Cesar Eliseo Castaneda Leyva
San Diego, CA
Summary
Experience in costumer service and also leading sales strategies. Offering 9 years of experience, which has given me communication skills and providing quality of service to costumers focused on the field of Fashion, Food and Hotel.
Always keeping my values above any circumstance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Kitchen Manager
Lola 55
San Diego
04.2025 - 01.2026
- Maintained cleanliness, organization, storage, and sanitation of food and beverage products, ensuring high quality standards.
- Trained staff on food safety and proper cooking techniques.
- Developed menus emphasizing quality, creativity, and cost-effectiveness, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Motivated kitchen staff by setting clear goals, fostering a culture of productivity and quality.
Retail Sales Associate
Calvin Klein
San Diego
06.2023 - 02.2025
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient store operations and enhance customer experience.
- Assisted customers with finding the right product for their needs.
- Organized and restocked sales floor to maintain a visually appealing environment.
Cook's Assistant
Rubio´s
San Diego
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted in meal preparation by chopping vegetables and assembling ingredients.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen areas, including washing dishes and sanitizing surfaces.
- Followed safety procedures to handle food safely and prevent cross-contamination.
- Learned new recipes and techniques to enhance cooking skills within the team environment.
Sales Associate
H§M
San Diego
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Knowledge of how to use RFID procedures
Convention Staff Member
Hotel Del Coronado
San Diego
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Served guests with enthusiastic, helpful demeanor to promote positive, memorable experiences.
- Organized materials, cleaned facilities and set up equipment to prepare for events.
- Set up and tore down equipment for large scale events, conferences and graduations.
Sales Associate
Hugo Boss
San Diego
10.2017 - 02.2018
- Assisted customers in selecting merchandise and provided product knowledge.
- Adapted sales strategies based on customer interactions and feedback to improve results.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
Education
High School Diploma -
Montgomery High School
San Diego, CA06-2016
Nutrition
Universidad Autonoma De Durango
Tijuana,BCSkills
- Sales expertise
- Teamwork
- Accurate money handling
- Inventory management
- Cash register operation
- Bilingual skills
- Stress management in complex situations
- Great communication with costumers
- Fast learning
- Troubleshooting
- Patience
Languages
Spanish
Native
Native
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Affiliations
play piano and guitar
Timeline
Lead Kitchen Manager
Lola 55
04.2025 - 01.2026
Retail Sales Associate
Calvin Klein
06.2023 - 02.2025
Cook's Assistant
Rubio´s
03.2023 - 08.2023
Sales Associate
H§M
09.2022 - 02.2023
Convention Staff Member
Hotel Del Coronado
03.2022 - 09.2022
Sales Associate
Hugo Boss
10.2017 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
Montgomery High School
Nutrition
Universidad Autonoma De Durango