bedrooms, living rooms, and bathrooms to maintain cleanliness and reduce germs.
  • Developed and implemented cleaning schedules to enhance time management and ensure thorough maintenance.
  • Cleansed kitchen appliances, including microwaves, stoves, and dishwashers, to ensure optimal hygiene and functionality.

Ice Cream Server

Greenberry
Guayaquil - Ecuador , Guayas
04.2015 - 02.2018
  • Prepared and served a variety of ice cream flavors and toppings.
  • Managed cash register, processing customer transactions accurately to enhance overall service experience.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of serving area, ensuring a welcoming environment for customers.
  • Stocked supplies and ensured freshness of ingredients, contributing to quality of offerings during daily operations.

Education

Food Safety

Integrity Avocado
Canada
04-2026

Bachelor of Science - Finance

UEES
Ecuador
01-1995

English Language

St. Louis
Kitchener, ON
04-2026

Skills

  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Customer service
  • Sales reporting
  • Product and service management

Languages

Spanish
Professional
English
Elementary

Timeline

Cleaner

JE & KI Commercial Maintenance
02.2026 - Current

Store Manager

Caluma Shop
04.2019 - 07.2023

Housekeeper

Hotel Alborada
07.2018 - 02.2019

Ice Cream Server

Greenberry
04.2015 - 02.2018

Food Safety

Integrity Avocado

Bachelor of Science - Finance

UEES

English Language

St. Louis
Maria Alava