Juan Manuel Contreras
The Bronx
Summary
Dependable and hardworking professional skilled in keeping interior and exterior spaces clean and well-maintained. Accustomed to sweeping, mopping, vacuuming floors, restocking bathrooms, removing trash, cleaning windows and completing all other types of routine and deep cleaning.
Reliable professional with background in facility maintenance and cleanliness. Known for high productivity levels and ability to efficiently complete tasks with precision. Skilled in operating cleaning machinery, chemical handling and safety protocols, and waste management practices. Excelling through strong organizational skills, adaptability, and teamwork to ensure environments are sanitary and welcoming.
Lots of experience in deep cleaning and dishwashing in high-demand places, which is why I am able to work efficiently under pressure for long periods of time. I also have creativity for problem solving. I have the ability to work appropriately with all my coworkers, maintaining a good relationship based on respect, acceptance, and help. I am a person with a lot of energy and motivation to progress, I work very hard, I never get stuck, I believe that every day is an opportunity to learn new things and be better, I am also punctual, intelligent, respectful and responsible, and I can adapt to any work environment, policies, and rules.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Cleaner
Safety Facility Services
New York
03.2025 - Current
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping or vacuuming.
- Completed deep-cleaning floor buffing, carpet cleaning, duct cleaning and wall washing.
- Cleaned windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using soapy water or other cleaners.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, sinks, countertops, mirrors, and floors.
- Removed trash bags, broke down boxes and placed recyclable materials in designated disposal areas.
- Vacuumed carpeted areas and mopped solid surfaces with proper chemical solutions.
- Stocked supplies such as soap, toilet paper, and paper towels in restrooms.
- Collected trash from floors within hallways, bathrooms and work areas.
- Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
- Monitored supply levels and requested new items to maintain completing daily cleaning tasks.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Dusted furniture, machines or equipment.
Kitchen Porter
Deborah Miller Catering & Events
New York
09.2024 - Current
- Complete deep cleaning for all the building including floors, walls, bathroom, freezers, ovens, grills, stoves, griddle, fryer, ventilation, drainage, pastry machines and trash cans.
- Quickly watching of large variety of industrial kitchen utensils by hand or using dishwashing machine.
- Constant change of garbage bags in the bins throughout the building
- Deposit all garbage in the corresponding container for been taken away by the truck.
- Washed and sanitized plates using industrial dishwashers according to manufacturer instructions.
- Load and unload vans and trucks with orders for deliveries
- Carried out regular maintenance tasks on kitchen equipment.
- Cleaned and sanitized work surfaces, equipment, utensils, dishes, and pots.
- Restocked pantry with nonperishable food items to prevent stock from running low.
- Ensured proper storage of food supplies to minimize waste and maintain freshness.
- Use properly large variety of cleaning solutions like soap, sanitizer, degreaser acid, Clorox and more.
- Stocked shelves with dry goods for use by cooks and chefs.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.
- Facilitated efficient communication between kitchen staff and front-of-house teams.
- Re-stocked clean washcloths, paper towels, sponges and other cleaning supplies.
- Received deliveries of food items from suppliers and unloaded them into the appropriate storage areas.
- Handled glassware, crystal, and other fragile items with exceptional care to prevent breakage.
- Managed garbage disposal and recycling in accordance with kitchen protocols.
- Assisted in food preparation tasks such as washing, peeling, cutting, and basic cooking under chef's guidance.
Dishwasher
Cecconi's
New York
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Operated commercial dishwashing machines efficiently.
- Managed dish area organization and cleanliness.
- Adhered to sanitary regulations to prevent contamination with food products.
- Hand-washed items unsuitable for machine washing.
- Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area at regular intervals throughout shift.
- Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.
- Used pressurized faucet sprayer effectively to wash large quantities of dishes.
- Checked temperatures of dishwashing machines to ensure proper functioning.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning filters in the dishwashing machine.
- Stocked service areas with clean plates, bowls, cups, and other items as needed.
- Re-stocked clean washcloths, paper towels, sponges and other cleaning supplies.
- Transported clean dishes and supplies from kitchen to front of house staff for opening shift.
- Scrubbed pots, pans and trays by hand or cleaned using industrial washing machine.
- Handled glassware, crystal, and other fragile items with exceptional care to prevent breakage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Melanie Klein School
11-2021
Physics
Nacional University of Colombia
Skills
- Deep cleaning
- Chemical handling
- Food safety
- Waste management
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Health and hygiene standards
- Willingness to learn
- Multitasking capacity
- Sanitation techniques
- Self motivation
- Complex Problem-solving
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Timeline
Cleaner
Safety Facility Services
03.2025 - Current
Kitchen Porter
Deborah Miller Catering & Events
09.2024 - Current
Dishwasher
Cecconi's
01.2024 - 09.2024
High School Diploma -
Melanie Klein School
Physics
Nacional University of Colombia