Erik Bickel
Capitola,CA
Summary
A hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Dining Principal Food Service Worker
University Of California, Santa Cruz
08.2022 - Current
- Increased daily sales by upselling menu items based on customer preferences.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Offered suggestions for menu improvements based on customer feedback, leading to enhanced overall dining experience.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
Crew Member
Trader Joes
09.2019 - 01.2024
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns or issues promptly and professionally.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Filled out daily shift log to record amount of food prepared, used and leftover.
- Became familiar with products to answer questions and make suggestions.
- Enhanced team productivity by maintaining a clean and organized workspace for crew members.
- Accurately operated cash register to process customer payments.
- Strengthened workplace safety by promptly identifying potential hazards and taking corrective action as necessary.
- Trained new team members on procedures, customer service, and sales techniques.
- Ensured accurate order fulfillment with diligent attention to details while assembling meals.
Aquaculture Technician
American Abalone Farm
03.2016 - 09.2019
- Monitored aquatic species' behavior to identify potential issues and implement corrective actions for better overall health.
- Performed tests and samplings to evaluate water quality and temperature.
- Packaged products for shipment and additional processing.
- Facilitated knowledge transfer among staff members, leading to improved team performance and best practice adoption.
- Cleaned stalls, pens, and equipment using tools for optimal health of animals.
- Enhanced fish growth by optimizing water quality parameters and maintaining a conducive environment.
- Used time-management strength to cross-train associates to cover more areas without increasing expense.
Farmers Market Vender
H&H Fresh Fish
02.2016 - 01.2019
- Reconciled inventory and customer orders regularly to monitor product availability.
- Stayed current on product specs and prices and accurately updated display product literature.
- Loaded and unloaded boxes and pallets of merchandise for customers.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Education
Bachelor Of Science in Environment Studies -
UNIVERSITY OF EUGENE
Portland, OR05.2011
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Inventory Management Abilities
- Productivity and Efficiency
- Fast-Paced Environment
- Positive Attitude
- Working with Diverse People
- Multitasking
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dining Principal Food Service Worker
University Of California, Santa Cruz
08.2022 - Current
Crew Member
Trader Joes
09.2019 - 01.2024
Aquaculture Technician
American Abalone Farm
03.2016 - 09.2019
Farmers Market Vender
H&H Fresh Fish
02.2016 - 01.2019
Bachelor Of Science in Environment Studies -
UNIVERSITY OF EUGENE
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