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Hector  Serafin Jr.

Hector Serafin Jr.

Tustin,CA

Summary

Trilingual and dedicated professional with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. A strong foundation of utilizing excellent communication and emotional intelligence to build strong teams and cultivate positive work cultures. Superior employee relations awareness and passion for recruiting, retaining, and supporting high-quality talent to drive company growth.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Human Resources Specialist

Altametrics
07.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced employee relations by implementing effective communication strategies and conflict resolution techniques.
  • Handled on-boarding process for newly hired employees, which included distribution of all paperwork.
  • Managed invoices, expenses, payroll, and timekeeping to track hours and accurately pay employees.
  • Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
  • Reduced employee turnover with targeted recruitment strategies, thorough candidate screening, and comprehensive onboarding programs.
  • Improved organizational culture by developing and executing various team-building initiatives and employee engagement activities.
  • Ensured legal compliance in all HR practices by staying current with relevant employment laws and regulations, as well as conducting regular policy reviews.
  • Streamlined recruitment efforts for faster talent acquisition and reduced time to hire.
  • Conducted exit interviews with departing employees, identifying areas for organizational improvement based on their feedback.
  • Served as a liaison between management and staff to address concerns effectively, building strong working relationships across all levels of the organization.

Sales and Marketing Specialist

Gala Capital Partners
06.2022 - Current
  • Boosted sales revenue by developing and implementing effective marketing strategies.
  • Established strong relationships with clients through exceptional customer service and communication skills.
  • Increased brand awareness by creating engaging social media content and managing online platforms.
  • Conducted comprehensive market research to identify potential opportunities for business growth.
  • Organized and managed successful trade shows, expanding the company's professional network and generating new leads.
  • Developed persuasive sales pitches tailored to individual client needs, ensuring a high conversion rate from prospect to customer.
  • Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.
  • Managed key account relationships, resulting in increased repeat business and long-term loyalty among clients.

Lead Bartender

Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que
06.2015 - 06.2022
  • Streamlined bar operations by implementing efficient inventory management systems and staff scheduling.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally, preserving positive relationships between the business and its clientele for more than half a decade.
  • Enhanced catering sales and participated in local community events as a representative of the establishment, promoting brand visibility and fostering new business opportunities.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, and preparing cash drawers.
  • Guide customers through all menus, and demonstrate advanced knowledge of specifics operate POS systems such as Micros and Plum to input customer orders daily
  • Coordinate with front-of-house and back-of-house teams to maximize efficiency daily
  • Deliver exceptional, and friendly service to every customer for over half a decade. Received payments for services and properly handle cash for almost seven years
  • Trained new bartenders on company policies, drink recipes, and customer service best practices to maintain consistent performance across the team.

Lead Server

Texas De Brazil
11.2017 - 11.2019
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Mentored new servers, sharing best practices for exceptional service and fostering a positive work environment.
  • Enhanced customer experience by providing attentive and personalized service during their dining visit.
  • Managed cash and charged totals at beginning and end of each shift for two year.
  • Managed high volume dining periods with effective time management and strong multitasking abilities.
  • Streamlined the server team''s efficiency by implementing new training methods and communication strategies.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally, maintaining positive relationships with patrons.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.

Education

Associate of Arts - Anthropology

Fullerton College
Fullerton, CA

Associate of Arts - Social Sciences

Fullerton College
Fullerton, CA

Associate of Arts - Multi/lnterdisciplinary Studies

Fullerton College
Fullerton, CA

Skills

  • HR Policies
  • POS System Operation
  • Payroll Management
  • Inventory Specialist
  • Employee and Vendor Relations Management
  • Microsoft Office
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Employee Onboarding, Orientations and Exit Interviews
  • Business and Office Administration
  • Adaptability
  • Interpersonal Communications

Certification

Food Handler Cards - eFoodHandlers

Issued Sep 2021 - Expires Sep 2024

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Professional Working

Timeline

Human Resources Specialist

Altametrics
07.2022 - Current

Sales and Marketing Specialist

Gala Capital Partners
06.2022 - Current

Lead Server

Texas De Brazil
11.2017 - 11.2019

Lead Bartender

Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que
06.2015 - 06.2022

Associate of Arts - Anthropology

Fullerton College

Associate of Arts - Social Sciences

Fullerton College

Associate of Arts - Multi/lnterdisciplinary Studies

Fullerton College

Food Handler Cards - eFoodHandlers

Issued Sep 2021 - Expires Sep 2024

Hector Serafin Jr.