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Alex Jelaca

Arlington Heights,IL

Summary

Highly-motivated employee who enjoys taking on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Doorman

Joe's Brewery
11.2023 - Current
  • Monitor and control building access, remaining vigilant of all activity within and nearby bar premises.
  • Provide friendly, welcoming assistance to all bar visitors, customers, and employees.
  • Review guest identification and employee credentials to authorize entry onto premises.
  • Patrol crowds during events to preserve order and promote security.
  • Identify suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
  • Quickly and professionally de-escalate and resolve potential conflicts.
  • Train new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
  • Submit reports every shift highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances, and critical incidents.

Bartender

Joe's Brewery
04.2023 - Current
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
  • Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
  • Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
  • Participated in promotional events, representing the establishment positively while showcasing signature cocktails.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
  • Consistently met or exceeded sales targets by upselling premium products without compromising guest satisfaction.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Barback

Joe's Brewery
04.2023 - 10.2023
  • Assisted with bussing tables and cleaning up spills.
  • Reduced waste by accurately measuring and portioning ingredients for mixed drinks.
  • Maintained cleanliness of all bar areas according to health department standards through diligent sanitation practices.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently stocking and organizing bar supplies and maintaining a clean workspace.
  • Addressed customer complaints and inquiries to verify satisfaction.
  • Increased teamwork among staff members by proactively offering assistance whenever needed or requested from coworkers or supervisors.
  • Provided attentive service and proactively assessed guest needs.
  • Assisted in setting up and breaking down bar area for special events.
  • Ensured smooth bar operations by promptly cleaning glassware and utensils, allowing bartenders to focus on serving customers.
  • Restocked glassware, cleaned tables and organized supplies to meet demanding trading periods throughout shift.
  • Transported dirty utensils, dishes, and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
  • Operated POS system to collect payments from customers.
  • Operated dishwashers and other kitchen equipment according to safety guidelines.
  • Maintained adequate levels of condiments and well-stocked drink stations to keep service flowing smoothly.
  • Delivered exceptional guest experiences through attentive service and quick response to issues.
  • Refined multitasking abilities under high-pressure situations during peak business hours, contributing to seamless operation flow.
  • Monitored food and beverage supplies, assisting with restocking when needed.

Security/Custodial

Joe's Brewery
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Fostered hygienic conditions in restrooms by regularly refilling soap dispensers, replenishing paper products, and sanitizing surfaces.
  • Reduced cross-contamination risks with diligent use of appropriate cleaning chemicals and techniques.
  • Contributed to a safer environment for staff and visitors by promptly addressing spills and hazards.
  • Preserved outdoor appearances by sweeping walkways, removing debris from entrances, and maintaining landscaping elements as necessary.
  • Enhanced cleanliness and sanitation by consistently performing thorough cleaning of assigned areas.

* Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

* Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.

* Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

* Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.

* Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

* Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Assistant Freshmen Football Coach

John Hersey High School
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Fostered a positive team environment with clear communication, goal setting, and motivational strategies.
  • Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
  • Cultivated discipline on the field through strict adherence to rules and regulations, minimizing penalties during games due to mental errors or poor judgment calls.
  • Analyzed game footage, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting coaching strategies accordingly.
  • Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
  • Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
  • Maximized defensive effectiveness by teaching advanced techniques such as zone coverage schemes and blitz packages.
  • Provided constructive feedback during one-on-one sessions with players, resulting in noticeable improvements in technique and confidence.
  • Modeled strong leadership qualities both on and off the field while serving as a mentor to younger coaches within the program.
  • Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
  • Assisted head coach in managing daily practices, focusing on skill development and teamwork for improved results on the field.
  • Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.

Fulfillment Specialist

Target
05.2020 - Current
  • Engage in daily operations of branch, order fulfillment and customer service
  • Fulfill orders quickly to accomplish challenging daily objectives
  • Take custom orders from clients and provide accurate quotes
  • Pick products from designated locations using various tools and transfer to appropriate areas for further processing
  • Complete shipping paperwork, attach appropriate labels and scan barcodes for tracking
  • Achieve productivity and accuracy standards to meet company guidelines
  • Move heavy objects using proper lifting techniques to avoid personal injuries
  • Proactively approach customers to offer assistance and answer any questions
  • Help with POS check-out activities as needed

Education

Bachelor of Science - College of ACES

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign (UIUC)
Champaign, IL
05.2026

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Order Fulfillment
  • Shipping Oversight
  • Security Enforcement
  • Event Planning & Promotion
  • Moderate fluency in Spanish
  • Pattern Recognition
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Keen observer
  • Security operations experience
  • Crisis Management Plans
  • Team Leadership
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Supply Inventory Management
  • Computer Skills
  • Task Delegation
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Social Media Management
  • Event Budgeting

Activities

Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity, Champaign, IL, Member since Fall 2022, Elected by members to be Social and Recruitment Chair, Responsible for planning, promoting, and managing all aspects of multiple 200+ guest cross-campus social events, Directed and actively engaged in recruitment of new members for Spring 2023, resulting in one of the largest pledge classes in the fraternity's history at UIUC

Affiliations

  • Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Head Doorman

Joe's Brewery
11.2023 - Current

Assistant Freshmen Football Coach

John Hersey High School
06.2023 - 08.2023

Bartender

Joe's Brewery
04.2023 - Current

Barback

Joe's Brewery
04.2023 - 10.2023

Security/Custodial

Joe's Brewery
01.2023 - 05.2023

Fulfillment Specialist

Target
05.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Science - College of ACES

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign (UIUC)
Alex Jelaca