Gardening
David *Adam* Parker
Hickory,NC
Summary
Experienced FOH manager with 17+ years experience in the food service industry, working in public spaces and private events in all capacities. Seeking to re-enter the public platform and take on a part time serving position.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate
Work History
AFL Provider
ResCare Community Alternatives
Hickory, NC
12.2020 - Current
- Provides assistance to person(s) served in order to promote their physical, social, and psychological wellbeing
- Documentation completion and submission as outlined by NC, agency and participants Individual Support Plan
- Training requirements and background checks as required
- Interacts frequently and positively with person(s) served and support staff to promote the rights of the person(s) served to achieve an enhanced quality of life
- Follow agency policy and procedures to promote optimum health care and behavioral supports to maintain the wellbeing of person(s) served
- Follow agency policy and procedures to promote optimum safety practices to provide a safe environment
- Completes all documentation as required to ensure quality services
- Provides Financial Reports via Excel as Required by NC gov and Guardians
FOH Lead/Manager
Food Service Industry
Hickory, NC
01.2005 - Current
- Training
- Drawer /Till Counting
- Tip share disbursement
- Scheduling
- Customer/ staff issue resolution
- Communication w Kitchen Staff and other leadership
- Worked in a fast-paced environment
- Gave exceptional customer service
- Catered to a variety of clients
- Handled money
- Processed orders accurately
- Knowledgeable in all areas of operation (FOH Manager, Bartender, Bar Manager, Server, Host, Line Cook, Dishwasher, etc.)
- Upheld NC sanitation standards
- High sales numbers in food and alcohol
- Experience includes casual dining, catering weddings and charity events and fine dining
- Serve Safe certified
Fabric Cutter
Sonder Living Via Express Pros
Hickory, NC
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Pulled appropriate fabric fabrics for all orders
- Checked fabric for imperfections and pattern variances
- Laid out upholstery patterns according to company flowmatch policy
- Acclimated to ever changing dimensions, measurements and order specifications
- Communicated with all appropriate departments for proactive and off the cuff problem solving
Brand Ambassador/ Promotional Marketing
Palmetto, s Classic
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Jameson Bartenders Ball - PUSH Models
- Walmart Online Grocery Pickup & Delivery - Mosaic / Acosta
- Geico-BassMastersPro - RedPeg
- Chevrolet
Merchandiser
Hickory
Statesville, NC
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Worked independently at client stores
- Demonstrated proficient knowledge of company product and protocols
- Maintained high quality customer service
- Cultivated relationships with client company employees
Humanitarian, Southeast Asia
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Thailand, Cambodia, Taught conversational English to children, teens and adults
- Helped lay the concrete foundation for a children’s home
- Lived and worked with a small team
- Worked to understand and be sensitive foreign cultures
Administrative Assistant
Hickory & Fletcher
, NC
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Answered phone
- Managed incoming and outgoing payments
- Fostered ongoing communications with other local non profits
- Created business correspondence
- Researched presentation materials
- Organized company functions
- Maintained business schedule
- Utilized Microsoft Office Suite - Heavy Word & Excel
Courier
Hickory, NC
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Delivered mail and other interoffice materials to other companies
- Handled company credit card
- Ensured customer satisfaction
- Maintained delivery logs
Education
High School Diploma -
Catawba Valley Christian Academy
Maiden, NC 08.2002 - 06.2006
Associate of Arts - Music
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NC 08.2016 - 05.2018
No Degree - Real Estate
Superior School of Real Estate
*online* 05.2001 -
Skills
Staff Management
undefinedInterests
Art
Music
Timeline
ServeSafe Food Protection Manager Certification
04-2024
AFL Provider
ResCare Community Alternatives
12.2020 - Current
Fabric Cutter
Sonder Living Via Express Pros
08.2019 - 02.2022
Brand Ambassador/ Promotional Marketing
Palmetto, s Classic
01.2017 - 01.2020
Associate of Arts - Music
Catawba Valley Community College
08.2016 - 05.2018
Merchandiser
Hickory
01.2013 - 01.2014
Humanitarian, Southeast Asia
01.2013 - 01.2014
Administrative Assistant
Hickory & Fletcher
01.2010 - 01.2012
Courier
01.2010 - 01.2011
FOH Lead/Manager
Food Service Industry
01.2005 - Current
High School Diploma -
Catawba Valley Christian Academy
08.2002 - 06.2006
No Degree - Real Estate
Superior School of Real Estate
05.2001 -
Certification
ServeSafe Food Protection Manager Certification
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