Alejandro De Leon
Laredo,TX
Summary
Born and raised in Laredo, Tx. Hard working driven to do my best in any obstacles thrown at me.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
House Of Whiskey
06.2020 - Current
- Increased revenue through upselling premium whiskeys during tastings and consultations.
- Maintained strong relationships with key industry contacts to stay informed about market trends and new product releases.
- Assisted in menu development by suggesting innovative whiskey pairings with food items, creating a memorable dining experience for guests.
- Promoted responsible consumption habits among patrons through thoughtful suggestions of alternative options or lighter pours as appropriate.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
Barista
Starbucks
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
Traffic Controller
Devil Dogs Construction
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Communicated with team members using hand signals and radios.
- Partnered with crew members to use stop and slow paddles for multi-directional traffic control.
- Assembled signs and cones to direct traffic through construction sites.
- Routed traffic around construction sites for worker and driver safety.
- Placed cones, signs and barrels to keep vehicles out of dangerous spaces.
- Directed traffic in construction sites to maintain safe conditions for workers and motorists.
- Maintained a safe work environment for construction crews by implementing appropriate traffic control measures during projects.
- Worked with foreman to create effective temporary traffic control schemes.
- Stood for [Number] hours with "Stop/Slow" paddle directing traffic.
Education
High School Diploma -
J.W Nixon High School
Laredo, TX05.2022
Skills
- Strong multitasking
- Customer Service
- Highly reliable
- Team player attitude
- Patience and Tolerance
- Outgoing Personality
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Memory retention
- Professional Appearance
- Team training and development
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Traffic Controller
Devil Dogs Construction
10.2022 - 04.2024
Barista
Starbucks
11.2021 - 05.2022
Bartender
House Of Whiskey
06.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
J.W Nixon High School