Alvaro Salazar
Brooklyn
Summary
Skillful Oyster Shucker with wide-ranging experience in seafood processing. Strengths include precise shucking, proper handling and storage of oysters, and maintaining clean, safe working conditions. Contributed to improved efficiency and quality control in previous roles. Demonstrated skills in customer engagement, teamwork, and time management due to background in fast-paced food service environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Oyster Shucker
Paris Bar
Manhattan
12.2024 - Current
- Shucked oysters quickly and efficiently for high-volume service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of oyster shucking station.
- Selected fresh oysters based on quality and size for customer orders.
- Prepared garnishes and accompaniments to enhance oyster presentation.
- Assisted in training new staff on oyster shucking techniques and safety practices.
- Sorted, stored and rotated oyster inventory in the refrigerator.
- Inspected equipment used to open oysters for safety and sanitation purposes.
- Organized and labeled containers of freshly shucked oysters for sale.
- Performed regular cleaning and maintenance on machinery used to open oysters.
- Cleaned, opened and shucked oysters according to customer orders.
- For now I work only 3 day night shift ( Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday)
Oyster Shucker
Lure Fishbar
Manhattan
08.2022 - 06.2025
- Shucked oysters quickly and efficiently for high-volume service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of oyster shucking station.
- Selected fresh oysters based on quality and size for customer orders.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of seafood dishes.
- Prepared garnishes and accompaniments to enhance oyster presentation.
- Assisted in training new staff on oyster shucking techniques and safety practices.
- Monitored inventory levels of oysters and related supplies for reordering needs.
- Sorted, stored and rotated oyster inventory in the refrigerator.
- Discarded any damaged or spoiled shellfish before they reached customers.
- Demonstrated knowledge of different types of shellfish available for purchase.
- Inspected equipment used to open oysters for safety and sanitation purposes.
- Restocked shelves with fresh batches of shucked oysters as needed.
- Organized and labeled containers of freshly shucked oysters for sale.
- Maintained a clean work area by disposing of shells properly.
- Performed regular cleaning and maintenance on machinery used to open oysters.
- Cleaned, opened and shucked oysters according to customer orders.
- Trained new employees on proper shucking techniques and safety protocols.
Oyster Shucker
La Grand Boucheri
Manhattan
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Shucked oysters quickly and efficiently for high-volume service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of oyster shucking station.
- Selected fresh oysters based on quality and size for customer orders.
- Assisted in training new staff on oyster shucking techniques and safety practices.
- Sorted, stored and rotated oyster inventory in the refrigerator.
- Demonstrated knowledge of different types of shellfish available for purchase.
Oyster Shucker
Balthazar
Manhattan
04.2015 - 12.2020
- Shucked oysters quickly and efficiently for high-volume service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of oyster shucking station.
- Selected fresh oysters based on quality and size for customer orders.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of seafood dishes.
- Sorted, stored and rotated oyster inventory in the refrigerator.
- Discarded any damaged or spoiled shellfish before they reached customers.
Oyster Shucker
Lure Fishbar
Manhattan
10.2012 - 03.2015
- Developed and cooked sauces tailored for oyster preparation.
- I'm responsible for my job
Education
High School Diploma -
NEW UTRECHT HIGH SCHOOL
Brooklyn, NY07-2011
Some College (No Degree) - Computer and Information Systems
BROUGH MANHATTAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Manhattan, New YorkSkills
- Responsable
- Like to learn new things
- Follow orders
- Keep the station clean and organize
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration
- Employee training
- Sanitation practices
- Reliability and punctuality
- Cleanliness and sanitation
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Oyster Shucker
Paris Bar
12.2024 - Current
Oyster Shucker
Lure Fishbar
08.2022 - 06.2025
Oyster Shucker
La Grand Boucheri
11.2021 - 08.2022
Oyster Shucker
Balthazar
04.2015 - 12.2020
Oyster Shucker
Lure Fishbar
10.2012 - 03.2015
High School Diploma -
NEW UTRECHT HIGH SCHOOL
Some College (No Degree) - Computer and Information Systems
BROUGH MANHATTAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE