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Christian J. Zavala

Cicero

Summary

Dynamic and motivated college student with hands-on experience in customer service, food service, and hospitality. Recognized for strong communication skills, exceptional teamwork, and meticulous attention to detail while thriving in fast-paced environments. Bilingual in English and Spanish, enhancing the ability to connect with diverse clientele. Authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer, offering a reliable and adaptable approach to every role.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Cashier

Tony's
06.2025 - 01.2026
  • Operate POS system to process cash, credit, and debit transactions accurately.
  • Provide friendly, efficient customer service and take orders.
  • Balance cash drawers and maintain front-of-house cleanliness.

Team Cook

KFC
02.2024 - 05.2025
  • Prepared food according to company standards and safety guidelines.
  • Monitored food quality, cooking times, and temperatures.
  • Maintained a clean, sanitary kitchen and minimized waste.

Houseman

Hampton Inn
03.2022 - 03.2024
  • Cleaned and maintained public areas.
  • Assisted guests with luggage and special requests.
  • Reported maintenance issues and supported room setups.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Morton College
Cicero, IL
03-2028

High school diploma - undefined

J Sterling Morton East High School
Cicero, IL
05-2025

Skills

  • Cash management
  • Recipe Adherence: Following strict technical instructions and portion controls to ensure product consistency
  • Point of sale operation
  • Customer service expertise
  • Food safety compliance
  • Equipment Proficiency Proper use and basic maintenance of industrial kitchen machinery, including ovens and specialized fryers

Skills

Spanish
English

Accomplishments

  • Achieved 'Cashier of the Month' by upholding store values and prioritizing costumers with accuracy and efficiency at KFC and Tony's.
  • Trained and mentored 2 new employees in the past.
  • Collaborated with teams of 2 in the development of self-check out services
  • Was Top 1 cashier with Items Scanned Per Minute (ISM)

Timeline

Cashier

Tony's
06.2025 - 01.2026

Team Cook

KFC
02.2024 - 05.2025

Houseman

Hampton Inn
03.2022 - 03.2024

High school diploma - undefined

J Sterling Morton East High School

Associate of Arts -

Morton College
Christian J. Zavala