Orlando Varela
El Mirage
Summary
Observant and professional individual with extensive knowledge of MiG welding and stick material use. Highly skilled in cost-cutting without sacrificing quality and dedicated to completing projects on time. Skilled in stick welding with basic training in cutting and fitting on carbon steel/ aluminum pipe material. Dynamic professional with a proven track record in the food service and retail sectors, notably at Sun Health AZ. Excelled in inventory control and interpersonal skills, significantly enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Skilled in fostering team collaboration and optimizing workflows, leading to a marked increase in profitability and waste reduction. Helpful produce associate experienced in all aspects of the produce department, including ordering, receiving, merchandising, stocking, hiring, and training new staff members. Dedicated to maintaining a full and fresh produce department through proper rotation of products. Delights customers with the freshest inventory and widest selection available. Creative groundskeeper experienced in both residential and commercial grounds maintenance. Known for skillfully obtaining and sustaining plant health and enhancing the beauty of grounds. Committed to meeting property owner needs and desires.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Worker
Sun Health Az
12.2024 - Current
- Served and assisted diners by carrying plates of food, taking and delivering beverage orders and refilling glasses
- Processed customer payments and balanced cash drawers
- Greeted customers and answered inquiries regarding menu items and specials
- Adjusted food preparation methods in accordance with customer requests
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices
- Utilized POS system to receive and process food and beverage orders
- Demonstrated knowledge of menu items and corresponding ingredients
- Followed safety and sanitation policies while handling food and beverages to uphold proper health standards
Produce Associate
Walmart Superstore
07.2020 - 11.2024
- Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows
- Planned attractive produce displays, using color and texture to enhance
- Orchestrated performance-oriented environment by closely supporting team members
- Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers
- Coached and mentored new team members
- Maintained produce area and kept produce storage area clean and sanitary
- Kept department equipment in working order and advised general manager of equipment repair or replacement needs
- Assisted customers with produce questions
- Selected items for specials and marked down items to reduce losses
Cashier
McDonald's
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy
- Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers
Landscape Worker
Personal Employer
08.2018 - 12.2019
- Assisted in installing underground sprinkler systems to provide grass and gardens with adequate water supply
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability
- Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming
- Answered questions and addressed customer concerns according to rigorous timetables, supporting diverse lawn health and landscape development requests
- Diagnosed problems with equipment and performed regular maintenance for long-term functionality
- Completed timesheets and project reports on time to maintain client files for future reference
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up
- Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment
- Mowed lawns using self-propelled and riding mowers
- Landscaped yards by planting flowers, grass, trees, and bushes
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning
- Performed weekly groundskeeping and building maintenance for multiple satisfied customers
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards
- Prepared soil for planting and sowing
- Designed programs for landscape maintenance, pest management, composting, and other related topics
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape
Education
AWS D1.1 - Welding
Arizona Automotive Institute (AAI)
Glendale, AZ03.2025
Skills
- Work station sanitation
- Work station setup
- Supply stocking
- Diverse mathematics
- ServSafe
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Multitasking
- Working with diverse people
- Complex Problem-solving
- Interpersonal skills
- Apprenticeship level welding skills on processes like SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and FCAW
- Handy with acetylene torch and plasma cutter
- Basic level fitter work
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of 15 in the development of assignment completion.
- Completed manager training program.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Food Service Worker
Sun Health Az
12.2024 - Current
Produce Associate
Walmart Superstore
07.2020 - 11.2024
Cashier
McDonald's
08.2019 - 05.2020
Landscape Worker
Personal Employer
08.2018 - 12.2019
AWS D1.1 - Welding
Arizona Automotive Institute (AAI)
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