Julian Torres
La Jolla,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Business/Managerial Economics student with experience in project coordination and operations management. Led contract revisions for $1.8M in home projects at Leon's Construction while facilitating communication between English and Spanish clients. Managed client subscriptions for 450+ businesses at the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce and coordinated events attended by over 250 companies. Currently, serve as an officer in Big Eats, supporting first-generation college students.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Chipotle
La Jolla, California
01.2026 - Current
- Kitchen manager at Chipotle with experience in high-volume food production, prep team coordination, and training new hires on strict food safety standards, supporting estimated $300,000+ in sales since January.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards to ensure safe food handling practices.
- Trained crew members on cooking procedures and kitchen cleanliness.
- Coached and mentored staff to enhance skills and promote professional growth.
Assistant to the Project Manager
Leon's Construction
Coachella, CA
06.2026 - 09.2026
- Assisted lead general contractor and project manager at Leon’s Construction, supporting clients through full EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) process. Provided Spanish-English interpretation and translation to enhance communication between clients and team. Developed knowledge of project management and EPC workflows, contributing to contract reviews with clients.
- Monitored and organized permits and approvals for ongoing construction projects, ensuring compliance and timelines were met.
Assistant Operations Manager
Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce
Indio, California
06.2024 - 09.2024
- During my summer internship at the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce, I supported the operations office by contacting clients and managing their subscriptions with the Chamber. I helped organize and run events, including business mixers, ribbon-cuttings, and friendly auctions, working with over 250 companies. I also learned ChamberMaster and two related systems, strengthening my skills in client communication, event coordination, and organization.
This experience gave me a firsthand look at how a business organization operates and deepened my interest in a career in business management. - Coordinated events, meetings, and community programs for Greater Coachella Valley members, enhancing member engagement and community involvement.
- Managed calendars for operations and leadership teams, optimizing scheduling and internal coordination., scheduling, and internal coordination for operations and leadership teams.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Economics
University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA06-2028
Skills
- Food safety management
- Client communication
- Kitchen operations
- Inventory management
- Cost control
- Operations coordination
- Team leadership
- Project management
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant to the Project Manager
Leon's Construction
06.2026 - 09.2026
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Chipotle
01.2026 - Current
Assistant Operations Manager
Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce
06.2024 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Economics
University of California, San Diego