Arnoldo Garcia Jr
Rio Grande City
Summary
Management professional with track record of effective team leadership and operational oversight. Consistently achieves goals through collaborative efforts and adaptability to changing demands. Skilled in conflict resolution, process improvement, and fostering positive work environment.
Professional with strong background in leadership and team management. Proven track record in driving results and ensuring team collaboration. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and adapting to dynamic environments. Known for reliability, effective communication, and delivering high-quality outcomes.
Accomplished Assistant Manager with in-depth experience consistently rising through ranks. Well-versed in sales, personnel management, accounting and inventory management. Dedicated to complete knowledge of company products and services for optimized customer service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager
Oreilly Auto Pats
Rio Grande City, TX
12.2024 - Current
- Led team initiatives to improve operational efficiency and enhance employee engagement.
- Developed training programs to enhance staff skills and streamline onboarding processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align departmental goals with organizational objectives.
- Managed inventory systems, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely replenishment of supplies.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced operational costs and increased productivity.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
CHEF
Fish City Grill
San Antonio, TEXAS
10.2022 - 06.2024
- Maintained high levels of cleanliness and organization within the kitchen environment.
- Performed prep work such as chopping vegetables or marinating meats prior to service hours.
- Labeled and stored raw food ingredients in appropriate storage room, walk-in refrigerator, or freezer.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Improved food quality and consistency by creating new, diverse recipes.
- Developed recipes that were creative, innovative and visually appealing.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to develop new ideas for pairing dishes with wines, cocktails, and beers.
- Created lists for kitchen personnel for daily food preparation tasks.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, food storage and use of kitchen equipment and utensils.
- Adapted quickly when presented with changes in orders or unexpected requests from customers.
- Managed kitchen staff in order to ensure food safety standards were met at all times.
LINE COOK
Chilis
San Antonio, TEXAS
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, including all cooking surfaces, utensils, and equipment.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously without compromising product quality or service times.
- Adapted well under pressure in high volume environments while maintaining focus on quality execution.
- Worked with other members of the kitchen staff to ensure efficient service.
- Memorized restaurant recipes to accurately and quickly prepare dishes.
- Stocked and maintained prep stations to reduce wait times and shortages.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers to ensure timely delivery of orders.
- Opened or closed kitchen as dictated by department scheduling.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and efficiently during peak hours of operation.
- Proficiently operated various kitchen appliances such as grills, ovens, fryers and other equipment.
- Practiced safe food handling procedures in accordance with local health regulations.
- Utilized grills, fryers and ovens to heat food to appropriate serving temperatures.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items and ingredients to meet customer requests and dietary restrictions.
- Consistently maintained professional attitude when interacting with customers or team members.
BARISTA/ STOCKER
Dunkin Donuts / Baskin Robbins
Chicago, ILLINOIS
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Operated cash registers and handled cash and card transactions.
- Assisted with opening and closing tasks such as cleaning cafe areas or setting up displays.
- Showed aptitude in multitasking multiple orders at once while maintaining accuracy in product quality.
- Exhibited excellent communication skills while interacting with customers and coworkers in a professional manner.
- Welcomed customers and answered questions regarding menu items and preparation methods.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with customers and colleagues to create a positive customer experience.
- Performed cash handling duties accurately and efficiently to ensure accurate accounting records.
- Maintained clean and healthy environment by following proper safety and sanitation regulations.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness in the café area and equipment used for coffee preparation.
- Maintained an efficient workflow by restocking supplies as needed throughout the day.
- Presented and explained drink menu, answering questions to educate customers.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills when stocking inventory or prepping ingredients for drinks.
- Provided exceptional customer service by anticipating customer needs before they arise.
- Cleaned and restocked dining room and bar areas and performed dishwashing and sanitation tasks.
- Prepared teas, hot chocolate, and other non-coffee drinks for customers.
- Displayed proficiency in operating various types of brewing equipment such as grinders, blenders, and espresso machines.
Education
ASSOCIATES - BUSINESS
San Antonio college
San Antonio05.2025
BBA - Business Management
UTRGV
Edinburg, TX05-2027
Skills
- Productivity Optimization
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
- Supply Management
- Decision-Making
- Workflow Optimization
- Written Communication
- Customer service
- Money handling
- Team leadership
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Team motivation
- Staff training and development
- Staff supervision
- Task delegation
- Conflict resolution
- Project Management
- New Hire Training
- Professional Demeanor
- Hospitality service expertise
- Reliability
- Effective Communications
- Problem and Complaint Resolution
Certification
Food handlers licenses
LANGUAGES
Spanish Advanced
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Oreilly Auto Pats
12.2024 - Current
CHEF
Fish City Grill
10.2022 - 06.2024
LINE COOK
Chilis
08.2021 - 10.2022
BARISTA/ STOCKER
Dunkin Donuts / Baskin Robbins
08.2020 - 05.2021
ASSOCIATES - BUSINESS
San Antonio college
BBA - Business Management
UTRGV