Andre Inglis
Wichita Falls,TX
Summary
Talented carpenter offering over 8 years of experience in vast varieties of environments. Well-organized planner with good multitasking and time management skills. Knowledgeable about both rough and finish carpentry techniques. Successful at managing supplies and site crews to lead safe and efficient projects.
Looking to broaden the mind and work into animals and animal care. it is a passion that drives to want to attend school and work towards a career with animals. Though carpentry and animal care is not the same. Will use all knowledge and skill can be used to apply to a career with animals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter
New Kings Carpentry
Wichita Falls, TX
03.2017 - Current
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
- Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
- Developed and implemented new processes and procedures to improve productivity and workflow.
- Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
- Discarded debris and disposed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
Line Cook
Fuzzys Tacos
Wichita Falls, TX
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- 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.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Developed innovative, creative menu items and recipes.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
Server
Eskimo Hut - Frozen Daiquiris To-Go
Wichita Falls, TX
06.2011 - 11.2012
- Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations while serving spirits.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
- Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
- Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
Grocery Bagger
United Supermarkets
Wichita Falls, TX
02.2008 - 08.2009
- Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments, and bagging purchases.
- Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
- Delivered assistance and service by carrying packages and bags and securing customer purchases in vehicles.
- Retrieved items for customers and verified prices.
- Removed trash, swept, and mopped floors for professional appearance.
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Collected carts from parking lot and designated return locations.
- Used pallet jacks and hand trucks to move merchandise to sales floor for stocking.
- Communicated with customers and staff politely and professionally to uphold store standards.
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays for easy retrieval.
- Addressed customer complaints and concerns, providing mutually beneficial solutions.
- Assembled boxes, cartons and containers to package items.
- Secured items for storage or shipment.
- Placed items into bags, boxes or other containers.
- Loaded and unloaded items from production line.
- Re-packaged damaged or incorrectly packaged items.
- Packaged fragile items with cushioning material.
- Counted items to verify accuracy of orders.
- Sorted and stacked finished items.
Car Hopper
Sonics Drive In
Wichita Falls, TX
04.2006 - 05.2007
- Communicated with management and associates to set and exceed sales and customer satisfaction goals.
- Organized freezers, refrigerators and storage rooms by receiving, recording, and moving food and beverage supplies and products.
- Assisted customers in choosing menu items by providing food complementing information.
- Took orders and delivered food and beverages to customers in cars to provide quick and convenient customer service.
- Monitored drive-in parking lot regularly to direct drivers into designated areas and maintain safe and organized service.
- Communicated clearly with other employees to promote prompt preparation and delivery of food orders.
- Identified price of goods and calculated bills with optical price scanners, calculators, and cash registers.
- Delivered change and receipts to customers in cars to maintain accurate financial records and provide customers with correct change and proof of purchase.
- Maintained positive and professional attitude to instill business confidence and promote repeat business with customers.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to promote compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Operated headset communication system to take orders quickly and accurately from customers.
- Accurately operated cash register to process customer payments.
- Loaded food, dishes and utensils on carts and trays to transport from designated food preparation areas to designated tables.
- Replenished serving stations with fresh food and cleaned up spills.
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Performed serving, cleaning and stocking to high standards and provided excellent customer satisfaction.
- Prepared salads, soups and sandwiches for customers.
- Readied customers' take-out orders in secure bags with appropriate amounts of condiments, silverware and napkins.
- Reconciled receipt totals, cash and credit payments to address shortages.
- Filled out daily shift log to record amount of food prepared, used and leftover.
- Properly labeled and stored food and fresh ingredients in cooler or freezer to optimize freshness.
- Prepared recipe ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting, and measuring.
- Completed milkshakes and ice cream desserts for customers.
- Observed customer purchases in line and differentiated between standard portions.
- Backed up servers by setting up trays and completing some food deliveries.
- Memorized orders and maintained 85% accuracy in high-traffic times
- Answered guest questions and promoted special products
- Assisted customers in choosing menu items by providing food complementing information
Education
High School Diploma -
Rider High School
Wichita Falls, TX05.2009
Skills
- Exceptional Finish Carpentry Skills
- Custom Cabinertry Expertise
- Strong Analytical Skills
- Siding and Trim
- Build Frameworks
- Precision and Accuracy
- Carpentry and Woodworking
- Very coachable and quick learner
- Athletic
- Driven
- Custom woodwork
Accomplishments
- Promoted to Master Carpenter after 7 years of employment.
- Led major renovations on old residential properties prior to city auctions.
- Framed all new construction of a large single-family home development.
skateboard, mma/jiu jitsu fighter, collect snakes
I have been skate boarding for a few years. Just another passion and also a way of staying fit.I grew up in southern california so it was a big influence living there.
I have trained mma/ jiu jitsu for 5 years. I am a blue belt in jiu jitsu. I compete in tournaments throughout the year.
I have always had a passion for reptiles. I have 3 snakes and have had them for about three years. It is part of why i want to work with animals. One day i would like to become a specialist in reptiles.
Timeline
Carpenter
New Kings Carpentry
03.2017 - Current
Line Cook
Fuzzys Tacos
08.2013 - 06.2014
Server
Eskimo Hut - Frozen Daiquiris To-Go
06.2011 - 11.2012
Grocery Bagger
United Supermarkets
02.2008 - 08.2009
Car Hopper
Sonics Drive In
04.2006 - 05.2007
High School Diploma -
Rider High School