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Fabian Santamaria

Stockport,Cheshire
Fabian Santamaria

Summary

Results-driven Upholsterer with extensive experience in applying soft, padded textile covering armchairs, sofas and bedheads. Uses analytical skills to assess and improve fabrication and repair processes. Meticulous in managing costs to align with client budget. Motivated student seeking Upholsterer position. Demonstrates knowledge of adding and removing springs, padding and coverings and finishing and staining wooden surfaces. Focuses on adding comfort and style to furniture. Diligent individual brings desire to gain work experience and learn from Upholstery team. Demonstrates technical skills and strengths in using staple guns, flat headed screwdrivers and fabric scissors. Committed to maintain high level of accuracy in repairing furniture. Talented Upholsterer with expertise in fabricating, repairing and restoring furniture and upholstered items. Expert in choosing and determining appropriate materials to use. Recognised for transforming old furniture and increasing value and aesthetics. Detailed upholstery professional brings proven record of installing, repairing and replacing upholstery. Diligent problem-solver and expert pattern maker with 5 years of experience.

Overview

15
years of professional experience

Work history

Self Employed
Manchester, Greater Manchester

Furniture Manufacturer
06.2015 - 07.2020

Job overview

  • Controlled factory equipment to exceed daily production targets.
  • Strictly followed company safety regulations, eliminating workplace accidents and incidents.
  • Introduced improved picking and packing methods, successfully reducing dispatch turnaround times.
  • Maintained high levels of organisation and cleanliness for clear and safe working environment.
  • Manually loaded, unloaded and manoeuvred bulky goods, safely lifting and transporting heavy loads.
  • Sorted, classified and packed products by size and weight, verifying conformance to quality standards.
  • Supported stable production lines by preparing orders with precision and high accuracy.
  • Carefully loaded items for shipping, stacking securely to minimise product damage.
  • Created top-quality products by following strict standards and specifications.
  • Inspected goods ahead of dispatch, minimising delivery errors.
  • Maintained fast pace and attention to detail to meet productivity targets.
  • Replenished supplies to prevent downtime in production.
  • Communicated safely to coordinate with team members in noisy and fast-paced environment.
  • Lifted heavy weights using best moving and handling practices to avoid injury.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to specifications.

Manchester235
Manchester, Greater Manchester

Casino gaming dealer
11.2013 - 05.2015

Job overview

  • Determined winners and distributed winning chips to players.
  • Complied with correct gaming procedures to avoid disputes.
  • Facilitated game, cash and asset security with careful observation of guest behaviour and actions.
  • Managed gaming deals and observed game rules to keep guests satisfied.
  • Announced transactions clearly, audibly and correctly and confirmed correctness of bets and game pace.
  • Observed government regulations, licensing conditions and safe gambling practices to meet compliance requirements.
  • Thoroughly inspected playing cards, chips and equipment prior to commencement to maintain gaming integrity.
  • Provided bespoke customer interactions, tailored to game abilities and experience.
  • Utilised entertainment and small talk to establish fun and friendly environments.
  • Provided outstanding customer service from arrival to departure for first-class casino experiences.

Grosvenor
Didsbury, Geater Manchester

Casino gaming dealer
06.2010 - 11.2013

Job overview

  • Determined winners and distributed winning chips to players.
  • Complied with correct gaming procedures to avoid disputes.
  • Facilitated game, cash and asset security with careful observation of guest behaviour and actions.
  • Managed gaming deals and observed game rules to keep guests satisfied.
  • Announced transactions clearly, audibly and correctly and confirmed correctness of bets and game pace.
  • Collaborated with team members to provide efficient, dynamic, professional service to clients.
  • Upheld technical standards in dealing, bet calculation and rule enforcement.
  • Engaged players at gaming tables to encourage betting and increase length of stay.
  • Reported suspicious behaviour to security personnel to minimise incidents.
  • Collected bets from players and paid out winnings based on player's hand strength.
  • Maintained table records and documentation thoroughly to track transactions.

Casino 36
Stockport, Cheshire

Casino dealer
04.2005 - 06.2010

Job overview

  • Exchanged legal currency for gambling chips and coin money.
  • Dealt cards in Casino games and monitored players' behaviour for signs of cheating.
  • Conducted games such as Blackjack, Poker and Roulette by explaining rules, taking bets and delivering payouts.
  • Participated in short-handed games to meet required minimum number of players and keep gameplay moving.
  • Engaged players at gaming tables to encourage betting and increase length of stay.
  • Utilised entertainment and small talk to establish fun and friendly environments.
  • Provided outstanding customer service from arrival to departure for first-class casino experiences.
  • De-escalated and settled disputes between patrons and dealers to maintain order.
  • Maintained table records and documentation thoroughly to track transactions.
  • Promoted customer retention and satisfaction by greeting guests in friendly and enthusiastic manner to encourage fun gameplay environment.

Education

St James Catholic High School
Manchester

GCSEs from Maths English etc
01/2000 - 07/2005

Impera Italia
London

Skills

  • Job planning
  • Job site management
  • Materials estimating
  • New construction and renovation
  • Business Development
  • Project Management
  • Business planning
  • Negotiation
  • Team Building
  • Financial Management

Languages

English
Beginner

Timeline

Furniture Manufacturer

Self Employed
06.2015 - 07.2020

Casino gaming dealer

Manchester235
11.2013 - 05.2015

Casino gaming dealer

Grosvenor
06.2010 - 11.2013

Casino dealer

Casino 36
04.2005 - 06.2010

St James Catholic High School

GCSEs from Maths English etc
01/2000 - 07/2005

Impera Italia

Fabian Santamaria