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Fernando Barajas

Las Vegas

Summary

BILINGUAL (ENGLISH/SPANISH) PROFESSIONAL WITH EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE IN CARPENTRY, HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT, AND LUXURY SERVICE LEADERSHIP. PROVEN TRACK RECORD OF ENHANCING GUEST EXPERIENCES AND ACHIEVING HIGH OPERATIONAL STANDARDS IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY. OSHA CERTIFIED AND CPR CERTIFIED, WITH A STRONG BACKGROUND IN TRAINING, PROJECT MANAGEMENT, AND EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION ACROSS DIVERSE TEAMS.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Carpenter

Calanna Design
03.2024 - Current
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
  • Led garages, residential homes, and addition projects to completion.
  • Conducted thorough final inspections of completed projects to assure adherence to specifications and industry standards.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient project management strategies and prioritizing tasks.
  • Optimized workflow by assigning tasks based on individual skills, ultimately enhancing overall team performance.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals from satisfied customers.
  • Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
  • Mentored junior carpenters, providing guidance on best practices and improving their skill sets.
  • Established a strong foundation for future success by upholding the highest standards in workmanship, safety, and client satisfaction.
  • Managed subcontractors effectively, ensuring timely completion of assignments while maintaining high-quality workmanship throughout each project phase.

Lead Carpenter

Closet Factory
03.2022 - Current
  • Promoted to lead installer and designated trainer within first month of hire.
  • Completing various carpentry tasks to the highest standards with adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Interpreted blueprints to determine project directives, specialized in custom cabinetry for closets, bathrooms, kitchens and more
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient project management strategies and prioritizing tasks.
  • Earned a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship by consistently exceeding client expectations in both design and functionality aspects of projects.
  • Resolved issues as they arose during projects, utilizing critical thinking skills and effective problem-solving techniques for quick resolutions.

Residential Carpenter Framer

BMC Select Build Nevada, Inc.
03.2020 - 03.2022
  • Certified Driver - Responsible for transporting my team's equipment and various materials for the construction sites
  • Reports directly to Foreman and Superintendent; translates (English to Spanish) management directions during meetings
  • Installed trusses, joist, glm beams, sheeting, layout plating, etc
  • Anything short of precision trim work I could manage it
  • Forklift (Skytrak) operator, experienced insulator and window installed
  • Work well in various weather conditions
  • Follow established safety rules and regulations to maintain a safe and clean environment

Housekeeping Manager

Waldorf Astoria Orlando
03.2018 - 02.2020
  • Actively increasing SALT/Medallia guest scores; effectively multitasks and communicates between all departments to ensure smooth guest experience throughout the hotel
  • Recruited to elevate the luxury experienced of Forbes Five-Star; 2018 achieved first recommendation for Forbes Five-Star; 2020 achieved our Four-Star Rating
  • Reduced contracted leased labor by 60%; increased knowledge of standards in-house staff by 40%
  • Manages Housekeeping departments' budget, payroll, scheduling, purchasing, labor hours
  • Coordinates directly with the engineering department and outside contractors regarding renovation projects, hurricane relief and preparation, as well all on-going projects throughout the hotel
  • Number #1 best place to work for, Fortune 100 and Rated number #2 in Best Hotels in the Country by US News & World Report
  • Organize departmental meetings and events to develop training program strategies to improve knowledge of core-standards, policies, and procedures in the department

Housekeeping Manager

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail
01.2017 - 03.2018
  • Expertise in Forbes Five-Star Rating (Escort Program and Guest Experience Program)
  • Medallia/ GES 2017: Overall Score: 86%; Staff and Service 91%; Housekeeping and Cleanliness 91%; Increased GES by 40%
  • Champion for company launch of Rex and Hot SoS
  • Managed departmental meetings and events; scheduled staff for daily duties -Labor System
  • Directly responsible for the contract leased labor, interview, mentoring, development, and training of Floor Supervisors

Floor Manager Housekeeping

Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Lead our staff in rollout of HotSOS and Rex software launched as a property champion
  • Managed the Guest Room Attendants including the Overnight Housekeeping Team
  • Responsible for training all new employees (Houseman, Floor-care, Guest Room Attendant, Coordinator, and Linen Runners)
  • Maintained Forbes Four Star and AAA Five-Diamond standards for all areas of the hotel
  • Work to unify the Front Desk, Engineering robust maintenance program
  • Partnered with the Front Desk to ensure consistent sell out efficiency

Front Desk Agent

Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas
08.2012 - 01.2016
  • Top seller in the program (Ranked 3rd Hotel in the Company)
  • Lead the team to surpass our yearly goal in upsell revenue from 60k to 1.1million in 2014; in 2015 achieved new goal from $1.1million to $1.2million
  • Managed rooms control, inventory, and most importantly, how to anticipate our guests' needs
  • Designated Trainer for new Front Desk employees, with operational, leadership, problem solving, and team building skills

Skills

  • Bilingual: English/ Spanish
  • OSHA Certified
  • Luxury Service and Leadership
  • Microsoft Word
  • Excel
  • Watson
  • Work Records
  • OnQ
  • CPR Certified
  • Outlook
  • Opera
  • HotSOS
  • Lotus Notes
  • Taleo
  • Rex
  • Finish carpentry
  • Residential construction
  • Woodworking expertise
  • Layout planning
  • Project management
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Custom millwork

Timeline

Lead Carpenter

Calanna Design
03.2024 - Current

Lead Carpenter

Closet Factory
03.2022 - Current

Residential Carpenter Framer

BMC Select Build Nevada, Inc.
03.2020 - 03.2022

Housekeeping Manager

Waldorf Astoria Orlando
03.2018 - 02.2020

Housekeeping Manager

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail
01.2017 - 03.2018

Floor Manager Housekeeping

Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas
01.2016 - 01.2017

Front Desk Agent

Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas
08.2012 - 01.2016

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