John Gonato
Copperas Cove
Summary
Knowledgeable about maintaining organized inventories and handling custodial requirements of commercial building bathrooms, workspaces and customer areas. Experienced team player with strong service record, good organizational skills and productive approach to handling simultaneous tasks. Focused on always producing high-quality and professional results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Custodian/Janitor
Nugate Group
Fort Hood
06.2019 - 09.2025
- Oversaw daily cleaning operations, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety throughout facilities.
- Trained and mentored junior custodial staff on best practices and efficient workflows.
- Implemented improved cleaning processes, enhancing overall facility maintenance effectiveness.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify maintenance needs and ensured timely resolution of issues.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies, optimizing usage while reducing waste.
- Collaborated with management to develop and enforce sanitation protocols in compliance with health regulations.
- Coordinated special cleaning projects, addressing unique challenges and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Established positive relationships with staff, fostering teamwork and a culture of accountability within the custodial team.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
Line Cook
Sarku Japan
Fort Hood, TX
07.2017 - 05.2019
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to specifications and safety standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen area to ensure efficient operations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages.
- Followed food safety guidelines to prevent cross-contamination and ensure quality.
- Adapted quickly to changing orders during peak hours while maintaining quality service.
- Trained new staff on cooking techniques and kitchen protocols for improved efficiency.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Education
High School Diploma -
Buena High School
Sierra Vista05-2015
Skills
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Work independently
- Responsible and dependable
- Customer service
- Highly motivated
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Active listener
- Problem-solving
- Food safety knowledge
- Team coordination
- Cleanliness standards
Languages
English
Timeline
Custodian/Janitor
Nugate Group
06.2019 - 09.2025
Line Cook
Sarku Japan
07.2017 - 05.2019
High School Diploma -
Buena High School