Joseph Garcia
Alice,US
Summary
Hardworking and resourceful, with a meticulous eye for detail and a well-organized personality. I can adapt to any job and be a loyal resource to the team while following exact specifications. Dedicated candidate with extensive experience providing support to animals. Skilled in monitoring animal vitals and meeting task deadlines. Highly organized and works well in team environments. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Animal Technician
Inotiv
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with researchers to design and execute study protocols involving various animal species.
- Facilitated communication between research teams and veterinary staff regarding updates on animal health status or protocol modifications.
- Enhanced animal welfare by implementing proper handling techniques and maintaining clean housing environments.
- Prepared animals for studies by administering test substances through various routes such as oral gavage or intravenous injection.
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations and institutional guidelines by adhering to standard operating procedures during all aspects of animal care.
- Monitored environmental conditions within animal facilities to maintain optimal temperature, humidity, light cycles, and air quality for each species housed.
- Recognized and reported any signs of illness or distress in lab animals, ensuring prompt veterinary attention when needed.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a supportive team environment that ensured the success of research projects.
- Maintained detailed records on individual animals including identification, health status, test procedures performed, and study outcomes.
BOH Line Cook
Chili's Grill & Bar
Alice
02.2019 - 06.2023
- Kept well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity
- Ensured that proper portion sizes were followed and that high food quality standards were consistently met
- Ensured that meal preparation and delivery went smoothly and on time
- Checked the temperature of the meat, adhering to strict food safety and preparation standards prior to plating and serving dishes
- Kept the kitchen staff's skill level up by properly coaching, counseling, and disciplining them
- Adapted meals based on FOH tickets while maintaining accuracy and efficiency in the kitchen
- Cleaned areas on a regular basis to ensure sanitary and safety standards, as well as to improve service flow
- Ensured that food handling, cleaning, and sanitation protocols were followed to ensure that staff and customers were safe
- Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination
- Mentored staff on kitchen goals and daily work expectations and parameters
- Taught new employees about proper food preparation, storage, kitchen equipment use, sanitation, and safety
- Learned every possible Position in BOH while maintaining a proper attitude and atmosphere for 4+ years
Shoe Salesman
Academy Sports + Outdoors
Corpus Christi
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Worked diligently to meet or exceed special goals, such as credit card applications, special donations, and specific product promotions, on a regular basis
- Restocked the sales floor and reorganized the shelves, racks, and bins for a cleaner look
- Assisted customers in completing purchases, locating items, and enrolling in reward programs in order to increase customer loyalty, satisfaction, and sales
- Kept an eye on customers for signs of security issues and reported them to management
- Informed customers about personalized shoe options based on their level of activity, style preferences, and foot type
- Provided exceptional customer service and drove retention by communicating accurate information about promotions, customer programs, and products
- Greeted customers with a smile and offered prompt and dedicated assistance.
Line Cook
IHOP
Alice
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Made the same dishes several times a day with the same level of care, attention to detail, and quality
- Kept well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity
- Made food according to recipes, portioning, cooking, and waste management guidelines
- Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients, and workstations when opening and closing the kitchen
- Closed/ Kitchen to spec.
Meat Cutter
Ralph's Grocery
Alice
04.2017 - 10.2017
- Prepared Several custom meat orders, requests, and wholesale services on a daily basis
- Was in charge of meat inspections and maintaining a proper temperature environment
- Cleaned equipment and work areas to maintain health and sanitation standards.
Education
Animal Science -
Texas A&M University - Kingsville
Kingsville, TXIndustrial Instrumentation -
Del Mar College Windward Campus
Corpus Christi, TXDigital Media - Associate of Arts -
Coastal Bend College
Alice, TX01.2022
High School -
Alice High School
Alice, TX01.2018
Skills
- Creative ingenuity
- Attentive to detail
- Microsoft proficiency
- Computer literate
- Photography experience
- Creative problem solving
- Food preparation
- Adaptability
- Integrity
- Strong work ethic
- Team building
- Critical thinking
- Team Leadership
- Quick learner
- Safety Compliance
- Animal Restraint Techniques
- Immunization Administration
- Animal Health Monitoring
- Record Keeping Abilities
- Animal behavior observation
- Equipment Disinfection
Timeline
Lab Animal Technician
Inotiv
01.2024 - Current
Shoe Salesman
Academy Sports + Outdoors
07.2021 - 11.2021
BOH Line Cook
Chili's Grill & Bar
02.2019 - 06.2023
Line Cook
IHOP
01.2018 - 01.2019
Meat Cutter
Ralph's Grocery
04.2017 - 10.2017
Animal Science -
Texas A&M University - Kingsville
Industrial Instrumentation -
Del Mar College Windward Campus
Digital Media - Associate of Arts -
Coastal Bend College
High School -
Alice High School