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- Participating in local clean-up initiatives
- Community Cleanup
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- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Gardening
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
- Gym Workouts
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
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Benchly Buccat
Elmhurst,NY
Summary
Adept at enhancing operational efficiency and safety, my tenure at the US Navy showcases a strong blend of technical prowess in metal fabrication and a commitment to workplace safety. Demonstrating integrity and self-discipline, I've significantly contributed to mission readiness and crew safety, leveraging skills in power tool operation and safety awareness.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hull Maintenance Technician
US Navy
Guam
07.2020 - Current
- Enhanced crew safety, performing regular checks on firefighting equipment and participating in emergency drills.
- Extended the lifespan of vessels through dedicated preservation efforts including cleaning surfaces, removing rust, applying primer coats, or installing insulation.
- Maintained safety standards by ensuring proper usage of personal protective equipment and adherence to relevant guidelines.
- Supported mission readiness with fabrication or modification of essential components using metalworking tools such as grinders, saws, and lathes.
- Increased operational efficiency by performing welding, brazing, and cutting tasks on various materials for ship repair.
- Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.
- Managed maintenance activities, supervised staff, and inspected equipment.
Concession Associate
Statue Cruises
Jersey City, NY
12.2019 - 02.2020
- Prepared quality concession food items while adhering to food safety standards and protocols.
- Adhered to proper food handling techniques to maintain the highest level of sanitation within the concessions area.
- Operated cash registers accurately, handling cash transactions and balancing end-of-shift reports.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate service during busy concession stand periods.
- Maintained cleanliness of the concessions area, adhering to strict health and safety guidelines.
- Maximized efficiency in task completion by utilizing downtime for restocking supplies, cleaning work areas, and prepping food items.
- Used cash register to tender change and process cash and credit card payments.
- Consistently provided friendly service to promote better customer engagement.
- Maintained clean, organized workspace according to operational standards.
- Served drinks and snacks to patrons, maintaining professionalism, and supporting individual needs.
- Handled cash and processed payments, sorting bills, and maintaining records of transactions.
- Responded to customer complaints to help resolve issues.
- Maintained high standards of customer service in high-volume, fast-paced operations.
- Communicated stand offerings and answered guest questions regarding orders.
- Maintained clean and tidy service area by scrubbing and polishing counters, steaming tables and cleaning glasses and dishes.
- Prepped food items for later use to save staff time during busy hours.
- Cooked and packaged large batches of food prepared to order or kept hot until needed.
- Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
- Performed serving, cleaning and stocking to high standards and provided excellent customer satisfaction.
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Properly labeled and stored food and fresh ingredients in cooler or freezer to optimize freshness.
Home Health Aide
Philippians Staffing Services
Whitestone, NY
09.2017 - 12.2019
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques in order to provide seamless continuity of care between shifts or visits.
Warehouse Assistant
Motivic INC.,
New York, NY
01.2014 - 03.2017
- Loaded and unloaded delivery trucks promptly for further distribution.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Packaged and shipped orders accurately to promote safe and quick delivery to customers.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and regularly inspecting warehouse equipment.
- Assisted with stock takes and cycle counts to promote accurate inventory processes.
- Received and processed incoming stock to keep inventory levels accurate and up-to-date.
- Trained new hires on warehouse equipment usage improving their productivity contributing towards the company goals.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
Crew Member
Dunkin Donuts & Baskin Robbins
Elmhurst, NY
01.2013 - 11.2013
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the register.
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns or issues promptly and professionally.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Assisted other team members to achieve goals.
- Maintained high-quality food preparation standards, adhering to company guidelines for safety and cleanliness.
- Trained new team members on procedures, customer service, and sales techniques.
- Operated cash register to ring up final bill and process various forms of payment.
- Assisted in reducing wait times by efficiently managing customer queues during peak hours.
- Stocked shelves to organize aisles in assigned department.
- Ensured proper food storage protocols were followed, contributing to improved food safety measures within the establishment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Calasiao Comprehensive National High School
Pangasinan, Philippines05-2011
Skills
- Maintaining workplace safety
- Power tool operation
- Patient care
- Maintaining cleanliness
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Self-discipline
- Food safety
- Metal fabrication
- Food preparation
- Flexible schedule
- Transport Operations
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Cash handling proficiency
- Shipping and packaging
- Integrity and honesty
- Heavy lifting
- Safety awareness
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 12 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved personal goals by completing all the tasks on time with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
Plumber
Sheet Metal Fabricator
USO volunteer
- Welcoming guests and new recruits
- Serving snacks and drinks
- Distributing care packages
- Providing local information
- Greeting troops returning from deployment
- Working the front desk
- Helping at special events
Interests
Timeline
Hull Maintenance Technician
US Navy
07.2020 - Current
Concession Associate
Statue Cruises
12.2019 - 02.2020
Home Health Aide
Philippians Staffing Services
09.2017 - 12.2019
Warehouse Assistant
Motivic INC.,
01.2014 - 03.2017
Crew Member
Dunkin Donuts & Baskin Robbins
01.2013 - 11.2013
High School Diploma -
Calasiao Comprehensive National High School