Antonio Castro
El Paso
Summary
Dedicated Animal Care Attendant at the City of El Paso, skilled in behavior observation and customer service. Successfully implemented enrichment activities, reducing stress in animals and enhancing adoption rates. Proven teamwork and problem-solving abilities in high-pressure environments, ensuring compliance with health protocols while maintaining a clean and safe space for both animals and staff.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Care Attendant
City Of El Paso
04.2025 - Current
- Assisted in daily care and feeding of animals, ensuring nutritional needs were met.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene of animal enclosures, promoting healthy living conditions.
- Monitored animal behavior for signs of distress or illness, reporting observations to senior staff.
- Engaged with the public, providing information on animal care and adoption processes.
- Participated in training programs to enhance understanding of animal welfare practices.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with health regulations during animal handling activities.
- Assisted with successful adoption events, matching animals with suitable forever homes.
- Reduced stress levels in animals through consistent implementation of behavioral enrichment activities tailored to individual needs.
- Educated potential adopters on proper pet care and requirements, promoting responsible pet ownership.
Line Cook
Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que
03.2021 - 04.2025
- Prepared and cooked menu items following standard recipes and guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations to ensure food safety compliance.
- Operated grill, fryer, and oven equipment efficiently during high-volume service periods.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes and improve service speed.
- Monitored inventory levels, notifying management of shortages or needed supplies promptly.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and safety protocols.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, Texas12-2023
Skills
- Behavior observation
- Cleaning protocols
- Health monitoring
- Animal transportation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Honest and dependable
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Animal Care Attendant
City Of El Paso
04.2025 - Current
Line Cook
Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que
03.2021 - 04.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
The University of Texas At El Paso