JONATHAN RICCIARDO
Metairie,USA
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in sales and installation, notably at Exquisite Stone, LLC. Proven track record in quality control and customer relationship management. Skilled in fabrication and team supervision, demonstrating strong attention to detail and effective communication. Adept at culinary tasks and maintaining high standards in cleaning and safety protocols.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Salesman/Fabricator/Installer
Self Employed
Metairie, USA
01.2017 - Current
- Quality Control
- Delivered persuasive sales presentations to engage potential customers and drive interest
- Fabrication
- Installation
- Inventory
- Resolved customer inquiries through attentive service, enhancing client satisfaction
- Measured dimensions for project specifications
- Cleaned jobsite to maintain safety standards
- Built and maintained strong client relationships, fostering loyalty for repeat business
Dish Washer/Trainer Cook Server
Theo's
Metairie, USA
07.2023 - 11.2025
- Handled front of house duties, including taking orders, operating cash register, and serving tables.
- Managed dish area, rolled dough, bused tables, washed dishes, and delivered food to customers.
- Prepared food items, operated oven, and coordinated with expo to ensure timely service.
- Cleaning all equipment and areas in the kitchen, front of the house, and dish room
Self Employed Owner/Operator
Exquisite Stone, LLC
Metairie, USA
01.2010 - 12.2017
- Managed all facets of stone work.
- Shop foreman, including, training of new employees, quality control of finished fabrication and installation.
- Reviewing slabs delivered from stone yards to ensure quality and using forklift to unload stone slabs to be ready for fabrication.
- In charge of reviewing shop supplies, including small power tools, and ordering supplies.
- Executed sales activities to promote products and services, including measuring and templating countertops, and established relationships with customers and contractors.
- Directed team of employees to successfully complete project goals.
- Operated forklift to move materials efficiently within the shop
- Contributed to various construction projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Utilized various operating systems to perform tasks effectively
- Applied mechanical knowledge to repair and maintain equipment
- Sales
- Performed carpentry tasks to construct and repair wooden structures
- Executed automotive repair tasks to ensure vehicle functionality
- Applied knowledge of mobile and desktop systems for troubleshooting
- Assembled PC desktops and performed upgrades on Mac computers
Shop Foreman/Fabricator/Installation Technician/Trainer
Innovative Installations
Jefferson, USA
04.2002 - 12.2010
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times by all team members.
- Oversaw employee attendance and punctuality, resolving issues to maintain team accountability.
- Implemented company policies consistently and fairly, promoting a fair workplace culture.
- Tracked equipment status to accurately allocate repairs to customer, supplier, or profit center accounts.
Bartender/Server
Zea
Kenner, USA
01.2001 - 04.2002
- Mixed and served drinks at a fast-paced bar.
- Delivered food and beverages to customers at tables.
- Transported meals from kitchen to dining area promptly.
Bartender/to Go Orders/server/buser/barback
Harbor Seafood
Kenner, USA
03.2000 - 07.2001
- Mixed and served drinks to enhance customer experience
- Served food and beverages promptly to ensure customer satisfaction
- Processed takeout orders efficiently to accommodate customer needs
- Transported food orders to tables promptly
- Assisted bartenders by preparing drinks and stocking supplies
- Cleared and cleaned tables after customers
Bartender/ServerBuser/trainer
Copelands
Metairie, USA
02.1999 - 03.2000
- Prepared and served beverages to customers at a busy bar.
- Delivered food and beverages to patrons in a timely manner.
- Cleared tables and reset them for new guests efficiently.
Janitorial Specialist
Service Master
Kenner, USA
02.1996 - 10.1999
- Cleaning techniques
- Cleaning equipment
- Sanitation
- Interior and exterior
- Attention to detail
- Established safety protocols ensuring a secure work environment.
- Applied time management strategies to prioritize and complete daily tasks efficiently.
- Worked with team members to align efforts towards common goals and improve operational efficiency.
- Minor maintenance and repairs
- Commercial cleaning equipment
Education
Diploma - General
Bonnabel High School
Kenner, LA05-2000
Skills
- Bartending and serving
- Sales and installation
- Fabrication and delivery
- Supervision and maintenance
- Detail cleaning
- Cleaning safety
- Time management and adaptability
- Team collaboration skills
- Basic maintenance and equipment operation
- Extractor and vacuum operation
- Floor buffer and burnisher use
- Furniture cleaning techniques
- Floor scrubber operation
- Dehumidifier usage
- Dusting and polishing furniture
- Whole house cleaning
- Disaster restoration
- Culinary experience
- Cash handling expertise
- Heavy lifting capabilities
- Quality control measures
Personal Information Additional
Depending on the job opportunity, Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Dish Washer/Trainer Cook Server
Theo's
07.2023 - 11.2025
Salesman/Fabricator/Installer
Self Employed
01.2017 - Current
Self Employed Owner/Operator
Exquisite Stone, LLC
01.2010 - 12.2017
Shop Foreman/Fabricator/Installation Technician/Trainer
Innovative Installations
04.2002 - 12.2010
Bartender/Server
Zea
01.2001 - 04.2002
Bartender/to Go Orders/server/buser/barback
Harbor Seafood
03.2000 - 07.2001
Bartender/ServerBuser/trainer
Copelands
02.1999 - 03.2000
Janitorial Specialist
Service Master
02.1996 - 10.1999
Diploma - General
Bonnabel High School