Philipos Ammanuel
Oakland,CA
Summary
Versatile transportation and hospitality professional with experience in valet parking, delivery routing, and passenger transport. Strong background in key control, vehicle inspection, GPS navigation, and safety procedures, with a focus on dependable service and efficient daily operations.
Overview
2
2
Languages
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Ambassador Ev
Meta Facebook Soiree Valet
Menlo Park, California
01.2021 - Current
- Represented Meta Facebook in public events and community programs.
- Supported visitor questions and guided audience conversations.
- Coordinated check-in process at events, ensuring efficient guest arrivals. with event staff and security teams.
- Assisted guests with directions, schedules, and venue questions.
- Streamlined valet services by relaying vehicle and guest information to staff. by relaying vehicle and guest updates.
- Developed event materials, brochures, and presentation items to support employer needs.
driver
uber
San Francisco, California
01.2014 - Current
- Navigated Lyft transport rideshare routes using GPS and live traffic updates.
- Picked up passengers from scheduled locations and completed timely drop-offs.
- Assisted riders with entry, exit, and luggage handling to ensure a seamless experience.
- Communicated with passengers using courteous, calm, and professional service.
- Resolved route changes and pickup issues through Lyft transport app support to ensure timely service.
- Inspected vehicle condition and reported maintenance needs before each shift.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Recorded daily mileage and fuel usage for vehicle tracking.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
driver
Lyft transport
San Francisco, California
01.2014 - Current
- Picked up passengers from scheduled locations and ensured timely drop-offs to enhance rider satisfaction.
- Transported clients efficiently from designated locations to desired destinations, prioritizing comfort and safety. from specific locations to transport and drop off at destinations.
- Navigated Lyft transport rideshare routes using GPS and live traffic updates.
- Assisted riders with entry and exit, and handled luggage to provide a seamless travel experience.
- Maintained a clean vehicle interior and exterior between Lyft transport trips.
- Followed traffic laws and Lyft transport safety procedures during every ride.
- Communicated with passengers using courteous, calm, and professional service.
- Inspected vehicles for cleanliness and checked gas and oil levels prior to departure.
- Delivered packages to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
Valet, bellman
Kessel Uptown hotel
Oakland, California
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Operated courtesy shuttles, ensuring timely transportation of guests to various locations on property grounds.
- Parked and retrieved guest vehicles from hotel valet area
- Managed vehicle keys, ensuring secure storage and access for efficient vehicle retrieval.
- Communicated with front desk and concierge about guest arrivals
- Assisted guests with luggage at entrance and lobby
- Assigned unique tags for customer vehicles, facilitating quick identification and service.
Student Driver
zumi
Oakland, California
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Followed scheduled routes and safety procedures for school transportation.
- Executed zumi student rides by following app-based pickup and dropoff instructions for efficient transportation.
- Inspected vehicle cleanliness, fuel, and basic readiness before trips.
- Assisted students with boarding, seatbelts, and secure placement.
- Maintained calm driving practices in traffic, weather, and busy pickup zones.
- Ensured that all passengers followed school rules while on the bus.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly and calmly.
- Fostered positive relationships with students by engaging with them in a friendly manner during rides. with students while driving them to their destinations.
Delivery Driver
Package All
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Delivered packages along assigned routes for Package All customers.
- Verified addresses and delivery instructions to ensure accurate and timely deliveries.
- Loaded delivery vehicle with parcels, labels, and route paperwork.
- Secured packages to minimize damage during transport and unloading, and enhancing delivery quality.
- Followed traffic laws and company safety procedures throughout shifts.
- Navigated routes using map programs and GPS systems to optimize delivery efficiency.
Driver
Cross Park Valet
11.2008 - 09.2019
- Greeted guests and collected vehicle keys, ensuring smooth check-in for Cross Park Valet parking services.
- Inspected vehicles for existing damage before and after valet handling to maintain service quality.
