Josue Traitel

• Managed contract execution, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and organizational policies.
• Reviewed and evaluated contractor performance, providing constructive feedback for process improvements.
• Analyzed procurement documents to verify accuracy, enhancing overall contract integrity.
• Developed training materials for staff on contracting procedures and best practices.
• Oversaw budget management for multiple contracts totaling $3.1 million, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring financial reporting accuracy.
• Conducted market research to identify potential vendors and assess industry standards for procurement strategies.
• Used as a translator when needed for the Command Center.
• Collateral Duties: Access and Control Manager, Building Manager (10,000 sq. ft.), Duty Section Watch Coordinator (50 members).
• Liaison between two units (Sector Houston-Galveston USCG and Base Galveston USCG).

• Supervised daily food service operations to ensure adherence to safety and sanitation standards.
• Trained staff on food preparation techniques and equipment usage for optimal efficiency.
• Coordinated meal planning and inventory management to minimize waste and streamline service.
• Implemented quality control measures to enhance food presentation and taste consistency.
• Conducted regular inspections of kitchen equipment to ensure functionality and compliance with regulations.
• Closely monitored food safety procedures ensure consistent adherence to HACCP guidelines, preventing foodborne illnesses.
• Tracked food production levels, meal counts, and supply costs.
• Coordinated schedules of multiple shifts to maximize coverage while minimizing labor costs during slow periods or seasonal fluctuations in business volume.

• Developed and implemented menu strategies to enhance dining experience and meet diverse dietary needs
• Analyzed customer feedback to refine services and enhance guest satisfaction levels.
• Established budgeting processes for departmental expenditures, improving financial accountability.
• Directed event planning initiatives, coordinating logistics for successful large-scale gatherings.
• Managed budgets effectively, controlling costs through efficient inventory management and supplier negotiations.

Collateral Duty (Translator SPR0001)

• Delivered real-time Spanish–English translation during counter-drug, migrant interdiction, and search-and-rescue missions, directly enabling clear communication with foreign nationals and partner agencies.
• Supported law enforcement boarding teams by translating interviews, statements, and vessel documentation, ensuring accurate intelligence collection, and legally defensible case packages.
• Played a key role in the identification and interdiction of narcotics-smuggling vessels, translating critical information that guided tactical decisions and operational outcomes.
• Facilitated joint operations with partner nations by interpreting radio, phone, and in-person communications, strengthening interoperability, and mission coordination.

• Managed all dry storage, refrigeration, and frozen food inventory for Sector San Juan’s galley, ensuring accurate forecasting and an uninterrupted supply to support 300+ daily meals.
• Maintained 100% accountability of all subsistence items through meticulous inventory tracking, proper labeling, stock rotation, and documentation in accordance with Coast Guard supply regulations.
• Conducted weekly, monthly, and quarterly inventories, identifying discrepancies, and implementing corrective actions that improved accuracy and reduced food loss and waste.
• Ensured proper storage conditions—including temperature monitoring, sanitation, and pest control—while maintaining full compliance with HACCP, ServSafe, and health inspection standards.
• Coordinated with vendors and purchasing personnel to receive, inspect, and verify deliveries, ensuring quality, quantity, and contract compliance for all food and supply materials.
• Streamlined storage organization and workflow, reducing retrieval time for cooks, and improving galley efficiency during high-tempo meal production periods.
• Identified expiring or overstocked items, and adjusted usage plans to minimize waste and improve cost control, without compromising meal quality.
• Supported menu planning and production forecasting by providing accurate inventory data to the Culinary Specialist leadership team.
• Assisted with emergency and hurricane readiness by securing stock, updating disaster provisions, and ensuring adequate reserves for sustained operational support.
• Collaborated with the Food Service Officer and Leading Petty Officer on compliance audits and galley inspections, earning praise for organization, cleanliness, and accountability.
• Deployed from Sector San Juan to multiple Coast Guard cutters to serve as a Spanish–English translator, providing critical communication support during counter-drug, migrant interdiction, and search-and-rescue missions.

• Managed the cutter’s food service program independently, planning menus, ordering provisions, and executing meal production that sustained crew readiness during extended patrols.
• Ensured full compliance with Coast Guard food safety, sanitation, and galley inspection standards while operating in remote, high-tempo maritime environments.
• Delivered on-the-spot Spanish–English translation during boarding operations, improving communication with foreign crews, and supporting accurate case development.
• Translated critical operational information for the command during counter-drug and migrant interdiction encounters, directly impacting tactical decision-making.
• Coordinated all subsistence purchasing, inventory control, and budget management, maximizing limited storage space, and ensuring mission endurance at sea.
• Provided cultural and linguistic insight to boarding teams, enhancing crew safety and professionalism during multinational maritime engagements.

• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Served as a translator aboard the USCGC Mohawk, supporting JIATF-S counter-narcotics operations, Haiti earthquake humanitarian missions, and maritime capacity-building initiatives in Africa, enabling clear communication and mission success.

• Managed and maintained mission-critical equipment, communications gear, and supplies, ensuring unit readiness for long-range reconnaissance operations.
• Maintained 100% accountability of sensitive and high-value assets, reducing loss, and enhancing operational effectiveness in austere environments.
• Assisted in planning and executing reconnaissance missions, providing logistical and tactical support that directly contributed to mission success.
• Trained and supervised junior soldiers on equipment handling, deployment procedures, and operational readiness, improving team efficiency and performance.
• Coordinated resupply and transportation of specialized gear to field locations, ensuring uninterrupted operational capability during extended exercises and deployments.