Miguel Arellano
Colton,CA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Worker/Delivery Driver
Colton Joint Unified School District
09.2019 - Current
- Helped maintain an organized stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock regularly as required.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Maximized available storage space by utilizing vertical stacking techniques when arranging inventory items.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Conducted regular inspections and audits to check quality and verify inventory levels.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
Event Chef
Summit Events Productions
04.2020 - 01.2024
- Cooked for large groups of people and managing various types of food for large events.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Observed federal and local kitchen safety regulations to prevent food borne illnesses.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Increased efficiency for large-scale events by streamlining food preparation processes and optimizing kitchen workflows.
- Achieved seamless event execution by coordinating closely with event planners, vendors, and front-of-house staff.
- Followed all safety instructions to avoid injuries when operating heavy equipment in kitchen.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
FOH Manager
Taps Fish House & Brewery
09.2007 - 04.2019
- Utilized upselling techniques to maximize revenue and increase customer satisfaction.
- Monitored and adjusted pricing, discounts and promotions to maximize profitability.
- Elevated team performance with regular training sessions, addressing areas of improvement and promoting best practices.
- Performed cash handling activities and secured nightly bank deposits.
- Ensured compliance with health codes, safety regulations, and company policies through diligent oversight of daily operations.
- Increased repeat business by creating personalized interactions with guests and recognizing loyal customers'' preferences.
- Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure adequate stock availability while minimizing waste and spoilage costs.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Streamlined reservation processes for enhanced guest experiences and increased bookings.
- Inspected stocks to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
- Enhanced communication between FOH staff members by holding daily pre-shift meetings updating on changes in menus or promotions.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Managed day-to-day FOH operations to drive quality, standards, and meet customer expectations.
- Improved customer satisfaction by implementing efficient front-of-house operations and staff management techniques.
- Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
- Handled customer complaints effectively, resolving issues promptly to maintain brand reputation and garner positive reviews.
- Oversaw staff schedules to ensure optimal coverage during peak hours without exceeding labor budget constraints.
- Addressed guest concerns and resolved all issues to guests' satisfaction.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and offering competitive compensation packages.
- Maximized table turnover rate through effective floor plans and strategic server assignments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ramona High School
Riverside, CA06.1997
Skills
- Truck Driving
- Storage Area Maintenance
- Sorting and Labeling
- Problem-Solving
- Pallet Jack Handling
- Inventory Tracking
- Forklift Operations
- Truck loading and unloading
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Inventory Management
- Warehouse equipment maintenance
- Lifting and sorting
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Invoice Verification
- Inventory organization
- Punctual and Dependable
- Recruitment and hiring
- Event Coordination
Certification
ServeSafe Certificate EXP 2027
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Event Chef
Summit Events Productions
04.2020 - 01.2024
Warehouse Worker/Delivery Driver
Colton Joint Unified School District
09.2019 - Current
FOH Manager
Taps Fish House & Brewery
09.2007 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
Ramona High School
ServeSafe Certificate EXP 2027
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