Joe Garza
Oswego,US
Summary
Operations professional with 6 years experience in warehouse and foodservice. Demonstrates strong skills in inventory management and maintaining cleanliness, ensuring smooth operations in fast-paced environments. Adept at building supplier relationships and enhancing communication to resolve delivery issues effectively, with a focus on collaboration and teamwork.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
LINE COOK
Danelli’s Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant
Oswego, IL
06.2019 - 2021
- Prepare and cook pizzas, ensuring high-quality standards and efficient service.
- Manage kitchen inventory and maintain cleanliness, supporting smooth operations.
- Assist in preparing Italian dishes, contributing to a diverse menu offering.
GROUND PICKER
D and H Distribution
Bolingbrook, IL
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Executed ground picking and quality checks, enhancing cross-departmental workflow
- Collaborated with teams to streamline processes, achieving measurable efficiency gains
- Adapted quickly to warehouse protocols, showcasing flexibility and operational expertise
ORDER PICKER
Performance Food Service
01.2022 - 07.2024
- Select orders accurately in a busy warehouse, ensuring precise inventory control.
- Enhance picking processes for efficiency, consistently meeting fulfillment targets.
- Develop systematic order selection to minimize errors and optimize workflow.
RECEIVER
Performance Food Service
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Ensuring accurate inventory and compliance with safety standards.
- Built supplier relationships, enhancing communication and resolving delivery issues efficiently.
- Conducted quality checks and documented variances to support effective inventory management.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
Oswego East High School
Oswego, IL06.2022
Skills
- Leadership (Experienced), Kitchen Experience, Order Picking, Quality Control, Cleaning, Organization, Time Management, Inventory Management, Food Safety
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
- September 2021
- Recognized as a multiple-time Employee of the Month at Danelli’s for consistently exceeding performance expectations and demonstrating efficiency in completing tasks on time.
Timeline
RECEIVER
Performance Food Service
08.2024 - 02.2025
GROUND PICKER
D and H Distribution
10.2022 - 12.2022
ORDER PICKER
Performance Food Service
01.2022 - 07.2024
LINE COOK
Danelli’s Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant
06.2019 - 2021
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
Oswego East High School