Orlando Taveras
860-***-**** **************@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
A dedicated bilingual (English/Spanish) sales/customer service professional with 25 years of experience. Able to excel as both an individual contributor and as a team member. Highly skilled at handling competing priorities. Core competencies include:
Customer Service
Negotiation
Team Management
Communication Skills
Interpersonal Abilities
Excellent Mathematical Skills
Patience
Dexterity
Critical Thinking
KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS
2018 - 2019 – received four MGM Springfield Casino Applause for Excellence Awards
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Casino Dealer, MGM Springfield, Springfield, MA, 2018 – September 2020
Responsible for operating table games (Craps, Blackjack, Carnival Games), passing cards and gaming items, distributing payouts, confirming larger bets with floor managers, and interacting with customers.
Sales Associate, T&M Billiards, Rocky Hill, CT, 2018
Greeted customers, responded to questions, improved engagement with merchandise and provided outstanding customer service. Operated cash registers managed financial transactions, and balanced drawers. Directed customers to merchandise within the store. Assisted with sales and installation of pool tables and indoor/outdoor furniture.
Sales Consultant, JDByrider, Meriden, CT, 2015-2018
Introduced prospective customers to the automotive program. Responsible for completing purchase or sales contracts, explained the process of provisions, offerings and explained financing options, warranties and services, collected payments, and delivery of vehicles.
Driver /Shuttle Service, Parts Advisor, New Country Motors BMW, Hartford, CT, 2012 – 2014
Provided shuttle service for clients to and from dealership. Reserved vehicle rentals for clients. Responsible for daily maintenance of rental vehicles. Responsible for assisting all mechanics and customers in purchasing needed parts and supplies. Delivered auto parts to other dealerships as needed.
Security Officer, Lincoln Culinary and Technical School, Hartford, CT, 2010-2012
Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitored surveillance equipment; inspected buildings, equipment, and access points; permitted entry. Obtained help by sounding alarms. Responsible for administering CPR and first aid as required.
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
1984 - Present
CPR and First Aid Training and Certification, Red Cross, Hartford, CT
Pastoral Counseling Training Certification, St. Francis Hospital & Medical Center, Hartford, CT
Training in HIV/AIDS Prevention Counseling, Latino Community Services, Hartford, CT
School of Casino Gaming, Foxwoods Resort and Casino Training Facility, Pawtucket, RI
Aetna Adult Training Program, Hartford, CT
Business and Computer Skills Training Certification, Connecticut Puerto Rican Forum, Hartford, CT
High School Diploma, Hartford Public High School, Hartford, CT