Rodolfo Escamilla
Newborn,GA
Summary
Devoted Funeral Director Assistant with extensive experience in this profession and talent for consoling grieving families. Patiently counsel families, as well as clients exploring pre-need future funeral options. Always treating families as if they were my own family and show a lot of empathy in their time of need. Treating families with the most respect they deserve as i would want my own family to be treated. It is not a job to me, it is my calling to serve others.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Mortician
Universal Enterprise Corp
11.2019 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with grieving families to plan unique ceremonies that celebrated cultural traditions or religious beliefs.
- Assisted families in creating personalized memorial services that honored the life of the deceased individual.
- Enhanced the reputation of the funeral home through community outreach and involvement in local events.
- Provided consistent communication between clients and staff members throughout the planning process for a smooth experience during difficult times.
- Improved client satisfaction by providing compassionate and professional funeral services.
- Provided seamless funeral arrangements, coordinating with vendors such as florists, musicians, and clergy members.
- Maintained accurate records of all deceased individuals, ensuring proper documentation and organization.
- Developed strong relationships with local hospices, hospitals, and nursing homes to provide timely end-of-life services.
- Meticulously prepared bodies for viewing or cremation according to family requests.
- Displayed highest level of professionalism and sensitivity when dealing with grieving family members.
- Picked up deceased at private homes, hospitals and county morgues.
- Arranged funeral/memorial services for grieving families to meet budget and memorialized instructions.
- Closed and secured caskets and led funeral corteges to churches and burial sites.
- Discussed nature of funeral service, disposition of remains and funeral costs with family members.
- Improved appearance of remains with use of cosmetics.
- Managed timing of floral deliveries for multiple services per day.
Mortician
Latino Americana Mortuary
08.2017 - 11.2019
- Collaborated with grieving families to plan unique ceremonies that celebrated cultural traditions or religious beliefs.
- Assisted families in creating personalized memorial services that honored the life of the deceased individual.
- Enhanced the reputation of the funeral home through community outreach and involvement in local events.
- Provided consistent communication between clients and staff members throughout the planning process for a smooth experience during difficult times.
- Improved client satisfaction by providing compassionate and professional funeral services.
- Provided seamless funeral arrangements, coordinating with vendors such as florists, musicians, and clergy members.
- Maintained accurate records of all deceased individuals, ensuring proper documentation and organization.
- Developed strong relationships with local hospices, hospitals, and nursing homes to provide timely end-of-life services.
- Meticulously prepared bodies for viewing or cremation according to family requests.
- Displayed highest level of professionalism and sensitivity when dealing with grieving family members.
- Picked up deceased at private homes, hospitals and county morgues.
- Arranged funeral/memorial services for grieving families to meet budget and memorialized instructions.
- Closed and secured caskets and led funeral corteges to churches and burial sites.
- Discussed nature of funeral service, disposition of remains and funeral costs with family members.
- Improved appearance of remains with use of cosmetics.
- Managed timing of floral deliveries for multiple services per day.
Line Cook
Mi Cielo
04.2016 - 08.2017
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Increased kitchen productivity by keeping tools organized for easy access when needed.
Line Cook
L.a. Buns
02.2012 - 08.2017
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Oversaw timely completion of daily prep lists, ensuring essential mise en place was readily available for efficient service execution.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in training of new line cooks, ensuring they met kitchen's high standards quickly.
- Managed inventory and ordered food and supplies to maintain adequate stock.
Line Cook
Porto's Bakery And Cafe
09.2010 - 02.2011
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Opener and Closer.
Mortician
Latino. Americana Mortuary
01.2008 - 12.2010
Education
High School Diploma -
South Gate High School
South Gate, CA05-2007
Skills
- Compassion and empathy
- Body preparation
- Mortuary operations
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Cosmetic application
- Home and hospital removals
- Funeral service planning
- Marketing and promotion
- Valid CALIFORNIA driver's license
- Funeral arrangements
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Public speaking
- Prepare remains
- Postmortem care
- Guest ushering
- Sanitation
- Preping
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Mortician
Universal Enterprise Corp
11.2019 - 10.2024
Mortician
Latino Americana Mortuary
08.2017 - 11.2019
Line Cook
Mi Cielo
04.2016 - 08.2017
Line Cook
L.a. Buns
02.2012 - 08.2017
Line Cook
Porto's Bakery And Cafe
09.2010 - 02.2011
Mortician
Latino. Americana Mortuary
01.2008 - 12.2010
High School Diploma -
South Gate High School
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