Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
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Destry Sotelo

Midland

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Department Supervisor

Home Depot
Midland
12.2022 - Current
  • Managed inventory levels of supplies required for daily operations.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring support to team members.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Established goals for each team member and monitored progress towards those objectives.
  • Participated in weekly meetings with senior leadership teams to discuss progress.
  • Analyzed data to identify areas of improvement within the department.
  • Trained employees on new processes or procedures as needed.
  • Conducted performance reviews for staff members.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations across the department.
  • Investigated potential problems or discrepancies reported by team members.
  • Maintained inventory accuracy by counting stock-on-hand and reconciling discrepancies.
  • Mentored employees in management of complicated sales, complex issues and difficult customers.
  • Supervised departmental employees, delegating with tasks and responsibilities.
  • Addressed employee issues and conflicts to provide input, feedback, and coaching.
  • Monitored sales performance through analysis of sales reports and comparison shopping.
  • Trained and mentored new associates on department policies and procedures.
  • Balanced workloads to meet targets without overtaxing employees.

Millwork Sales Specialist

Home Depot
Midland
10.2021 - 12.2022
  • Maintained records of all transactions related to sales activities along with relevant documents.
  • Prepared proposals outlining cost estimates for custom-made millworks requested by clients.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations when handling hazardous materials or equipment.
  • Advised customers on the best millwork solutions for their applications based on budget and aesthetic requirements.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase market share by targeting new customers.
  • Provided technical expertise on the use of millwork materials for interior design projects.
  • Created and maintained customer accounts, including tracking of sales activities, order information, and customer contacts.
  • Conducted regular surveys to understand customer satisfaction levels with existing products and services offered by the company.
  • Responded promptly to customer queries regarding product specifications or ordering issues.
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge of millwork product lines, pricing structure, and other related services.
  • Analyzed trends in customer preferences for various millwork products and services.

Electrical Associate

Home Depot
Midland
12.2020 - 10.2021
  • Provided technical advice to customers regarding installation and repair of electrical systems.
  • Frequently worked overtime, weekends and holidays.
  • Established outstanding relationships with electricians and consumers.

Order Fulfillment Associate

Home Depot
Midland
08.2020 - 12.2020
  • Maintained accurate records of orders, shipments, and inventory.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations while handling hazardous materials.
  • Processed customer orders with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
  • Utilized barcode scanners to track all merchandise movements accurately.
  • Resolved customer inquiries regarding order status and delivery.
  • Operated forklift, pallet jack, or other equipment as needed.
  • Monitored stock levels and communicated needs for replenishment to management.
  • Adhered strictly to departmental policies and procedures at all times.
  • Organized warehouse shelves and bins in an orderly fashion.
  • Adhered to company and operational procedures when using heavy equipment, forklifts, pallet runners, pallet jacks and palletizers.
  • Assisted in training new warehouse employees.
  • Picked up heavy objects using proper lifting techniques to avoid personal injuries.
  • Weighed and measured products and materials to meet regulatory requirements.
  • Picked products from designated locations using various tools and transferred to appropriate areas for further processing.

Parking Cashier

Midland International Air & Space Port
Midland
05.2018 - 07.2020
  • Verified license plates with registered tickets for validation purposes.
  • Maintained accurate records of all daily transactions.
  • Communicated effectively with colleagues to provide an efficient parking service for guests.
  • Adhered strictly to company policy guidelines when dealing with customers.
  • Inspected vehicles exiting the garage to verify that they had valid tickets or passes.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills to resolve customer issues efficiently.
  • Provided courteous customer service while resolving customer complaints or concerns.
  • Greeted customers and provided assistance to ensure smooth parking transactions.
  • Performed regular maintenance checks on ticket machines and other equipment used in the garage area.
  • Assisted customers with payment processing using cash, credit cards, or gift cards.
  • Followed safety protocols when handling cash and operating machinery such as ticket machines.
  • Ensured the security of all cash in the register drawer at all times.
  • Kept up-to-date on changes in rates, rules, regulations, services. related to parking facilities.
  • Monitored parking lot traffic and directed patrons to open spots as needed.
  • Processed payments and issued receipts for vehicle parking fees.
  • Answered questions from customers regarding parking regulations and policies.
  • Assisted with opening and closing procedures including counting money, balancing registers.

Cook Shift Leader

Toros Cafe
Midland
06.2016 - 05.2018
  • Assisted in developing new menu items based on customer feedback.
  • Coordinated with other departments such as front-of-house or catering services when needed.
  • Enforced sanitation policies and procedures throughout the kitchen area.
  • Developed strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency within the kitchen.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu items, ingredients, and recipes.
  • Ensured kitchen staff followed health and safety regulations.
  • Reviewed food orders to verify accuracy before they were sent out.
  • Supervised all aspects of the kitchen operations including inventory control and ordering of supplies.
  • Trained new cooks on proper food handling techniques.
  • Performed regular inventory checks to ensure adequate stock levels were maintained.
  • Organized the work area for efficient functioning during shifts.
  • Provided direction to kitchen staff regarding food preparation, cooking times, portion sizes, and presentation of dishes.
  • Monitored food preparation to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Inspected equipment and ensured it was properly maintained by kitchen staff.
  • Cut, chopped and sliced meat and produce to prepare for cooking.

Produce Clerk

Albertsons
Midland
09.2015 - 11.2016
  • Cleaned work areas throughout shift to maintain sanitation standards.
  • Stayed up-to-date on new products offered in the department.
  • Organized displays of fresh fruits and vegetables in the store.
  • Rotated produce items to ensure freshness.
  • Followed proper receiving procedures for perishable items.
  • Maintained cleanliness of department while adhering to health code regulations.
  • Followed established food safety guidelines when handling perishables such as fruits and vegetables.
  • Checked for quality, ripeness, and overall condition of products before stocking shelves.
  • Received and stocked incoming produce shipments.
  • Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries.
  • Provided excellent customer service by greeting each customer promptly.
  • Assisted customers with product selection and answered questions regarding nutritional value or storage tips.
  • Replenished display cases as necessary throughout the day.
  • Built displays and arranged department products to create attractive presentations, highlighting featured and seasonal items.
  • Stocked, rotated and faced products with attention to product quality and expiration dates.
  • Opened boxes and stocked products in appropriate sections.
  • Demonstrated familiarity with department products to help customers in selecting items.
  • Monitored work environment to maintain safety, cleanliness and organization.
  • Rotated stock to maintain freshness.

Education

High School Diploma -

Colemen High
Midland, TX
05-2015

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Data analysis
  • Sales performance monitoring
  • Safety compliance
  • Technical advising
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Effective communication
  • Employee training
  • Team supervision
  • Leadership development
  • Goal setting
  • Leadership skills
  • Workplace safety
  • Workflow optimization
  • Staff supervision
  • Sales growth
  • Process and procedure development
  • Multi-tasking mastery
  • Problem-solving
  • Stock management
  • Strategies and goals
  • Department inspection
  • Task delegation

Timeline

Department Supervisor

Home Depot
12.2022 - Current

Millwork Sales Specialist

Home Depot
10.2021 - 12.2022

Electrical Associate

Home Depot
12.2020 - 10.2021

Order Fulfillment Associate

Home Depot
08.2020 - 12.2020

Parking Cashier

Midland International Air & Space Port
05.2018 - 07.2020

Cook Shift Leader

Toros Cafe
06.2016 - 05.2018

Produce Clerk

Albertsons
09.2015 - 11.2016

High School Diploma -

Colemen High
Destry Sotelo