Gabriel Ibanez
Elsa
Summary
Effective at working in fast-paced grocery environments to restock and arrange merchandise in an appealing way. Upbeat and friendly team player with a good attitude and willingness to take on any task.
Detail-oriented Retail Merchandiser talented in monitoring inventory levels and predicting product demand. Monitors supply levels and product marketing for optimal sales. Skillful in creatively conceptualizing and building artistic framework around any given assignment. Pays close attention to detail and creates displays which engage and intrigue.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Worker
a Family Friend
Marshall, MN
04.2019 - 10.2020
- Executed daily tasks, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational guidelines.
- Assisted in equipment maintenance, contributing to seamless field operations and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to identify and resolve issues during field activities.
- Adapted quickly to changing environments and tasks, demonstrating flexibility in various roles.
- Moved to new farms with a harvest schedule in order to pick crops
Cook/Prep/Dishwasher
Restaurant Y Taqueria 107
Elsa, TX
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Prepared and cooked diverse menu items to meet customer preferences and dietary requirements.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace, adhering to health and safety standards.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and minimizing waste during food preparation.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Monitored cooking temperatures and presentation standards, ensuring consistency in food quality and flavor.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Grill and Prep Station
Whataburger
McAllen, TX
05.2021 - 10.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Merchandiser
Atlas
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
- Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
- Improved overall store appearance by performing routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning shelves, updating signage, and reporting damaged fixtures for repair or replacement.
- Trained new team members in merchandising best practices, ensuring a cohesive approach across the store.
- Streamlined restocking process, reducing time from shipment arrival to floor display.
- Organized store merchandise racks by size, style, and color.
- Arranged consistent shelves by following established planograms.
Cook
El Plebe LLC
McAllen, TX
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes and reduce wait times.
- Implemented inventory management practices to optimize ingredient availability and minimize waste.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Landscape Worker
Independant Contract
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Operated landscaping equipment for efficient grounds maintenance and enhancement.
- Designed and installed landscape features, improving aesthetic appeal and functionality.
- Collaborated with clients to determine project specifications and preferences, ensuring satisfaction.
- Trained junior workers on best practices in landscape maintenance and safety protocols.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Maintained clean worksites throughout projects by removing debris, trimming overgrown plants, and keeping tools organized.
Register/Cook/Prep/Dishwasher
Jack in the Box
Elsa, TX
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Trained new staff on cooking techniques and kitchen protocols
- Collaborated with team members to streamline meal preparation processes
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Merchandiser
National LLC
Fayetteville GA
04.2025 - 11.2025
- Monitored equipment performance, conducting routine maintenance to minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed workflows that reduced order processing time, contributing to overall productivity improvements.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 70 pounds.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Helped maintain an organized stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock regularly as required.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters forklift and electric pallet jacks.
Buffet Cook
Ediths Buffet
Edinburg, TX
11.2025 - 04.2026
- Prepared diverse buffet offerings, ensuring quality and consistency across all food items.
- Monitored food safety standards, maintaining cleanliness and organization in kitchen areas.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes, enhancing efficiency.
- Assisted in menu planning, incorporating seasonal ingredients to diversify offerings and improve patron satisfaction.
- Ensured proper food temperatures were maintained throughout service, preserving dish quality and preventing potential health hazards.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities by effectively managing multiple dishes simultaneously during peak hours.
Education
High School Diploma -
Edcouch Elsa High School
Edcouch, TX05-2022
Skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Friendly and outgoing
- Stock rotation
- Pricing and shelf labeling
- Active listener
- Store maintenance
- Pricing and signage updates
- In-store support
- Fixture placement
- Retail
- Plan-o-gram implementation
- Multitasking
- Customer service
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Attention to detail
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Buffet Cook
Ediths Buffet
11.2025 - 04.2026
Merchandiser
National LLC
04.2025 - 11.2025
Register/Cook/Prep/Dishwasher
Jack in the Box
01.2025 - 03.2025
Landscape Worker
Independant Contract
07.2024 - 12.2024
Cook
El Plebe LLC
06.2024 - 12.2024
Merchandiser
Atlas
05.2022 - 01.2024
Grill and Prep Station
Whataburger
05.2021 - 10.2022
Cook/Prep/Dishwasher
Restaurant Y Taqueria 107
11.2020 - 05.2021
Field Worker
a Family Friend
04.2019 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Edcouch Elsa High School