GUSTAVO CRUZ
Sandiego ,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable about maintaining organized inventories and handling custodial requirements of commercial building bathrooms, workspaces and customer areas. Experienced team player with strong service record, good organizational skills and productive approach to handling simultaneous tasks. Focused on always producing high-quality and professional results.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level job. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lagger
Costal Marine Services Inc.
09.2025 - 07.2026
- Measuring and cutting insulation materials to fit pipes, ducts, tanks, and machinery.
- Installing fiberglass, mineral wool, ceramic fiber, foam, and other insulation materials.
- Fabricating and installing metal jacketing (aluminum or stainless steel) over insulation.
- Removing and replacing old or damaged insulation.
- Sealing joints with tape, adhesive, mastic, or sealants.
- Installing fireproofing and acoustic (soundproofing) insulation.
- Working in confined spaces, engine rooms, and aboard ships under construction or repair.
- Using hand and power tools such as:
- Tape measure
- Utility knife
- Tin snips
- Shears
- Rivet gun
- Drill
- Pop riveter
- Banding tools
- Following shipyard safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and confined-space requirements.
- Wearing appropriate PPE, including hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, hearing protection, respirators, and fall protection when required.
- Cleaning work areas and properly disposing of insulation waste.
- Inspecting finished work to ensure it meets specifications and quality standards.
Barista
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
- Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Maintained clean and organized workspace, ensuring welcoming environment for customers.
- Prepared specialty drinks such as cappuccinos, lattes and mochas.
- Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
Food Preparation Worker
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Managed inventory levels effectively, minimizing food waste while maintaining adequate supplies of fresh ingredients.
- Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
- Followed recipe guidelines meticulously, ensuring a consistent flavor profile for signature dishes.
- Utilized organizational skills to maintain an orderly pantry system, simplifying ingredient retrieval during busy shifts.
- Sanitized work surfaces between food preparation, avoiding cross-contamination and maintaining food safety guidelines.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstations.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Monitored and maintained required food temperatures for safety.
- Packaged and stored food products following proper handling and preservation methods.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Lifted and carried heavy materials.
Custodian
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as spills or leaks, minimizing damage and ensuring safety.
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness in outdoor spaces through regular trash removal, sweeping, and landscaping duties.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Reduced waste through efficient use of cleaning supplies and equipment.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
- Identified repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to management.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily and special cleaning needs.
- Helped outside crew complete grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing grass, trimming bushes and removing debris.
Education
SAN DIEGO HIGH
San DiegoACCELERATED SOCIOLOGY
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
SAN DIEGOSkills
Self motivation
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Skills
5
Timeline
Lagger
Costal Marine Services Inc.
09.2025 - 07.2026
Barista
01.2025 - 08.2025
Food Preparation Worker
01.2025 - 08.2025
Custodian
01.2024 - 08.2025
ACCELERATED SOCIOLOGY
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
SAN DIEGO HIGH