CRISTIAN NIVAR
Austin,TX
Summary
Motivated and disciplined U.S. Navy veteran with experience in logistics, emergency response, and culinary operations aboard active-duty vessels. Proven ability to manage high-tempo responsibilities with precision, maintain strict safety and sanitation standards, and lead junior personnel in both routine and high-stress conditions. Seeking a position that leverages my operational readiness, leadership skills, and customer-focused mindset in dynamic environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Culinary Specialist (CS) / Damage Control Petty Officer
United States Navy
San Diego, USA
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Supervised and executed daily food preparation and galley operations for over 150 service members aboard ship, maintaining full compliance with Navy and FDA food safety regulations.
- Managed bulk food inventory, performed requisition of supplies, and reduced waste by optimizing portion control and storage systems, contributing to budget adherence and operational efficiency.
- Served as the ship's Damage Control Petty Officer (DCPO) for departmental zones, ensuring the readiness and integrity of critical systems including fire suppression, flooding countermeasures, watertight integrity, and damage control lockers.
- Conducted hands-on training and qualifications for junior sailors in shipboard firefighting, chemical/biological warfare defense (CBRND), emergency egress, and proper use of PPE.
- Led rapid-response drills simulating flooding, hull breach, and galley fires, enhancing team proficiency and decreasing response times under inspection standards.
- Maintained cleanliness inspections, deep cleaning rotations, and hazard mitigation protocols to meet NAVMED and NAVSEA compliance.
- Regularly operated kitchen and shipboard communication systems, contributing to real-time coordination during general quarters and emergency scenarios.
Customer Service Representative
Planet Fitness
San Diego, USA
01.2025
- Delivered high-touch customer service to guests and members, managing check-in, account support, and new membership enrollment.
- Answered inquiries via phone and in person, resolving member issues and routing escalated concerns to management as appropriate.
- Assisted in maintaining gym cleanliness, safety compliance, and front desk operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Murray Hill Academy
New YorkAdvanced Training -
United States Navy
Skills
- Customer Service
- Conflict Resolution
- Culinary Arts & Kitchen Management
- Food Safety & Sanitation (ServSafe Equivalent)
- Inventory & Supply Chain Oversight
- Emergency Preparedness
- Damage Control Procedures
- Preventative Maintenance Coordination
- Team Leadership
- Firefighting & Flooding Response
- Instruction & Training
- Time Management
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Timeline
Customer Service Representative
Planet Fitness
01.2025
Culinary Specialist (CS) / Damage Control Petty Officer
United States Navy
01.2020 - 01.2025
High School Diploma -
Murray Hill Academy
Advanced Training -
United States Navy