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David Garces

San Jose,CA

Summary

Analytical professional with technical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in data-driven environments. Tackles challenges with positivity and drive to overcome. Works great alone or with others and consistently exceeds expectations. Versatile Business Operations Specialist with background in optimizing operational processes and implementing effective business solutions. Skilled in project management, strategic planning, and process improvement, consistently delivering results that drive efficiency and reduce costs. Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills contribute to successful project outcomes and positive impacts on overall business performance.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Shift Lead/Bartender/Trainer

Lazydog
Newark
01.2024 - Current
  • Supervised and led employees to maintain productivity and customer service levels.
  • Evaluated and performed equipment maintenance to support operational goals.
  • Implemented company policies consistently across all shifts.
  • Optimized waste management to increase profit margins.

Owner/General Manager

Virtues & Values
San Jose
01.2020 - Current
  • Collaborated with other owners on joint ventures and shared resources.
  • Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
  • Purchased goods from auctions and managed their resale both online and at flea markets.
  • Established a Limited Liability Company (LLC) to formalize business operations.
  • Acquired necessary equipment, from displays to transport vehicles, to support business operations.

Carpenter Apprentice/Translator and Interpreter

Silva Custom Construction
Gilroy
11.2020 - 05.2023
  • Facilitated effective communication by translating and interpreting for customers and coworkers.
  • Measure and mark cutting lines on materials using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
  • Install finished products such as cabinetry fixtures shelves and molding in homes offices stores restaurants.
  • Cut or shape wood, plastic, fiberglass, drywall, and other materials.
  • Covered subfloors with building paper and lay hardwood or parquet floors by nailing to subfloor or cementing to mastic base.
  • Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
  • Measured and marked cut lines on materials using ruler or marking gauge.
  • Fit and install trim items such as doors, windows, mantels cabinets and hardware.

After-School Tutor

Self Employed Services
Mexico, Mexico
09.2005 - 06.2011
  • Assessed students' progress through regular quizzes and feedback sessions.
  • Organized small group activities to engage students in collaborative learning experiences.
  • Reviewed class materials and discussed reading assignments, boosting comprehension.
  • Provided homework help and test preparation strategies to improve study habits and test-taking skills.
  • Addressed specific student needs through parent and teacher coordination.
  • Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
  • Built student self-confidence by working through stages of study concepts and using positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Worked closely with students to help develop math and essay writing skills.
  • Assisted with homework assignments as needed.

Substitute Teacher

Instituto Andersen
Mexico, Mexico
03.2008 - 12.2010
  • Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
  • Participated in staff meetings and professional development workshops.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies based on individual student needs.
  • Delivered comprehensive lessons in History of Philosophy, Spanish, Mathematics, Chemistry, and Physics to students from middle to high school levels.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Philosophy

Universidad Nacional Autonóma De México
México

Skills

  • Production leadership
  • Productivity monitoring
  • Workplace safety
  • Decision-making capacity
  • Rules enforcement
  • Staff supervision
  • Guest service
  • Team motivation
  • Quality control
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Knowledge sharing
  • Shift leadership

Affiliations

  • I love to work out consistently at the gym
  • The passion of learning is one of my biggest traits

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional

Accomplishments

  • i am currently the vice president of public relacionships at F.A.T. (Newark) Toastamasters International

Timeline

Shift Lead/Bartender/Trainer

Lazydog
01.2024 - Current

Carpenter Apprentice/Translator and Interpreter

Silva Custom Construction
11.2020 - 05.2023

Owner/General Manager

Virtues & Values
01.2020 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Instituto Andersen
03.2008 - 12.2010

After-School Tutor

Self Employed Services
09.2005 - 06.2011

Some College (No Degree) - Philosophy

Universidad Nacional Autonóma De México

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