- Parked vehicles safely in designated Cross Park Valet lots and garages, prioritizing vehicle security.
Delivery
Amazon
San Francisco, California
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Delivered exceptional service to customers in person and via phone, fostering positive relationships.
- Completed daily operations with precision, enhancing overall workflow.
- Collaborated with a diverse team to resolve product and service issues, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
valet, bellman,
Fluor de lys restaurant
09.2011 - 06.2014
- Greeted restaurant guests, delivering prompt and courteous valet service to enhance guest experience.
- Monitored vehicle keys, ensuring organized key control at the valet station for efficient operations.
- Inspected vehicles for visible damage before and after parking.
- Issued ticket stubs at valet station for vehicle identification. and gave customers matching stub for locating parked vehicles.
- Utilized proper safety protocols when operating motor vehicles or handling customer belongings.
- Assisted guests with luggage and special requests upon arrival, ensuring a smooth and welcoming check-in process.
Patient Transport Assistant
Ammanuel clinic
Ethiopia, Addis Ababa
09.2000 - 01.2006
- Coordinated patient movement with nurses, reception, and care teams to ensure timely and safe transport at Ammannel Clinic.
- Monitored and addressed patient comfort and mobility needs during transport across Emmanuel Clinic.
- Assisted patients with wheelchair and stretcher transport, enhancing their mobility throughout the facility at Ammanuel Clinic.
- Sanitize transport equipment, wheelchairs, and stretchers using clinic infection-control standards.
Hospitality Worker
universal general hospital
Ethiopia, Addis Ababa
02.2001 - 03.2004
- Welcomed customers to the property and offered immediate assistance with needs.
- Delivered attentive customer service, ensuring satisfaction throughout the dining experience.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, fostering positive relationships with patrons.
- Provided food service to customers, ensuring timely delivery and satisfaction. and drinks to customers in a timely manner.
- Cleaned tables, chairs, dishes, cutlery and glassware after each meal period ended.
- Delivered patient meals and collected trays across Universal General Hospital units.
- Welcomed visitors to a hospital, providing information and assistance. and guided families through hospital departments, enhancing their experience and comfort.
- Responded to patient requests and relayed needs to nursing staff.
- Transported supplies, equipment, and documents between Universal General Hospital departments.
Education
GED -
Grace College
Addis Ababa09-2005
Skills
- Event coordination
- Event planning
- Event logistics
- Guest check-in
- Crowd flow
- Audience engagement
- Guest relations
- Customer engagement
- Customer service
- Public speaking
- Security coordination
- Event safety
- Problem resolution
- Crisis management
- Emergency response
- Community engagement
- Logistics management
- Driving and transportation
- CDL license
- Vehicle inspection
- Traffic laws
- GPS navigation
- Route determination
- Map reading
- Loading and unloading
- Delivery pickup
- Valet parking
- Luggage handling
- Appointment scheduling
- Passenger assistance
- Schedule management
- Inclement weather driving
- Basic vehicle maintenance
- Clean driving record
- Adaptability
- Patience and tact
- Confidentiality
- Multilingual communication
- Emergency response
- Multilingual communication
- Event safety
- Customer engagement
Languages
English
Limited
Amharic
Full Professional
Timeline
Valet, bellman
Kessel Uptown hotel
01.2022 - 01.2025
Student Driver
zumi
01.2022 - 03.2024
Delivery Driver
Package All
08.2021 - 01.2022
Ambassador Ev
Meta Facebook Soiree Valet
01.2021 - Current
Delivery
Amazon
08.2018 - 01.2019
driver
uber
01.2014 - Current
driver
Lyft transport
01.2014 - Current
valet, bellman,
Fluor de lys restaurant
09.2011 - 06.2014
Driver
Cross Park Valet
11.2008 - 09.2019
Hospitality Worker
universal general hospital
02.2001 - 03.2004
Patient Transport Assistant
Ammanuel clinic
09.2000 - 01.2006
GED -
Grace College