Alex Garcia
Land O Lakes,FL
Summary
Dynamic and versatile professional with extensive experience in sales, finance, electrical engineering, and operational management. Proven ability to foster teamwork and inspire leadership, driving exceptional results in diverse environments. Committed to leveraging a multifaceted skill set to contribute effectively to organizational success. Passionate about continuous improvement, efficiency and innovation in all aspects of work.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Brewmaster
Mad Beach Craft Brewing and Sesh Brewing
11.2014 - Current
- Manage upkeep of high voltage and wattage electric style brewery machinery as well as comprehensive draft equipment, encompassing glycol chillers, solenoids, and low voltage wiring.
- Engineered innovative cost-reduction methods for beer production exceeding national profit margins while consistently securing awards in every competition.
- Orchestrate strict CIP practices to ensure sanitation, equipment maintenance and passivization.
- Oversee inventory management of raw materials, labor cost, and optimized production scheduling.
- Managed all brewing and fermentation processes to ensure product quality and consistency from grain to glass
- Created standard operating procedures, conducted staff training, and supervised employees to uphold OSHA compliance
- Financial management of all brewery operation costs, COGS, taxes, and labor.
Sales Account Manager
Brown Distributing
11.2012 - 11.2014
- Direct team of sales assistants and train new account managers.
- Create and coordinate events with supplier representatives, co-employees, retail accounts, and local organizations/clubs.
- Facilitate contractual agreements with new suppliers within territory to expand product portfolio.
- Secure monthly performance incentives as principal revenue source
- Formulated trusted relationships with suppliers, co-employees, clients, and even competitors.
- Transport products directly to accounts, enhancing sales when other distributors encountered delivery issues.
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Ceviche Tapas
01.2009 - 05.2012
- Assisted in daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely meal preparation.
- Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff on culinary techniques and safety standards.
- Assisted in menu development by researching Spain's culinary traditions, trends, and customer preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workspaces.
- Monitored food quality standards and ensured compliance with health regulations.
- Facilitated smooth kitchen operations by stepping into various roles and managing staff in absence of upper management, ensuring continuity.
- Collaborated with event coordinator on large events and specialized food offerings, conducting cost analysis to optimize event success.
Education
Master Draught - Concise Course in Brewing Technology
Siebel Institute of Technology
Chicago, IL08-2019
Bachelor of Science - Finance And Electrical Engineering
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL08-2012
Skills
- Sales account management
- Standard operating procedure development
- Equipment maintenance and sanitation
- Inventory management and production planning
- Cost reduction methods and financial reporting
- Leadership, training and team management
- Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-garcia-521900406/
Timeline
Brewmaster
Mad Beach Craft Brewing and Sesh Brewing
11.2014 - Current
Sales Account Manager
Brown Distributing
11.2012 - 11.2014
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Ceviche Tapas
01.2009 - 05.2012
Master Draught - Concise Course in Brewing Technology
Siebel Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Finance And Electrical Engineering
University of Central Florida