Yael Mendez
Lancaster
Summary
Results-driven professional with experience in sales techniques and contract negotiation. Demonstrated ability to enhance customer satisfaction and streamline operations in fast-paced environments, contributing to a positive team culture and operational success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Restaurant Image/Kitchen Worker
Rasing Canes
Palmdale
01.2026 - Current
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Assisted in inventory management by restocking supplies as needed.
Cashier
Walmart
Lancaster
06.2025 - 10.2026
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided excellent service.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
Kitchen Worker/Cashier
Taco Bell
Lancaster
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Followed health regulations to uphold food safety and sanitation practices.
- Provided customer service when necessary, addressing inquiries and ensuring satisfaction.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff members on proper techniques for prepping ingredients or operating kitchen equipment.
Customer Service/Barista/Food Handler/Kitchen Worker/Cashier
Erick Schats Bakery
Bishop
06.2021 - 07.2024
- Trained new baristas on beverage preparation techniques and customer service standards.
- Assisted customers in selecting baked goods to complement their beverage choices.
- Set up fresh baked goods in front display, organizing for visibility, and to showcase daily specials or items with limited availability or shelf-life.
Education
Associate of Science - Real Estate
Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA06-2026
Skills
- Workplace health and safety
- Effective customer communication
- Sales techniques
- Deadline driven
- Complex Problem-solving
- Supervision and leadership
- Contract negotiation
- Intermediate Welding Process
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- ANSI Z49.1 Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes
- California Real Estate License
- Food Handler Card
Timeline
Restaurant Image/Kitchen Worker
Rasing Canes
01.2026 - Current
Cashier
Walmart
06.2025 - 10.2026
Kitchen Worker/Cashier
Taco Bell
10.2024 - 06.2025
Customer Service/Barista/Food Handler/Kitchen Worker/Cashier
Erick Schats Bakery
06.2021 - 07.2024
Associate of Science - Real Estate
Antelope Valley College