Gonzalo Aguilera

Worked as a forklift driver unloading the trailer coming in and organizing the boxes by orders with a scanner and sending them to the designated area. During the busy months we work at a fast pace and work at a percentage scale that I had to be above of every week, which was 90% and I constantly exceeded.

• Performed in-depth cleaning of all areas to remove dust and debris.
• Operated equipment and tools to safely remove asbestos.
• Used correct containment preparations and set up air filtration systems before beginning each job.
• Collected and sealed waste according to established procedures.
• Sliced and scraped asbestos to dislodge and shoveled into disposal bags.
• Encapsulated and repaired asbestos materials to protect occupants.
• Applied chemical solution spray on asbestos surfaces to soften.
• Eliminated safety hazards in loading and work areas, removed physical obstructions to truck access and identified slick or icy surfaces and precarious stacking or positioning.
• Headed loading and transportation of materials and hazardous waste.

• Counted cash on hand at shift change and closing to determine shortages or overages and prepare bank deposit statements.
• Supervised, motivated and led employees to maintain productivity and customer service levels.
• Coordinated daily shift changes to facilitate tasks and handle special needs or requests.
• Completed opening and closing duties to facilitate business operations.
• Managed and mentored 9 staff members.
• Established team goals, reviewed employee work and mentored team members to improve performance.

• Prepared serving and appetizer trays and setting tables in setup for events.
• Walked among tables and refilled water and beverage glasses or took orders for more drinks and food.
• Collected dishes promptly after each course, cleared crumbs and glassware, and maintained customer satisfaction.
• Carried appetizer and drink trays around events and maneuvered around guests and furniture without spilling.
• Verified food tray contents and transported each from kitchen to banquet hall.
• Prepared salads, appetizers and garnishes to assist kitchen staff.
• Updated customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
• Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
• Served plated dinners, oversaw buffet-style dinners and passed hors d'oeuvres for parties.
• Educated guests on meals during by answering questions and bringing special orders.

• Set tables before patients arrived to maintain meal plan productivity.
• Cleaned and maintained dining room during and after each meal service.
• Served specific meals to patients with special dietary needs.
• Received, stored and distributed food and supplies promptly, checking orders for accuracy.
• Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts.