Jorge Garcia
Alamo,TX
Summary
Highly motivated professional seeking an opportunity to use my skills and education to contribute to your organization’s success.
Experienced with managing activities and maintaining welcoming atmosphere for clients. Utilizes strong organizational skills and attention to detail to streamline office operations. Knowledge of effective communication techniques and customer service principles to enhance visitor experiences.
Business professional with keen eye for administrative excellence and customer service. Proven track record in managing reception duties with high accuracy, ensuring smooth daily operations and client satisfaction. Thrives in team settings and adapts to dynamic demands, showcasing proficiency in multitasking and problem-solving.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook/cashier
Landmark on Tower
Alamo, TX
02.2026 - Current
- Prepared and cooked high-quality meals following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Assisted in maintaining kitchen cleanliness and organization to ensure food safety compliance.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including ovens, grills, and fryers, with a focus on efficiency and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate meal prep and service during peak hours.
- Monitored ingredient stock levels and communicated needs for replenishment to supervisors.
- Participated in daily inventory checks to assist in managing food costs effectively.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Community Liaison Worker
Victory Rehab
Alamo, TX
01.2025 - Current
- Facilitated communication between clients and service providers to enhance collaboration.
- Developed community outreach programs to increase awareness of available rehabilitation services.
- Coordinated support groups for clients, fostering a sense of community and shared experiences.
- Assisted in the evaluation of client needs to tailor rehabilitation plans effectively.
- Established partnerships with local businesses and organizations, leveraging resources to support community initiatives.
Moving Helper
Blessings Furniture Store
San Juan, TX
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted in loading and unloading furniture to ensure timely delivery.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently pack and secure items for transport.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to promote safety.
- Operated hand trucks and dollies for moving heavy items effectively.
Drill Instructor
Hidalgo County
Weslaco, TX
06.2015 - 09.2016
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance physical fitness and discipline among recruits.
- Conducted evaluations of recruits' performance, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols during training exercises, mitigating risks for all participants.
- Mentored junior instructors in effective teaching techniques and disciplinary strategies.
- Coordinated drill schedules to optimize training efficiency and resource allocation.
- Facilitated team-building activities that fostered camaraderie and unit cohesion among recruits.
- Assessed individual recruit needs to tailor instruction methods for diverse learning styles.
- Collaborated with leadership to refine training curricula based on evolving departmental goals.
0311 Infantry Rifleman 8154 Team Member
Marine Corps
Bremerton, WA
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Executed tactical maneuvers in diverse environments to achieve mission objectives.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance unit cohesion and operational effectiveness.
- Conducted reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence and support strategic planning.
- Trained junior Marines on weapon systems and combat tactics, fostering skill development.
- Improved operational readiness through rigorous drills and maintenance inspections of equipment.
- Implemented safety protocols during training exercises, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Analyzed mission outcomes to refine strategies and improve future performance metrics.
- Led small teams in high-pressure scenarios, demonstrating effective decision-making under stress.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Led fire teams during battle drills and training exercises.
- Supported humanitarian relief efforts by providing aid, security, and logistical support to affected communities.
- Maintained accurate inventory of weapons, ammunition, and equipment for effective resource management during deployments.
- Increased operational efficiency through meticulous planning and execution of missions in various environments.
- Improved unit readiness by participating in rigorous physical fitness programs and maintaining high standards of personal discipline.
- Conducted reconnaissance patrols to gather vital intelligence, enabling successful mission completion.
- Maximized mission success with precise marksmanship skills, consistently hitting targets at long range distances.
- Displayed adaptability by quickly learning new tactics, techniques, and weapon systems when faced with evolving threats or mission requirements.
- Responded effectively to emergency situations, applying basic first aid and life-saving techniques when necessary.
- Provided security during high-risk operations, ensuring the safety of personnel and assets.
- Performed essential maintenance tasks on individual weapons systems to ensure optimal reliability during critical missions.
- Demonstrated leadership skills as a fireteam leader, effectively managing personnel assignments and coordinating tactical movements under pressure.
- Managed sensitive classified information and maintained high standards of operational security to safeguard mission objectives.
- Participated in joint exercises with other military branches to foster teamwork and improve overall combat effectiveness.
