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Gael Alonso Velazquez

Chicago,IL

Summary

Hardworking and experienced professional with a strong background in the Grocery industry, event setup, food service, and kitchen operations. Currently a college student studying Criminology, with a goal of building a career in law enforcement. Skilled in customer service, task management, and working under pressure, with a strong focus on reliability, attention to detail, and commitment to serving the community.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Event Assistant

Congregation O'torah
Skokie, IL
01.2018 - Current
  • Assisted in opening and closing duties, such as cleaning and restocking.
  • Assisted in preparing salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service.
  • Reset tables between guests, refilled condiments and wiped down surfaces.
  • Delivered food and drinks to tables efficiently, maintaining optimal food temperature and presentation.

Produce Employee

Cermak Fresh Market
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - 12.2024
  • Rotated produce items to ensure freshness.
  • Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
  • Stocked, rotated and faced products with attention to product quality and expiration dates.
  • Checked for quality, ripeness, and overall condition of products before stocking shelves.

Education

High School Diploma -

Senn High School
Chicago, IL
05-2024

Some College (No Degree) - Criminology, Law, And Justice

University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago, IL

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Strong work ethic
  • Time management
  • Team building

Affiliations

  • Participated in the Chicago Marathon in October 2024 with the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) to support community outreach and fundraising efforts.
  • Donated and helped organize the delivery of over 500 cans of food to the Pilsen Food Pantry in a single day to support local families in need back in November of 2024
  • Led a trash cleanup in Little Italy with 20+ volunteers to address the community’s garbage problem and improve the local environment in February of 2025
  • Led a group of 22 students from UIC to participate in the Shamrock Shuffle in March 2025, promoting teamwork, health, and community engagement.

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual

Accomplishments

  • Received two certifciates of completion for participation in the Chicago Marathon 2024 Fall Year and the Sharmock Shuffle 2025 Spring Year

Timeline

Produce Employee

Cermak Fresh Market
01.2022 - 12.2024

Event Assistant

Congregation O'torah
01.2018 - Current

High School Diploma -

Senn High School

Some College (No Degree) - Criminology, Law, And Justice

University of Illinois Chicago

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