Carlos Contreras
Thousand Oaks,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Pick up Installer
California Designer Choice
Camarillo, CA
08.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with contractors and other tradespeople on larger jobsites.
- Utilized power drills and saws to cut out openings for sinks or dishwashers when needed.
- Worked efficiently under tight deadlines without compromising quality of workmanship.
- Measured, cut, and installed baseboards, crown molding, and other trim pieces to complete cabinet installations.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
- Cleaned up work area once finished with project.
- Completed work quickly and helped team members in order to achieve deadlines and satisfy customers.
- Transported materials from suppliers' warehouses to job sites safely.
- Maintained tools in good working condition; sharpening blades as needed.
- Reviewed work to check compliance with design specifications and quality requirements.
- Inspected completed installations for accuracy before leaving job site.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Kept worksites organized, clean and free of safety hazards.
Su-Chef/ Bar Back
Tipsy Goat
Thousand Oaks, CA
02.2015 - 11.2018
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Monitored food products, driving quality, freshness and integrity.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
- Took food and drinks to bar and table customers.
Prep Cook/Crew Trainer
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
Thousand Oaks, CA
07.2011 - 08.2015
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Trained new employees on proper techniques of preparing meals safely.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Utilized excellent knife skills to chop and slice vegetables and carve and grind meats and cheeses.
- Assisted in serving meals to customers as needed.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Cooked meats, fish, poultry or other foods using various methods such as baking, frying or grilling.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
Retail Sales Associate
Burlington Coat Factory
Thousand Oaks, CA
08.2008 - 12.2011
- Operated cash register, scanned items, bagged merchandise and properly handled methods of payment to facilitate accurate sales transactions.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate footwear for various occasions.
- Promoted welcoming environment by acknowledging customer and engaging in conversation to identify footwear needs.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Trained new staff on customer service techniques, product knowledge, and store policies.
- Coordinated promotional events such as special discounts or giveaways.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Back House/BOH Trainer
Corner Bakery Cafe
Westlake Village, CA
11.2009 - 07.2011
- Collaborated with other departments within the restaurant, such as front of house staff and managers, to ensure consistency across all operations.
- Obtained and organized manuals, guides and visual materials for development and training purposes.
- Evaluated modes of training delivery to optimize training effectiveness, training costs or environmental impacts.
- Monitored daily production processes to identify areas where additional training may be needed.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Sanitized kitchen counters and preparation areas to prevent foodborne illness and cross-contamination.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Labor CSR
CCM Tree Service
Thousand Oaks, CA
07.2005 - 06.2008
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed at all times.
- Collected debris from trimmed and pruned trees to clean up work sites.
- Helped load logs onto trucks for delivery or disposal purposes.
- Trimmed dead and excess branches from trees and cleared branches around power lines.
- Maintained grounds and trees by pruning, trimming, removing dead branches, and fertilizing.
- Assisted in the removal of trees using chainsaws, pole saws, and other tools.
- Set up safety barriers around work areas for protection of personnel and property.
- Installed braces, cables and stakes to support tree growth.
- Performed routine maintenance of irrigation systems including repairs when needed.
- Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
- Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
- Communicated effectively with clients about project progress updates or changes required.
Education
High School Diploma -
Conejo Valley High School
Thousand Oaks, CA06-2004
Moorpark College
Moorpark, CASkills
- Attention to Detail
- Taking Precise Measurements
- Customer Service
- Equipment Operation
- Positive Attitude
- Customer Satisfaction
- Professional Appearance
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pick up Installer
California Designer Choice
08.2016 - Current
Su-Chef/ Bar Back
Tipsy Goat
02.2015 - 11.2018
Prep Cook/Crew Trainer
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
07.2011 - 08.2015
Back House/BOH Trainer
Corner Bakery Cafe
11.2009 - 07.2011
Retail Sales Associate
Burlington Coat Factory
08.2008 - 12.2011
Labor CSR
CCM Tree Service
07.2005 - 06.2008
High School Diploma -
Conejo Valley High School
Moorpark College
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