Valerie Ballesteros
Compton
Summary
Hardworking and friendly student with great customer service skills. Quick learner, punctual, organized and ready to help keep
things running smoothly in a fast-paced retail environment. Eager to bring a positive attitude and strong work ethic to the team.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Chef
Paramount High School
Paramount
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Prepared menu items following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines for student-organized events.
- Managed kitchen inventory, ensuring proper stock levels of ingredients and supplies.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
- Ensured that all food items were stored correctly in accordance with health codes.
Volunteer
St. Emyidus Church
Lynwood
02.2020 - 12.2022
- Organized community events to foster fellowship among church members.
- Coordinated volunteer schedules to ensure adequate support during church
- Collaborated with church leaders to plan and execute special services and events.
- Maintained cleanliness and order in church facilities before and after gatherings.
- Collected money donations during mass.
Tutor
Rising Tides
Lakewood
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Monitored student progress and adjusted strategies as needed.
- Provided constructive feedback to encourage student growth and confidence.
- Helped students review and understand previous lessons to make connection with new lesson.
- Conducted individual tutoring sessions with students to help them improve their academic performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA06-2029
High School Diploma -
Paramount High School
Paramount, CA06-2025
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Money handling
- Problem-solving
- Hospitality and accommodation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Goal oriented
- Reading comprehension skills
- Flexible schedule
- Problem-solving skills
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Affiliations
- Volunteering
- Babysitting & Pet-Sitting
Timeline
Student Chef
Paramount High School
08.2022 - 05.2025
Tutor
Rising Tides
01.2022 - 04.2022
Volunteer
St. Emyidus Church
02.2020 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
California State University, Long Beach
High School Diploma -
Paramount High School