Joseph De La Cruz
Oxnard
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2005
2005
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Building gates
Gamble gates
Ventura
04.2021 - Current
- Assisted with building, fabricating, and installing all types of gates
- Welding metal frames
- Sanding, cutting and painting metal and wood
Catering Manager
Djs catering
Ventura
04.2005 - Current
- Managed catering operations for events, ensuring seamless service delivery.
- Supervised catering staff, providing training and guidance for effective service.
- Developed relationships with vendors to secure quality ingredients and supplies.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring timely stock replenishment and organization.
- Implemented safety protocols in food handling and service procedures for compliance.
- Collaborated with event planners to create customized catering experiences for clients.
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns promptly to maintain satisfaction levels.
- Coordinated delivery times with clients and ensured that all items ordered arrived on time.
- Gathered customer requirements and worked with catering team in implementing specifications.
- Worked with chefs to prepare custom menus, special meals, and featured beverages.
Education
Camarillo High School
Camarillo, CASome College (No Degree) - Business
Ventura College
Ventura, CASkills
- Welding techniques
- Gate fabrication
- Inventory management
- Catering operations
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Building gates
Gamble gates
04.2021 - Current
Catering Manager
Djs catering
04.2005 - Current
Camarillo High School
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Ventura College