Diego De Alvarado
Austin
Summary
Experienced with client relationship management, prospecting, and negotiation. Utilizes targeted strategies to identify and capitalize on sales opportunities, achieving consistent revenue growth. Track record of leveraging persuasive communication and strategic planning to drive sales success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outside Sales Representative
Power Home Remodeling
Austin, TX
02.2025 - Current
- Cultivated relationships with clients to identify remodeling needs and preferences.
- Conducted detailed presentations of product offerings to engage potential customers.
- Utilized CRM software to track sales leads and manage customer interactions effectively.
- Collaborated with design team to tailor solutions that met client specifications and budgets.
Applications Engineer
DXP Enterprises Incorporated
09.2021 - 08.2024
- - Review scope definition and project specifications, develop equipment sizing, and determine material to be used.
- - Prepare cost estimates for the technical/commercial proposals.
- - Propose alternatives that enable the lowest bid while providing the highest value to customer.
- - Knowledge of Prophet 21 software system.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement software solutions.
- Conducted system testing and quality assurance to ensure application functionality.
Server/Bartender/Corporate Trainer
Perry’s Steakhouse and Grille
Sugar Land, TX
01.2007 - 12.2021
- - Closing server responsible for team members execution of daily tasks
- - Train new employees Perry’s standard's and steps of service
- - Head captain for private party events
- - Built trust and long term regular Perry’s guest’s and wine locker guest’s that ask for me by name.
- - Assist other Perry’s restaurants as server including Memorial, Cinco Ranch, and River Oaks.
- Beyond the Chair: Neuro-rehabilitation gym
Assistant General Manager
Scholars & Scoundrels Bar and Grill
08.2020 - 09.2021
- - Recorded best sales since the opening of restaurant while managing
- Streamlined daily operations to enhance guest service and staff efficiency.
- Assisted in managing inventory levels and ordering supplies to maintain optimal stock.
- Coordinated employee schedules to ensure adequate staffing during peak hours.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Developed promotional strategies to increase customer engagement and sales revenue.
- Implemented quality control measures to improve food preparation and presentation consistency.
- Led team meetings to foster communication and address operational challenges effectively.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas for improvement in service delivery.
- Handled cash accurately and prepared deposits.
- Motivated, trained, and disciplined employees to maximize performance.
- Collaborated with the General Manager on marketing initiatives to increase brand awareness and drive sales growth.
Server Trainer
Brio Tuscan Grille
Houston, TX
04.2016 - 03.2017
- - Server during the weekdays and Bartender on weekends
- - Assist in main dining and bar closing duties
- - Built regular main dining and bar guests
- - Assist in private events and dinners
Senior Food and Beverage Server
The Cheesecake Factory
Sugar Land, TX
07.2014 - 11.2016
- - Closing (motivator) in charge of assisting and overseeing co-workers daily tasks
- - Trained new employees
- - Bartender when needed
- - Built long term relationships with guests and co workers
- - Assisted with office duties and bakery duties.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05-2014
Skills
- Bilingual: Spanish and English
- Power Point
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Productive as member of a team or individually
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- Publisher
- Relationship building
- Motivated team player
- Problem-solving
- Customer Service-oriented
Certification
- TABC Certified
- First Aid Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Outside Sales Representative
Power Home Remodeling
02.2025 - Current
Applications Engineer
DXP Enterprises Incorporated
09.2021 - 08.2024
Assistant General Manager
Scholars & Scoundrels Bar and Grill
08.2020 - 09.2021
Server Trainer
Brio Tuscan Grille
04.2016 - 03.2017
Senior Food and Beverage Server
The Cheesecake Factory
07.2014 - 11.2016
Server/Bartender/Corporate Trainer
Perry’s Steakhouse and Grille
01.2007 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
The University of Texas At San Antonio