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Work History
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Akeem Dawkins

Ocean City,MD

Summary

Competent employee, with strong leadership qualities, dedication, commitment for development in communications, management and organization. Also a military professional with over four years of service. Known for being decisive and tactful when completing tasks. Offer exceptional public speaking ability, management and stability in stressful situations

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

BLU Restaurant & Bar
05.2023 - Current
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.

Reserve Soldier

Jamaica Defence Force (JDF)
10.2018 - Current
  • Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
  • Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
  • Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
  • Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
  • Risk-assessed environments and implemented appropriate security measures.
  • Relayed crucial information and coordinated operations using radio communications equipment.
  • Implemented tactics, procedures, and techniques for defense systems.
  • Coordinated patrol operations to maintain safe urban and rural environments.
  • Navigated terrain in hostile and non-hostile conditions, achieving positive outcomes.
  • Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
  • Delivered prompt first aid and medical care to injured personnel, optimizing outcomes.
  • Responded calmly and professionally to chemical, biological and nuclear threats.
  • Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
  • Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
  • Served in on-call capacity for last-minute or late-night taskings from leadership.
  • Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
  • Maintained awareness of subordinates' personal problems and shortcomings, supporting personal and professional growth.
  • Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.
  • Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
  • Upheld dress and appearance regulations for professional appearance.

Internship Student

Rockfort Diesel Power Plant
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
  • Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
  • Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
  • Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.
  • Collaborated with senior management on new initiatives to build confidence.
  • Facilitated successful completion of projects from concept to launch.

Store Associate

CVS Pharmacy
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Maintained tidy and organized store to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
  • Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change, and storing coupons.
  • Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Coordinated restocking of sales floor with current merchandise and accurate signage for current promotions.
  • Increased sales and customer satisfaction through personalized servicing.
  • Located merchandise across various stores to address customer needs.
  • Briefed customers regarding shop promotions and discounts by providing coupons and flyers to increase sales.
  • Identified and resolved complex issues by applying advanced analytical and troubleshooting strategies.

Line Cook

Pier 23
05.2022 - 09.2022
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.

Volunteer

McCam Child Development And Resource Centre
08.2019 - 12.2019
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Provided administrative support to department leads to help organize events and fundraisers.
  • Completed daily domestic tasks in shelters and group homes to assist people in need.
  • Tutored at various competency levels to help people with reading, math and writing skills.
  • Facilitated community outreach to expand participation and support.

Education

Bsc - Mechanical Engineering

The University of Technology, Jamaica
237 Old Hope Road, Kingston, Jamaica
11.2023

High School Diploma -

St. Mary High School
Highgate, St, Mary, Jamaica
07.2018

Skills

  • Microsoft Proficiency - Word, Database, Excel, Power Point
  • Safety Processes
  • CAD Drawings
  • Clerical Support - Drafting, Registering and filing letters, Creating and maintaining files
  • Basic level welding - Oxyacetylene, MIG, TIG, Electrode
  • Strategic Planning

Accomplishments

  • OFFICER
  • Administrative assistant
  • Oxford gas
  • Answering customer queries, while introducing them products and services
  • Receiving processing orders and customer complaintcompiling customer data and maintaining customer data2019
  • Employed as an C-3 Infanteer at 3 JR (NR)
  • Successfully Completed the 0-C3 Clerical Course 20/02 and has been operatingin the capacity of a clerk since
  • Daily tasking entails:- Performed various clerical and administrative tasks- Completing timely correspondence and returns- Maintaining and updating records and documents- Filing book logs and receivals
  • The Jamaica Defence forcepresentReserve Soldier

Timeline

Line Cook

BLU Restaurant & Bar
05.2023 - Current

Internship Student

Rockfort Diesel Power Plant
02.2023 - 05.2023

Store Associate

CVS Pharmacy
06.2022 - 09.2022

Line Cook

Pier 23
05.2022 - 09.2022

Volunteer

McCam Child Development And Resource Centre
08.2019 - 12.2019

Reserve Soldier

Jamaica Defence Force (JDF)
10.2018 - Current

Bsc - Mechanical Engineering

The University of Technology, Jamaica

High School Diploma -

St. Mary High School
Akeem Dawkins