Jason Pena
Ronkonkoma,NY
Summary
Well-regarded community resident seeking full time employment while offering clean driving history and strong safety record. Possesses exceptional patience, composed demeanor and dedicated to the wellbeing of all students, while effectively collaborating with bus monitors and teachers. Compassionate with students and great at resolving conflicts. Is attentive to road rules, school schedules, and students' needs. Ability to maintain daily schedules with good driving abilities and understanding of local traffic flows.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
RENU Restoration
10.2014 - 12.2015
- Planned, crew supervision, and scheduled phases for large projects within the Nassau/Suffolk School system, ranging from remediation to update to current state-wide initiatives in alliance with current standards for safety
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Assisted with negotiating contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
- Maintained compliance with industry standards and regulations, conducting regular audits and updates to project practices.
Bartender Shift Manager/Waitstaff Manager
Meetball Place Restaurant
10.2013 - 12.2014
- Established a positive work environment, promoting teamwork and open communication among staff members.
- Ensured smooth operations during high-volume periods by coordinating closely with other managers across departments.
- Drove repeat business from loyal customers thanks to attentive service that went above-and-beyond expectations.
- Offered upper management position, but left due to growing family, hours and better opportunity.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally and effectively, maintaining strong relationships with clientele.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
Project Manager
B-Wise Restoration
01.2007 - 10.2014
- Provided certified mold/fire/water/lead restoration services from status of intern up until Project Manager over a course of 7 year employment
- Managed commercial/residential restoration projects by working effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, and building operations.
- Maintained compliance with industry standards and regulations, conducting regular audits and updates to project practices. Applied current MSDS standards of safety to services for safety of customers
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables. Reduced project costs, negotiating contracts with suppliers and optimizing resource allocation.
- Required to occasionally travel and work outside of NY, needed to be available 24/7 for emergency issues with clients
- Led cross-functional teams to successful project completions, improving team cohesion and productivity with effective leadership strategies.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment, throughout several multimillion dollar claims managed during Hurricane Sandy over a course of 12-18 months.
Waitstaff Manager/Bar Manager
Ground Round Restaurant/Bar
12.1999 - 01.2008
- Ensured smooth operations during high-volume periods by coordinating closely with other managers across departments.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by implementing efficient waitstaff scheduling and task delegation.
- Increased employee retention through ongoing coaching, support, and recognition initiatives.
- Managed inventory and controlled costs, optimizing restaurant profitability.
- Recruited and trained new waitstaff personnel, providing rapid onboarding processes to integrate additional team members quickly.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Newfield High School
Selden, NY1997
Skills
- Project Planning
- Schedule Management
- Client Relations
- Building, demolition, and renovation
- OSHA Compliance
- POS System Operation
- Employee Coaching
- Highly reliable
- Hospitality service expertise
- Understands local routes
- Safe Driving Practices
- Special Needs Assistance
Timeline
Project Manager
RENU Restoration
10.2014 - 12.2015
Bartender Shift Manager/Waitstaff Manager
Meetball Place Restaurant
10.2013 - 12.2014
Project Manager
B-Wise Restoration
01.2007 - 10.2014
Waitstaff Manager/Bar Manager
Ground Round Restaurant/Bar
12.1999 - 01.2008
High School Diploma -
Newfield High School
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