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Resume

Luis Rojas
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Summary
Enthusiastic nutrition graduate with extensive volunteer and job experience in customer service and the food service industry. Knowledgeable about kitchen operations and the nutritional approach to improve well-being and combat chronic disease. Superb communication skills that allow for establishing rapport with both customers and team members. Determined to expand knowledge and focused on achieving goals through realistic action steps. Fluent in both English and Spanish with a commitment to continued learning.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Science
California State University, Los Angeles, CA
Completion of Didactic Program in Dietetics

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Community Outreach
Adventist Health White Memorial, Los Angeles, CA- February 2018-May 2018
L.A. Mission, Los Angeles, CA- August 2017-December 2017
? Collected clinical data and measurements of participants enrolled in the Healthy Eating and Lifestyle Program.
? Provided health and nutrition education to help children and their parents adopt healthier eating habits and increase physical activity.
? Successfully improved the food choices and BMI of participants in the H.E.L.P program.
? Reduced food insecurity by preparing and serving hundreds of meals for homeless populations and other at-risk groups.

WORK EXPERIENCE
Customer Service and Sales
Urban Imports, Downey, CA-February 2020-Current
The Vitamin Shoppe, Downey, CA- January 2019-February 2020
1-800-Flowers, Alhambra, CA- May 2017-August 2017
? Educated customers on vitamins, supplements, and life-style habits that can help them with meeting their health goals.
? Demonstrated nutrition expertise by running healthier lifestyle events where customers are provided with healthier alternatives for commonly consumed foods.
? Displayed exceptional customer service skills by greeting and treating all customers with respect and listening to their concerns.

Foodservice
Carl’s Jr., Santa Fe Springs, CA- May 2017-June 2018
? Demonstrated knowledge of food safety guidelines to receive an A rating from the Department of Public Health and meet the quality assurance standards of the restaurant.
? Followed HAACP standards to prioritize food safety and prevent the spread of disease.