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Vidal Martinez Jr

Vidal Martinez Jr

Loss prevention/ line Cook / interpersonal communications
Dayton,OH

Summary

Efficient and organized surveillance professional with 10 years in security and safety compliance. Extensive security guard training. Surveillance expert highly skilled in responding to emergency situations and providing crisis intervention. Internal Security officer focused on safety and security management, as well as asset recovery. Skilled in problem solving and conflict resolution. Security Guard equipped with an excellent memory and awareness of surrounding people, events and facilities. Exercises sound judgment during crisis and emergency situations. Security Guard equipped with excellent communication skills who consistently maintains detailed logs of important events. Experience testifying in court and aiding in law enforcement investigations. Security Guard who upholds high ethical standards and is honest with supervisors, employees and customers at all times regarding suspicious events and security questions.

Motivated Line cook with 6 years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Creative and artistic professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.

Customer-focused Retail Associate with solid understanding of retail dynamics and customer service standards. Experienced providing quality product recommendations and solutions to meet customer needs and exceed expectations. Committed to executing sales, service and customer experience initiatives driving strong sales.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Line Cook

Compass Group USA
Beavercreek, NJ
02.2020 - 10.2022
  • Verified kitchen staff followed all recipes and portion serving guidelines correctly.
  • Participated in ongoing culinary training workshops for professional development.
  • Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations.
  • Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
  • Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
  • Assisted in menu planning, portion control, and waste reduction techniques.
  • Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
  • Chopped vegetables and seasoned meats and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing and braising.
  • Upheld proper food storage practices to prevent spoilage and contamination.
  • Managed inventory, ordered supplies, and maintained kitchen cleanliness.
  • Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.

Sales Associate

General Floor
Kenilworth, NJ
04.2017 - 09.2020
  • Placed special orders or called other stores to find desired items.
  • Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
  • Managed inventory levels, restocked shelves as needed.
  • Assisted customers in selecting products, providing excellent service.
  • Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
  • Maintained records related to sales for store management.
  • ssessed customer needs through active listening skills.
  • Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.
  • Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.

Loss Prevention Lead

Berlington Coat Factory
Elizabethport, NJ
06.2016 - 08.2018
  • Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
  • Identified client needs and worked closely with risk management personnel to ascertain appropriate solutions.
  • Participated in store-wide audits, ensuring compliance with company policies.
  • Assessed physical security measures, including locks, alarms, and cameras.
  • Conducted routine patrols of store premises, maintaining a visible presence.
  • Developed relationships with local authorities to enhance crime prevention efforts.
  • Managed access controls for secure areas within the retail environment.
  • Educated staff on recognizing potential theft indicators and prevention techniques.
  • Conducted daily store audits to identify theft patterns and trends.

Internal Security Officer/ Assit Supervisor

NJSEA
East Rutherford
07.2005 - 12.2016
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks and visitors
  • Detected suspicious activities and watched for criminal acts and rule infractions
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of employees and visitors
  • Circulated among visitors, patrons and employees to preserve order and protect property
  • Wrote reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual occurrences
  • Monitored and reported suspicious activities to local authorities
  • Operated detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas
  • Warned offenders about rule infractions and violations and verbally evicted violators from premises
  • Monitored central alarm system for fire, intrusion, and duress alarms and responded when needed
  • Denied entrance to the building to unauthorized persons
  • Secured all doors in the office and main building after hours
  • Inspected equipment, structures and materials to identify the cause of errors and defects
  • Screened all passengers, crew members and employees for weapons and contraband
  • Testified at judicial hearings and trials involving criminal acts committed against the company
  • Performed surveillance of suspects using binoculars, cameras and camcorders.

event staff

meadowlands Race track
East Rutherford
09.2003 - 07.2005
  • Detected suspicious activities and watched for criminal acts and rule infractions
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of employees and visitors
  • Circulated among visitors, patrons and employees to preserve order and protect property.

Education

High School Diploma -

Miami Valley Career Technology Center
Clayton, OH
06-2021

Some College (No Degree) - Interpersonal Communications

Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH

Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts

Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH

Skills

  • Theft prevention training
  • Superior customer service
  • Electronic surveillance
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Stationary surveillance
  • Investigation documentation
  • CCTV surveillance
  • Interior and exterior patrol
  • Screening wands
  • Fluent in Spanish and English
  • Investigative skills
  • Observant
  • Security Protocols
  • Surveillance systems
  • Internal Auditing
  • Access Control
  • Upselling
  • Payment Processing
  • Customer Needs Assessment
  • Order Processing
  • Promotional support
  • Sales Development
  • Client Account Management
  • Inventory Control
  • Positive and professional
  • Food rotation
  • Ingredient Preparation
  • Inventory Management
  • Food presentation
  • Line Management
  • Portioning
  • Server Communication
  • Recipe preparation
  • Food Safety
  • Reliable and Trustworthy
  • Food Allergen Safety
  • Recipe creation
  • Knife Skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Quality assurance and control
  • Foodservice sanitation
  • Kitchen Equipment Management

Additional Information

References available upon request

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Affiliations

  • I live Stream
  • I act/voice act
  • I garden

Certification

ServeSafe Certification

Timeline

Line Cook

Compass Group USA
02.2020 - 10.2022

Sales Associate

General Floor
04.2017 - 09.2020

Loss Prevention Lead

Berlington Coat Factory
06.2016 - 08.2018

Internal Security Officer/ Assit Supervisor

NJSEA
07.2005 - 12.2016

event staff

meadowlands Race track
09.2003 - 07.2005

High School Diploma -

Miami Valley Career Technology Center

Some College (No Degree) - Interpersonal Communications

Sinclair Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts

Sinclair Community College
Vidal Martinez JrLoss prevention/ line Cook / interpersonal communications