Isaac Melendez
Maywood,ILLINOIS
Summary
Dedicated landscape professional with experience at J&RLandscaping Inc, skilled in heavy equipment operation and seasonal maintenance. Proven ability to enhance outdoor spaces through effective pest control and irrigation systems. Strong communicator, contributing to team success and project efficiency while ensuring safety and quality in all tasks.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Busser
Dave & Buster's
Rosemont, IL
11.2024 - Current
- Supported dining staff by efficiently clearing and resetting tables during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas to enhance guest experience.
- Assisted with food runner tasks, ensuring timely delivery of orders to guests.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to restock supplies and maintain inventory levels.
- Trained new bussers on proper sanitation practices and restaurant protocols.
- Monitored guest needs and communicated effectively with servers to ensure satisfaction.
- Implemented process improvements for table turnover, reducing wait times for guests.
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring tables were cleared and cleaned promptly after guests left.
- Maintained a clean and safe dining environment by sweeping floors, wiping down surfaces, and keeping walkways clear of debris.
Package Handler
UPS
Hodgkins Illinois
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Loaded and unloaded packages efficiently to ensure timely delivery.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to promote safety standards.
- Scanned packages for accurate tracking and inventory management.
- Assisted team members in completing daily tasks to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Followed safety protocols consistently to minimize workplace hazards.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to meet operational goals and deadlines.
- Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
- Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
Landscape Worker
Jr Landscaping Inc
Chicago, IL
05.2025 - 11.2025
- Operated landscaping equipment, including mowers and trimmers, to maintain outdoor spaces efficiently.
- Assisted in planting and cultivating flowers, shrubs, and trees according to design specifications.
- Implemented safety protocols while performing tasks to ensure a safe work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete landscape projects within designated timelines.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring proper functionality for optimal performance.
- 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.
- Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Enhanced curb appeal by maintaining and improving landscape features such as lawns, gardens, and walkways.
- Applied mulch and other soil amendments to improve plant growth conditions while also controlling weeds and retaining moisture levels.
- Installed sod, seeded lawns, or hydroseeded areas for new turf establishment or lawn repair purposes.
- Ensured safety on job sites by following proper procedures for operating power tools and heavy equipment.
- Contributed to team efficiency by effectively communicating project updates and collaborating on task assignments.
Cashier
Giordanos Family Restaurant
Oak Park, IL
02.2024 - 04.2025
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer, ensuring all transactions balanced at end of shifts.
- Assisted in training new staff on register operations and customer service standards.
- Collaborated with team to ensure smooth restaurant operations during peak hours.
- Managed inventory levels, restocking supplies as needed to enhance service efficiency.
- Supported promotional activities by effectively communicating specials and upselling menu items.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
Education
High School Diploma -
Proviso East HighSchool
Maywood, IL05.2025
Skills
- Seasonal maintenance
- Heavy equipment operation
- Pest control
- Irrigation systems
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Package Handler
UPS
09.2025 - 12.2025
Landscape Worker
Jr Landscaping Inc
05.2025 - 11.2025
Restaurant Busser
Dave & Buster's
11.2024 - Current
Cashier
Giordanos Family Restaurant
02.2024 - 04.2025
High School Diploma -
Proviso East HighSchool