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Joe Barahona

Long Beach

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with a proven track record at Little Caesars Pizza, excelling in food preparation and customer service. Recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through meticulous food presentation and effective multitasking. Skilled in maintaining sanitation standards and training new staff, contributing to a collaborative kitchen environment that maximizes efficiency.

Overview

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Certification

Work History

Cook

Little Caesars Pizza
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
  • Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
  • Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
  • Adhered to recipe guidelines while demonstrating creativity in plating and garnishing dishes for enhanced visual appeal.

Driver

ACME Mattresse
  • Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to strict delivery schedules.
  • Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
  • Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
  • Demonstrated strong knowledge of geography and local roads for optimal route selection.
  • Boosted company reputation through excellent driving record free from accidents or violations over an extended period of time.
  • Communicated with passengers to provide information and assistance for excellent customer service and positive experiences.
  • Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while maintaining on-time delivery performance rates.
  • Handled fragile materials carefully, resulting in minimal damage claims from customers during transit period.

Commercial Manager

Autozone
  • Strengthened client relationships through regular communication and timely resolution of issues, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
  • Used key metrics and prepared reports for senior management to monitor performance of commercial activities.
  • Strengthened team and organization by recruiting and hiring Number qualified employees.
  • Enhanced product offerings by conducting market research and identifying emerging trends within the industry.
  • Monitored competitor activity, utilizing insights to inform strategic planning and decision-making processes.
  • Managed and analyzed budgets, P&L, balance sheets and sales reports.
  • Increased market share Number% by improving responsiveness and timeliness to customer needs.
  • Managed budgets and financial reporting, ensuring accurate forecasting and cost control for optimal profitability.
  • Built relationships with clients to establish new contracts.
  • Streamlined internal processes by identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes to increase efficiency.
  • .Led successful contract negotiations resulting in long-term agreements that benefited both parties involved strategically.
  • Implemented training programs for staff members, improving overall team performance and productivity levels.
  • Negotiated contracts and product prices by collaborating with vendors and developers.
  • Improved profit margins through diligent expense monitoring and the implementation of cost-saving initiatives where appropriate.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers, securing favorable terms that resulted in significant cost savings.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective marketing strategies for commercial products.
  • Developed strong partnerships with key stakeholders, fostering collaboration to achieve shared goals.
  • Devised pricing methodologies and industry strategies through economic and business analysis.
  • Conducted market research and analysis to create detailed business plans on commercial opportunities, business development and expansion.
  • Coordinated trade shows and other promotional events, showcasing company offerings effectively to prospective clients.
  • Achieved growth targets by devising creative promotional campaigns designed to attract new clients while retaining existing customers.
  • Optimized supply chain management by establishing strong relationships with vendors, reducing lead times and inventory costs.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify opportunities for expansion into new markets, driving increased market share.
  • Maintained an up-to-date understanding of industry trends and regulatory changes which informed strategic decisionmaking.
  • Collaborated with product development teams to ensure quality standards were met consistently across all product lines.
  • Evaluated and improved sales processes, leading to a more streamlined approach that maximized revenue generation opportunities.
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver successful projects on time and within budget constraints, meeting business objectives.
  • Increased sales by $Amount by issuing surveys to customers and interpreting results.
  • Researched market to identify potential customers, increasing customer accounts Number%.
  • Managed Type marketing projects to increase product penetration in key sectors.
  • Developed Type and Type strategic plans to encourage business growth, increasing profits Number%.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
  • Maintained financial controls, planned business operations and control expenses while identifying and pursuing opportunities to grow business operations and boost profits.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
  • Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
  • Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.
  • Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
  • Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
  • Managed revenue models, process flows, operations support, and customer engagement strategies.
  • Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products.
  • Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
  • Achieved established KPI for company, regional team and individual performance through teamwork and focus on customers.
  • Drove sales by developing multi-million dollar contract sales.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
  • Enhanced profitability by developing pipelines utilizing marketing and sales strategies.
  • Boosted marketing, reviewed pricing strategies and expanded distribution channels to increase sales revenue.
  • Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.

Education

No Degree - Autobody Collision And Repair

LBCC
Long Beach, CA

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Cooking
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food handling
  • Food preparation
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Kitchen organization
  • Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
  • Sanitation
  • Supply restocking
  • Surface cleaning
  • Food presentation
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Sanitation practices
  • Food waste reduction
  • Food plating and presentation
  • New hire training

Certification

I do speak English and Spanish

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work

Work Type

Part Time

Location Preference

On-Site

Salary Range

$0/hr - $1000/hr

Timeline

Cook

Little Caesars Pizza

Driver

ACME Mattresse

Commercial Manager

Autozone

No Degree - Autobody Collision And Repair

LBCC