Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Languages
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Certification
Accomplishments
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Omar De La Cruz

Summary

Reliable and enthusiastic hospitality professional with strong customer service, time management, and multitasking skills. Experienced in handling orders, managing supplies, and resolving guest concerns. A punctual team player with a strong work ethic, ready to support a fast-paced bartending environment. Dedicated to customer satisfaction, cleanliness and supply management. Highly productive and diligent with excellent conflict management and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bar Back

Pacific Coast club
Vandenberg Space Force
10.2024 - Current
  • Assisted with bar setup and maintenance, stocked supplies, prepped garnishes, replaced kegs, cleaned equipment.
  • Provided bartending support for high-profile events, including annual awards ceremonies, ALS graduations, promotions, retirements, and farewell parties; assisted with banquet service for events hosting over 200 guests, ensuring timely drink preparation, restocking supplies, and maintaining a clean and organized bar area to support smooth event operations and guest satisfaction.

Gym receptionist

Duane Fitness Center
Vandenberg Space Force base
04.2020 - Current
  • He delivered gracious telephone service by answering calls knowledgeably and providing accurate information.
  • I was greeted and assisted with check-in inquiries.
  • Ensured gym equipment was maintained and ready for use.
  • Helped keep the gym environment clean and welcoming.

Head Lifeguard

30th FSS Vandenberg Air Force base
Vandenberg Family Aquatic Center
05.2019 - 09.2024
  • Monitor activities within the assigned swimming facility.
  • Rescue and resuscitate individuals in danger of drowning and render first aid to injuries.
  • Clean and maintain the swimming facility.
  • Participate in required in-service training and maintain currency, capability, and certification to perform lifesaving and water rescue, administer basic first aid and CPR, and provide water safety instruction for the activities and skill levels taught.
  • Knowledge of a variety of lifesaving, first aid, CPR, water safety instruction, and associated techniques and procedures as would be acquired through previous experience.

Busser, Food Runner

Solvang Brewing Company
Solvang
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assisted with food delivery, table upkeep, and guest needs to support a clean, efficient, and positive dining experience.

Recreation Aid- Outdoor Recreation

30th FSS Vandenberg Air Force base
Vandenberg Air Force base
05.2019 - 01.2023
  • Supported recreation staff with facility operations and maintenance; handled equipment setup, rentals (e.g., campers, kayaks, bikes), and customer service; managed reservations, payments, and scheduling; ensured cleanliness and safety of recreation areas; delivered reports and maintained inventory.

Lifeguard, Head LG, Swim Instructor

City of Lompoc
Lompoc
06.2017 - 09.2019
  • Responding to emergencies in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Observed recreational users to detect safety concerns.

Education

Associates - science

Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria
05.2023

Skills

  • Customer Inquiries
  • Bar setup
  • Supply restocking
  • Garnish preparation
  • Bartender backup
  • Welcoming guest
  • Answering phone calls
  • Team working
  • Communication skills

References

upon request

Languages

Spanish, bilingual

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Certification

ServSafe California Food Handler

Servsafe Alcohol California Course

DRAM shop training

Accomplishments

  • NAF 1 of the quarter 1 July-30 September 2024
  • Recognized as Hawk of the week 11 October 2024

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bar Back

Pacific Coast club
10.2024 - Current

Busser, Food Runner

Solvang Brewing Company
04.2023 - 08.2023

Gym receptionist

Duane Fitness Center
04.2020 - Current

Head Lifeguard

30th FSS Vandenberg Air Force base
05.2019 - 09.2024

Recreation Aid- Outdoor Recreation

30th FSS Vandenberg Air Force base
05.2019 - 01.2023

Lifeguard, Head LG, Swim Instructor

City of Lompoc
06.2017 - 09.2019

Associates - science

Allan Hancock College