Jaime Rucoba
Brownsville,TX
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in pipefitting and hands-on experience gained through academic projects. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Amazon Learning Ambassador
Amazon
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Facilitated training sessions to enhance knowledge and skills of team members.
- Supported onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring smooth transition into roles.
- Improved team performance by providing targeted coaching and feedback.
- Coordinated learning programs to address skills gaps and promote continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with management to align learning initiatives with organizational goals.
Banquet Bartender/Coordinator
Rio Rio Cantina
05.2021 - 10.2023
- Prepared for events by setting up bar, stocking supplies, and arranging tables.
- Responded to guest questions and requests with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Contributed to successful events by setting up mobile bars in various locations according to event specifications.
- Set up glassware, liquor, and other necessary supplies for special events.
- Collaborated with banquet staff to ensure seamless event execution, resulting in increased client satisfaction and repeat business.
- Assisted in menu planning and drink selection for themed events, resulting in unique experiences for clients and their guests.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently such as spills or broken glassware incidents without disrupting overall event flow or guest enjoyment levels.
- Managed cash handling responsibilities for the bar, ensuring accurate accounting and minimizing losses due to errors or theft.
- Conducted ongoing reviews of program financial systems to assess cost control measures.
Travel Merchandiser
Way To Go Merchandising
02.2020 - 04.2021
- Organized product displays to enhance visual appeal and attract customers.
- Increased sales by strategically placing promotional items in high-traffic areas.
- Collaborated with store management to ensure proper stock levels were maintained.
- Improved store layout for seamless shopping experience, optimizing product visibility.
- Enhanced product knowledge through training sessions, improving customer assistance.
- Investigated current trends and innovative techniques to create unique displays.
Bartender/Restaurant Bar Manager
Lees El Taco Garage
05.2019 - 02.2020
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Education
NCCER Pipe Fitter Level 1/ OSHA 30 - Metal Trades
Texas Metal Trades
Brownsville, TX10-2024
High School Diploma -
Homer Hanna High School
Brownsville, TX06-2018
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Learning facilitation
- Training delivery
- Instructional design
- Public speaking
- Team collaboration
- Product rotation
- Product sourcing
- Visual displays
- Outgoing personality
- Complex Problem-solving
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Amazon Learning Ambassador
Amazon
09.2023 - 02.2024
Banquet Bartender/Coordinator
Rio Rio Cantina
05.2021 - 10.2023
Travel Merchandiser
Way To Go Merchandising
02.2020 - 04.2021
Bartender/Restaurant Bar Manager
Lees El Taco Garage
05.2019 - 02.2020
NCCER Pipe Fitter Level 1/ OSHA 30 - Metal Trades
Texas Metal Trades
High School Diploma -
Homer Hanna High School