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William Franco

Largo,Florida

Summary

I always go above and beyond and strive for the best at what i do. I am a natural leader who always follows protocol and works fast under pressure alone or as a team.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Realtor

United Realty
Largo, FL - Florida
05.2014 - Current
  • Managed real estate transactions from initiation to closing.
  • Scheduled home viewings with potential buyers.
  • Maintained current and accurate CRM database of prospective customers.
  • Prepared forms needed for real estate transactions, contracts, deeds, closing statements and leases.
  • Communicated with inspectors, lenders and pest control companies to maintain purchase agreement terms.
  • Facilitated closing process on behalf of clients and reviewed parts of contracts to resolve issues prior to closing.
  • Promoted properties via advertisements, open houses and multiple listing services.
  • Accompanied buyers during property inspections.
  • Represented buyers and sellers in major real estate transactions.

Marine Technician

Island Packet Yachts
Largo, FL
07.2021 - 11.2024
  • Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
  • Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
  • Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
  • Studied blueprints or building plans to prepare layout and materials required.
  • Ensured that all materials used in construction met the necessary standards.
  • Fabricated parts using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
  • Assembled decks and hulls with epoxy resins and fiberglass reinforcements.

Personal Chef

Mark Schoenberg Family
Jupiter, FL
06.2017 - 07.2021
  • Assessed meal ingredients and grocery items for quality prior to purchase.
  • Completed meal preparation for weekday breakfasts and lunches.
  • Managed food inventory and restocked supplies when necessary.
  • Prepared and cooked meals for large family events such as holiday dinners, birthdays, anniversaries.
  • Created recipes, incorporating various techniques, to build flavor and unique visual appeal.

Sous Chef

Mancini's Ristorante
Fort Lauderdale, FL - Florida
11.2008 - 11.2015
  • Coordinated and executed menu planning, recipe development and daily restaurant operations.
  • Created new menu items, managed food expenses and supervised quality to ensure adherence to standards.
  • Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
  • Planned and prepared food product orders to maintain appropriate stock levels.
  • Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
  • Focused on customer satisfaction, creating delicious cuisine to impress diners.
  • Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
  • Supervised dramatic changes to kitchens, adhered to health department standards and handled customer requests for healthier food options.
  • Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
  • Utilized local, fresh food products to support local economies and showcase community support.
  • Supervised specialty dish preparation to satisfy customer requests and cater to various dietary needs.
  • Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.

Chef (Day Job)

Mustard Seed Bistro
Plantation, FL
10.2011 - 06.2013
  • Delegated tasks and supervised kitchen staff to optimize food preparation, presentation and safety.
  • Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
  • Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
  • Adhered to budget guidelines when purchasing ingredients and equipment.

Distefano Bros Construction

Peter Distefano
Wakefield, RI
03.2005 - 11.2008

Worked with Peter Distefano on bathroom and Kitchen remodels.

  • Cut ceramic tile with a wet saw or tile cutter according to measurements.
  • Prepared surfaces for tiling by removing old tiles and smoothing, cleaning, and leveling the surface.
  • Sealed all grout lines with sealer according to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Grouted joints between tiles using grout float and sponged off excess grout.
  • Applied thin-set mortar adhesive to back of tile using a notched trowel.
  • Sealed finished surfaces to render grout water- and stain-resistant.

Broiler Chef

Twin Oaks
Cranston, RI
02.2003 - 03.2005
  • Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
  • Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
  • Performed as head chef to maintain team productivity and restaurant quality.
  • Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
  • Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
  • Organized the work area for efficient functioning during shifts.
  • Coordinated with other departments such as front-of-house or catering services when needed.
  • Communicated with kitchen employees, answered questions and offered insight into food preparations.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and kitchen procedures.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu items, ingredients, and recipes.

Doorman/ Bouncer(Night Job)

Club Metropolis
Providence, Rhode Island
02.2000 - 01.2004
  • Worked on the front and back doors, checking IDs.
  • Worked security detail.
  • Helped bartenders and bar backs with customer VIP

Tile Setter Helper

Z-Best Tile
Matunik, Rhode Island
01.2000 - 02.2003
  • Cleaned surfaces prior to tiling to ensure smooth surface.
  • Grouted joints between tiles with rubber float and sponges for a seamless finish.
  • Cut tiles with wet saws and nippers as required for installation.
  • Selected appropriate trowels based on type of adhesive used in installations.
  • Applied sealants and waterproofing compounds after tile installation is complete.

Lead Cook

Capriccio Restaurant
Providence, Rhode Island
05.1999 - 07.2001
  • Prepared garnishes for later use in meal production.
  • Trained new chefs on menu items and kitchen procedures.
  • Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
  • Followed recipes and procedures to prepare, season and cook food products.
  • Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.

Pizza Delivery Driver

Tonys Pizzeria & Restaurant
Wakefield, Rhode Island
06.1997 - 01.2000
  • Delivered orders to addresses.
  • Helped the kitchen with pizza boxes.
  • Answered Phones

Education

Real Estate Sales Associate - Real Estate

Gold Coast Schools
Tamarac
05.2014

Associate of Arts - Restaurant And Culinary Management

CCRI
Warwick, RI
06.2002

High School Diploma -

South Kingstown High School
Wakefield, RI
06.1999

Some College (No Degree) - Marine Technican

Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Skills

  • Property management know-how
  • Networking and prospecting
  • Schedule coordination
  • Marketing coordination
  • Seller representation aptitude
  • Property valuation expertise
  • Kitchen operations management
  • Food and beverage pairing
  • Purchasing
  • Menu development
  • Schedule implementation
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Culinary expertise
  • Menu planning
  • Inventory management
  • Budgeting and cost control
  • Food cost analysis
  • Food inventories

Languages

English
Professional

Certification

  • Real Estate Sales Associate
  • Food Handler Certified

Timeline

Marine Technician

Island Packet Yachts
07.2021 - 11.2024

Personal Chef

Mark Schoenberg Family
06.2017 - 07.2021

Realtor

United Realty
05.2014 - Current

Chef (Day Job)

Mustard Seed Bistro
10.2011 - 06.2013

Sous Chef

Mancini's Ristorante
11.2008 - 11.2015

Distefano Bros Construction

Peter Distefano
03.2005 - 11.2008

Broiler Chef

Twin Oaks
02.2003 - 03.2005

Doorman/ Bouncer(Night Job)

Club Metropolis
02.2000 - 01.2004

Tile Setter Helper

Z-Best Tile
01.2000 - 02.2003

Lead Cook

Capriccio Restaurant
05.1999 - 07.2001

Pizza Delivery Driver

Tonys Pizzeria & Restaurant
06.1997 - 01.2000

Real Estate Sales Associate - Real Estate

Gold Coast Schools

Associate of Arts - Restaurant And Culinary Management

CCRI

High School Diploma -

South Kingstown High School

Some College (No Degree) - Marine Technican

Broward College
  • Real Estate Sales Associate
  • Food Handler Certified
William Franco