Joshua Lema
Round Rock,TX
Summary
Dynamic Reconciliation Specialist with proven expertise at GM Culinary in reducing financial discrepancies and enhancing interdepartmental communication. Skilled in financial reconciliation and adept at problem-solving, excelling in managing high volumes of data while ensuring accuracy and precision in all transactions. Committed to driving efficiency and collaboration within teams.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Reconciliation Specialist
GM Culinary
Austin, Texas
12.2020 - Current
- Reduced financial discrepancies by consistently monitoring and resolving account variances.
- Ensured timely completion of reconciliations by adhering to strict deadlines and prioritizing tasks effectively.
- Managed high volumes of transaction data efficiently while maintaining attention-to-detail necessary for accurate reconciliations.
- Actively participated in team meetings, sharing insights on best practices to enhance overall department performance.
- Improved communication between departments through regular collaboration on reconciliation matters.
Purchasing Assistant
GM Culinary
Austin, Texas
12.2019 - 05.2020
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing, and documentation over 3 locations for audit purposes.
- Established and managed supplier and vendor relationships.
- Prepared purchase orders accurately and followed up with suppliers to confirm receipt and delivery schedules.
- Verified receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered and resolved shipment order errors with suppliers.
- Collaborated with other departments to identify opportunities for cost reduction or process improvements within the purchasing function.
Receiving Clerk
GM Culinary
Austin, Texas
02.2017 - 12.2019
- Maintained tidy, organized and safe work area to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Regularly reviewed invoices and double-checked orders.
- Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in cafe storage areas.
- Reduced errors and discrepancies by meticulously verifying shipment contents against purchase orders and invoices.
Cafe Administrator
Flagship Facility Services Inc.
Fort Worth, Texas
10.2016 - 01.2017
- Posted daily menus on internal tool for clients.
- Created food signage indicating potential allergens and dietary restrictions.
- Oversaw FOH operations to ensure products were ready for daily operations.
- Uploaded appropriate documentation in order for reconciliation team to pay vendor invoices.
Catering Coordinator
Flagship Facility Services Inc.
Menlo Park, California
07.2015 - 10.2016
- Analyzed catering orders and liaised with staff to set up equipment, supplies and menus to meet client expectations.
- Expedited setup and breakdown of events, minimizing disruptions to client''s schedules.
- Worked with chef teams to develop menus catered towards the clients specifications.
Cook
Flagship Facility Services Inc.
Menlo Park, California
06.2013 - 07.2015
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Collaborated with management team to develop new menu items.
- Prepared diverse cuisines to meet customer dietary needs and preferences, elevating dining experience.
Front of House Employee
Flagship Facility Services Inc.
Palo Alto, California
01.2011 - 06.2013
- Maintained a clean and welcoming environment for guests, contributing to positive dining experiences.
- Performed opening and closing duties diligently, ensuring the cafe was ready for optimal operations each day.
- Contributed to team efficiency by promptly completing side work tasks during downtime periods.
- Trained new front of house employees on company policies, menu knowledge, and customer service techniques for seamless integration into the team.
Education
High School Diploma -
John F. Kennedy
Fremont, CA2007
Skills
- Reconciliation monitoring
- Organization skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Microsoft Excel
- Credit management
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Vendor relationships
- Purchase orders
- Data entry
- Effective communication
Timeline
Reconciliation Specialist
GM Culinary
12.2020 - Current
Purchasing Assistant
GM Culinary
12.2019 - 05.2020
Receiving Clerk
GM Culinary
02.2017 - 12.2019
Cafe Administrator
Flagship Facility Services Inc.
10.2016 - 01.2017
Catering Coordinator
Flagship Facility Services Inc.
07.2015 - 10.2016
Cook
Flagship Facility Services Inc.
06.2013 - 07.2015
Front of House Employee
Flagship Facility Services Inc.
01.2011 - 06.2013
High School Diploma -
John F. Kennedy
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