Sean Bernal
Queens,NY
Summary
Automotive professional skilled in mechanical diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and brake systems. Expertise in training teams and implementing safety standards while maintaining high-quality service in dynamic environments, ensuring vehicle reliability and customer satisfaction.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic / Boot Specialist
RISNYC
Maspeth, USA
04.2025 - Current
- Installed, repaired, and troubleshot vehicle immobilization boots and related electrical components, enhancing vehicle security and functionality.
- Performed mechanical maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on Mercedes-Benz vehicles, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
- Inspected and serviced brakes, suspension, fluids, lighting, and other vehicle systems to maintain vehicle reliability and compliance.
- Diagnosed mechanical and electrical issues efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Executed bodywork repairs on vehicles, restoring damaged areas to meet safety standards. and replaced components such as fenders, bumpers, headlights, and doors.
- Safely use hand and power tools while following electrical and high-voltage safety procedures.
Barback / Bartender
OfCorsica
New York, USA
08.2025 - 02.2026
- Prepare a wide variety of cocktails and beverage orders with speed, accuracy, and consistency.
- Delivered friendly, professional customer service, enhancing overall bar experience.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar throughout each shift.
- Monitored inventory and replenished supplies, supporting uninterrupted bar operations.
- Processed cash and electronic payments with precision at the point of sale.
- Multitasked effectively under pressure, ensuring timely service in fast-paced environments.
- Work closely with team members while maintaining strong communication and teamwork.
- Follow all health, safety, sanitation, and responsible service standards.
Server / Food Runner / Bartender
Legasea Bar & Grill
New York, USA
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Provided professional, attentive service in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment.
- Handled food and beverage orders accurately, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Responded promptly to customer needs and resolved concerns with professionalism.
- Coordinated with kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth and timely service.
- Maintained clean, organized, and well-stocked service areas to support efficient operations.
- Provided assistance to team members to enhance collaboration. and streamlined workflow, effectively managing tasks independently.
- Demonstrated strong leadership, communication, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
Chef Trainer / Team Lead
Wonder
Brooklyn, USA
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Trained and supervised multiple employees on proper food handling, food safety, sanitation, and workplace procedures.
- Trained employees on proper handling, storage, labeling, and preparation of food products.
- Implemented and maintained FIFO (First In, First Out) and FEFO (First Expired, First Out) inventory practices to ensure proper product rotation and minimize food waste.
- Ensured food products were stored at appropriate temperatures and handled according to food safety requirements.
- Ensured food was prepared, labeled, stored, and handled according to established safety and quality standards.
- Managed and supported team members to ensure daily operations were completed efficiently and according to company standards.
- Delegated responsibilities, ensuring each team member understood their role and priorities to enhance team accountability.
- Monitored team progress and provided support to achieve metrics while ensuring high standards of customer service.
- Provided leadership and guidance to employees in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Participated in the launch of the first Pennsylvania restaurant, helping prepare the team and operations for a successful opening.
- Collaborated with management and team members to identify workflow issues. with management and team members to identify problems, improve workflow, and maintain efficient operations.
Education
Automotive Technology Degree -
Lincoln Technical Institute
12-2023
High School Diploma -
John Bowne High School
06-2021
Air Force JROTC - John Bowne High School
06-2020
Skills
- Automotive diagnostics
- Preventive maintenance
- Brake systems
- Equipment maintenance
- Mechanical Team Supervision
- Safety compliance
- High-pressure performance
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Client Interaction Techniques
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
- Staff training
- Leadership skills
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake inspection
- Wheel alignment
- Suspension systems
Additional Qualifications
Bilingual English/Spanish professional with strong mechanical diagnostics and repair expertise. Known for customer service excellence, safety compliance, and detail orientation. Demonstrates leadership potential through effective task delegation, team collaboration, and conflict resolution. Adept at maintaining efficiency and professionalism in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Seeking opportunities to contribute technical skills and grow into supervisory responsibilities.
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- automotive
Timeline
Barback / Bartender
OfCorsica
08.2025 - 02.2026
Mechanic / Boot Specialist
RISNYC
04.2025 - Current
Server / Food Runner / Bartender
Legasea Bar & Grill
02.2024 - 02.2025
Chef Trainer / Team Lead
Wonder
08.2022 - 02.2024
Automotive Technology Degree -
Lincoln Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
John Bowne High School
Air Force JROTC - John Bowne High School