- Served as a mentor for junior Marines, offering guidance on professional development and career progression opportunities within the infantry field.
- Enhanced team performance by conducting regular training sessions on tactics and techniques.
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
- Established defensive positions to protect against enemy forces.
- Utilized advanced tactics to engage and neutralize enemy combatants.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Trained new infantry soldiers on standard operating procedures.
- Instructed squad members on proper use of weapons and equipment.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
Secretary
Law Office of Juan Alvarez and Melissa Canales
Edinburg, TX
03.2008 - 09.2009
- Managed scheduling and calendar coordination for attorneys, ensuring optimal time management.
- Drafted and formatted legal documents, maintaining accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Facilitated communication between clients and legal staff, enhancing client service experience.
- Organized case files and maintained document databases, improving retrieval efficiency.
- Assisted in billing processes by preparing invoices and tracking payments accurately.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
- Maintained electronic filing systems and categorized documents.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
Receptionist
Law Office of Albert Garcia
Alamo, TX
03.2004 - 05.2006
- Managed front desk operations, ensuring seamless client interactions and appointment scheduling.
- Coordinated communication between clients and attorneys, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Maintained accurate filing systems for legal documents, improving retrieval processes.
- Assisted in billing inquiries, providing timely information to clients and facilitating payments.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
- Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
- Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
- Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
- Assisted with onboarding new clients and securing paperwork completion.
Cook
Stars Burgers
Alamo, TX
03.2005 - 08.2005
- Prepared and cooked high-quality menu items in fast-paced environment.
- Ensured adherence to food safety regulations and sanitation practices.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, maintaining optimal functionality.
- Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff on cooking techniques and procedures.
Education
Electrical Technician - Electrical Work
Southern Careers Institute
Brownsville, TX11-2023
Infantry
United States Marines
Camp Lejune, NC01-2015
Diploma - undefined
PSJA High School
Alamo, TX06-2007
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Business Management
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX12-2029
Skills
- Customer Service
- Data Entry
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PPT)
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Typing (40 WPM)
- Bilingual (English, Spanish)
- Pallet Jack knowledge
- Workplace Safety
- Electrical Wiring
- Conductors
- Residential, Commercial, Industrial Components
- AC/DC Motors and Controls
- Cat V/Coax Cable Connections
- Conduit Rigid and EMT
- Cable Trays
- Terminating electrical panels
- Experience with grounding electrical distributions to specific code requirements
- Knowledgeable with electrical testing equipment: multimeter, voltmeter and amp meter
- Understand wiring schematics upon blueprint requests
- Installing Junction Box and supporting conduit up to code
- NEC Knowledge
- Power tools
- Hand tools
- Knowledgeable in wiring single pole, three way and four-way switches
- Grounding and Bonding
- Electrical Distribution/Panels
- Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Appliances
- Estimation, testing, inspections, & applicable codes
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Cooking techniques
- Knife skills
- Sanitation
- Supply restocking
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Order verification
- Effective planner
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Labor management
- Positive and professional
- Focused and disciplined
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Organization and time management
- Decision-making
- Problem resolution
- Data collection
- Cultural history
- Community networking
- Fundraising
- Teamwork
- Certified in CPR/AED
- De-escalation techniques
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- Professional demeanor
Affiliations
- Lions Club
- Knights of Columbus
- Alamo Resurrection Church volunteer
- ACTS community
Certification
- Licensed-Electrical Apprentice -Texas Dept. of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR)# 308356 Exp. 11/17/2023
- Certified-National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)
Timeline
Cook/cashier
Landmark on Tower
02.2026 - Current
Community Liaison Worker
Victory Rehab
01.2025 - Current
Moving Helper
Blessings Furniture Store
08.2024 - 10.2024
Drill Instructor
Hidalgo County
06.2015 - 09.2016
0311 Infantry Rifleman 8154 Team Member
Marine Corps
01.2010 - 01.2015
Secretary
Law Office of Juan Alvarez and Melissa Canales
03.2008 - 09.2009
Cook
Stars Burgers
03.2005 - 08.2005
Receptionist
Law Office of Albert Garcia
03.2004 - 05.2006
Infantry
United States Marines
Diploma - undefined
PSJA High School
Electrical Technician - Electrical Work
Southern Careers Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Business Management
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley