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Raquel Torrensen

Hemet

Summary

A Nutrition Services Assistant with experience at the Perris High School District, ready to assist in the preparation and distribution of food in a school cafeteria, while being in compliance with health standards. I aim to use my skills and experience to perform food related tasks with efficiency, while maintaining a clean, safe and happy environment for all students.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nutrition Services Assistant

PUHSD
12.2022 - Current
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to strict hygiene standards for food safety compliance.
  • Maintained food and sanitation standards to prevent food-borne illness and promote health.
  • Assisted with preparation and serving of food in line with established nutrition guidelines.
  • Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas.
  • Monitored food quality and freshness throughout day.
  • Utilized POS system to process food snacks and beverage orders.
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
  • Assisted in the storing, preparing, selling and servicing of hot and cold food items in accordancewith prescribed menus and established procedures
  • Operate and use a variety of equipment, utensils and machines used in school cafeterias including, but not limited to, commercial ovens and food warmers.
  • Put out vegetables, fruits, and other foods for students’ consumption.
  • Prepared salads, yogurts, sandwiches and beverages
  • Set up for serving a wide variety of lunch options for students.
  • Washed dishes in 3-compartment sink, letting them air dry then storing them back in their storing place.
  • Cleaned, rinsed and sanitized counter tops and kitchen equipment
  • Periodically swept and mopped floors.

Substitute Nutrition Services Assistant

PUHSD
01.2021 - 12.2022

Dental Assistant

A Tooth Fairy Dental
03.2011 - 10.2022
  • Cleaned and sterilized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for various procedures daily.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Managed inventory of dental supplies.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
  • Contributed to comfortable patient experience, offering reassurance and support throughout treatments.

Skills

  • Food Preparation
  • Sanitation Procedures
  • Meal Distribution
  • POS Knowledgeable
  • Team-Player
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Certification

  • Perris High School Graduate 2008
  • Riverside County Food Handlers Card
  • CPR Certified
  • Driver’s License

Timeline

Nutrition Services Assistant

PUHSD
12.2022 - Current

Substitute Nutrition Services Assistant

PUHSD
01.2021 - 12.2022

Dental Assistant

A Tooth Fairy Dental
03.2011 - 10.2022
Raquel Torrensen