DESMOND PONCE
Kansas City
Summary
Responsible of being a janitor or utilities mad proficient in multitasking and endurance. Passionate and motivated, with a drive for excellence. 2 years in Janitorial and utilities positions.
Diligent [Desired Position] with strong background in providing compassionate care and maintaining safe environments. Successfully managed daily responsibilities and improved quality of life for individuals under care. Demonstrated effective communication and problem-solving skills in various caregiving scenarios.
Professional caretaker with proven history of delivering high-quality care and support. Skilled in creating safe and nurturing environment, ensuring well-being of those under care. Team-oriented with strong commitment to achieving positive outcomes and adapting to changing needs. Reliable and skilled in time management and interpersonal communication.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Caretaker
Whole Person
3710 MAIN ST, KANSAS CITY, MO
04.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate support to individuals with disabilities, ensuring comfort and well-being.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment through regular sanitation practices and inspections.
- I'm basically a caretaker for my uncle I make sure that he is fed clothed his clothes are wash he has his medicine and everything else he needs to live and be comfortable Help them workout if needed
Sales Representative
Cutco Cutlery
Kansas City MO
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Developed product knowledge to effectively communicate features and benefits to potential customers.
- Conducted in-home demonstrations to showcase cutlery products and enhance customer engagement.
- Managed customer inquiries, providing timely responses to ensure satisfaction and retention.
- Collaborated with team members to strategize sales techniques for improved performance.
- I went to different people's houses and showed them the cutlery products and show them the quality and went through the script that I was taught. Made a few sales
Breadstarter
Jimmy John's
923 Broadway Blvd Kansas City MO 64105
04.2021 - 09.2023
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Being the Brad starter was basically the head chef in a way of making the sandwiches I'll make sure everybody would get the correct proportions and make sure the sandwich made right to the order If I wasn't making the sandwiches I was cleaning the front of the house or the back of the house running drive through register or the front register washing dishes or getting ingredients ready for the next day or the next week was a manager for a little bit although it wasn't completely official I was doing manager tasks
Landscaper
Quentin's Lawn Service
Kansas City MO
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Operated landscaping equipment including mowers and trimmers to maintain residential and commercial properties.
- Implemented effective planting techniques to enhance soil health and promote plant growth.
- Executed landscape design plans, ensuring adherence to client specifications and aesthetic goals.
- Collaborated with team members to execute large-scale landscaping projects on schedule and within budget.
- I was taught how to use a lawn mower a weed eater a blower depending on what was going on a chainsaw our cut line move sticks maintain whatever yard we were cutting that day or yards depending on if it was a lot of yards or just one big one
Mover
SUPERIOR MOVING & STORAGE
Kansas City, MO
01.2018 - 03.2018
- My job description was for me tables chairs counters anything the client wanted us to move out of the room or office they have us go to
Janitor
ISS facilities
Kansas City, Missouri
06.2017 - 08.2017
- I was in charge of cleaning the Diamond Club area where I had to vacuum rugs and wipe tables chairs and windows off and mop the fell
Utilities
Burnt ends BBQ
Kansas City, Missouri
04.2016 - 03.2017
- The requirements I had to do for being at utilities was to make sure everything stayed maintained and cleaned I had to continue sweeping floors and at the end of the day I moped all the floors front and back of the house I've wash dishes I've helped with prep work I've done line work before from refilling the line to maintaining the line.
Education
GED -
Job Corps
Kansas City, Missouri05-2017
Skills
- I can Lyft 50 to 70 lb
- I can stand on my feet for 8 hours with no problem
- I work the best to my ability
- I have experience in janitorial work
- I have experience in Food Service
- I am reliable to come in to work when I am scheduled
- I do my best to help someone if they need help
- I'm not ashamed to ask questions or for help if I don't understand something
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving
- Meal preparation
- Safety awareness
- Personal care
- Housekeeping tasks
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sales Representative
Cutco Cutlery
01.2025 - 03.2025
Caretaker
Whole Person
04.2024 - Current
Breadstarter
Jimmy John's
04.2021 - 09.2023
Landscaper
Quentin's Lawn Service
05.2019 - 09.2019
Mover
SUPERIOR MOVING & STORAGE
01.2018 - 03.2018
Janitor
ISS facilities
06.2017 - 08.2017
Utilities
Burnt ends BBQ
04.2016 - 03.2017
GED -
Job Corps