Gilbert Cortez

Operations & Member Services Lead | Remote-Ready Customer Support | SaaS Client Experience | Help Desk & Customer Success

El Segundo, California, United States

About

Customer support and operations professional with experience in high-volume, client-facing environments focused on delivering consistent service, resolving issues, and maintaining strong customer relationships. Skilled in managing member inquiries, coordinating scheduling systems, and supporting day-to-day operational workflows in fast-paced environments. Currently transitioning into remote SaaS customer support and customer success roles, leveraging a strong background in hospitality-style service, operations coordination, and direct client interaction. Experienced in handling customer issues across in-person and digital channels, with a focus on communication, problem-solving, and service recovery. Comfortable working in structured support environments including chat, email, and ticket-based systems. Strong ability to learn new platforms quickly and contribute to customer satisfaction, retention, and operational efficiency in remote-first teams.

Experience

  • Studio Golf Club (El Segundo, California, United States · On-site)
    • Member Services Lead
      Jul 2025 - Present · 1 yr

      Customer-facing lead responsible for delivering high-quality member support and ensuring smooth daily operations in a fast-paced performance training environment. * Provided front-line customer support across in-person, phone, and digital communication channels * Resolved member inquiries and service issues with a focus on satisfaction and retention * Managed scheduling systems and coordinated appointments between clients, trainers, and staff * Supported onboarding of new members and handled account-related questions and service needs * Maintained organized communication flow between members and internal teams * Contributed to operational efficiency and consistency of service delivery

    • Operations Manager
      Jan 2026 - May 2026 · 5 mos

      Supported operational workflows and client service delivery within a structured, service-driven environment requiring coordination, communication, and systems management. * Coordinated daily operational processes and ensured smooth service execution * Managed scheduling and client-facing service coordination tools * Supported issue resolution and operational troubleshooting for member concerns * Maintained clear communication across teams to ensure consistent service quality * Assisted in improving workflow organization and operational efficiency

  • The Bay Club Company (7 yrs 3 mos)
    • Camp Director
      May 2024 - Jun 2025 · 1 yr 2 mos

      Led youth program operations with a strong focus on customer experience, staff coordination, and service quality in a high-touch hospitality environment. * Managed customer-facing program operations and resolved parent/client concerns * Oversaw staff scheduling and daily operational execution * Coordinated logistics, programming, and service delivery for participants * Communicated directly with customers to ensure positive experience and issue resolution * Maintained structured operations and ensured safety and service standards were met

    • Family Programming Lead
      Oct 2019 - Apr 2024 · 4 yrs 7 mos

      Directly participated in the creation and implementation of The Clubhouse standard. Collaboratively developed and implemented a new curriculum and supervise Clubhouse areas from 2 years through 12 years old. Serving up to 60 children a day in the School-age room, this curriculum includes, arts and crafts activities, recreational games, and STEM lessons, where I provide hands-on, real-time guidance for the students. Delegate responsibility to associates to ensure programming runs smoothly. Lead School-age program interactions with families, including conflict resolution with participants. Exhibits excellent customer service to all families including overall satisfaction and basic disciplinary actions as needed. Manage school-age budgetary, material, and work space resources. Runs the front desk of the Clubhouse on occasion allows me to become proficient in CM-Plus and the Bay Club Connect check-in system.

    • Welcome Desk Receptionist - Rolling Hills
      Aug 2020 - Mar 2021 · 8 mos

  • Assistant Varsity Soccer Coach at El Segundo High School
    Nov 2016 - Aug 2024 · 7 yrs 10 mos

    Present, create and execute new youth soccer programs seasonally. Lead teams serving up to 22 players. Oversees the Freshman and Junior Varsity Coaches to maintain alignment with the program as a whole. Create and maintain schedules for games and staff, and implement coaching plans. After one year, was able to solidify the 2018 and 2019 CIF championships for the Southern Section Division V and Southern Section Division III.