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Joaquin Zarza

Joaquin Zarza

Valencia

Summary

Forward-thinking professional with proven history of leadership, planning and problem solving. Adept collaboration with professional to accomplish demanding objectives, motivate staff, and organize resources. Systematic understanding of maintaining coverage for all operational needs.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

Acquisition Manager

Equitable Homes
Santa Clarita
02.2025 - Current
  • Analyzed customer data to determine customer needs and preferences.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to acquire new customers.
  • Negotiated terms of deals with vendors and suppliers.
  • Coordinated due diligence activities, including legal reviews, financial analysis.

Assistant Manager

Jimmy Johns Gourmet Subs
11.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.

Busser

Cheesecake Factory Inc
06.2023 - 02.2024
  • Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
  • Completed side work duties, ensuring that all necessary supplies were stocked for shift success.
  • Trained new staff in bussing and cleaning procedures.
  • Reduced wait times for tables by quickly clearing and resetting them after guests departed.
  • Collaborated with fellow bussers and servers to create an efficient flow during peak hours.

Lifeguard

Old Orchard 2
06.2022 - 09.2023
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
  • Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.

Education

College of The Canyons
Valencia, CA

Skills

  • Money Handling
  • Customer Relations
  • Team motivation
  • Product and service knowledge
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Staff Management
  • Workload Management
  • Operations Management
  • Marketing knowledge
  • Sales Growth
  • Sales Reporting
  • Task delegation

Certification

  • Food Safety Manager Certification - National Registry of Food Safety Professionals or ServSafe.
  • Lifeguarding Certification - American Red Cross.

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Affiliations

  • Multiple Student Accolades
  • Boxing for 5+ years
  • My health is Number 1!

Timeline

Acquisition Manager

Equitable Homes
02.2025 - Current

Assistant Manager

Jimmy Johns Gourmet Subs
11.2023 - Current

Busser

Cheesecake Factory Inc
06.2023 - 02.2024

Lifeguard

Old Orchard 2
06.2022 - 09.2023

College of The Canyons
Joaquin Zarza