Andrew Adamson
CABOT,AR
Summary
Food service professional adept at FOH and BOH operations. Demonstrated team leader with excellent staff management skills.
Proactive Restaurant Team Member known for handling various tasks from greeting customers to preparing simple menu items to restocking supplies. Considered motivated and efficient employee.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Pulaski County Detention Center
01.2021 - Current
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Contributed to improved facility conditions by regularly participating in maintenance tasks such as cleaning common areas, inspecting equipment for damage, and reporting needed repairs.
- Collaborated with fellow deputies and supervisors to maintain order within the facility and promptly address any conflicts or incidents that occurred.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent documentation of daily activities, incident reports, and other required forms; maintaining strict adherence to established policies for data privacy and confidentiality.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
Prep Cook
Outback Steakhouse
05.2020 - 11.2020
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping and taking out trash.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Prepared ingredients for menu items.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware and cooking utensils.
Assistant Manager
La Madeleine Country French Cafe
04.2016 - 02.2020
- Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
- Set and enforced policies focused on increasing team productivity and strengthening operational efficiency.
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Kept work areas clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Promoted to Assistant Manager after only 22 months with company.
- Counted cash in register drawer at beginning and end of shift.
- Checked identification for proof-of-age and refusing alcohol and tobacco sales to underage customers.
- Processed POS transactions, including checks, cash and credit purchases or refunds.
Crew Member
Brick Oven Pizza
01.2014 - 11.2015
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
- Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Maintained skill level of kitchen staff by properly coaching, counseling and disciplining employees.
- Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations when opening and closing kitchen.
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
- Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Assistant Manager
Busy Bee Liquor
10.2011 - 05.2013
- Received payments by cash, credit and personal check and remitted correct change.
- Denied alcoholic sales to intoxicated customers and contacted management immediately when issues escalated.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
- Restocked, arranged and organized merchandise in front lanes to drive product sales.
- Counted cash in register drawer at beginning and end of shift.
- Checked prices for customers and processed items sold by scanning barcodes.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments, and issue receipts.
- Checked identification for proof-of-age and refusing alcohol and tobacco sales to underage customers.
Crew Member
McDonald's
07.2010 - 08.2011
- Maintained clean, sanitized and well-organized food preparation zones.
- Performed shift change tasks each day to keep store efficient and neat.
- Checked completed orders for accuracy and bagged meals for easy carrying.
- Protected customers by washing and sanitizing dishes, glassware and silverware after each use.
- Cooked batches of food according to standard recipes.
- Replenished condiments, beverages and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
Education
GED -
Lonoke County
Lonoke, AR 02.2007 - 02.2007
Skills
Staff Management
undefinedTimeline
Deputy Sheriff
Pulaski County Detention Center
01.2021 - Current
Prep Cook
Outback Steakhouse
05.2020 - 11.2020
Assistant Manager
La Madeleine Country French Cafe
04.2016 - 02.2020
Crew Member
Brick Oven Pizza
01.2014 - 11.2015
Assistant Manager
Busy Bee Liquor
10.2011 - 05.2013
Crew Member
McDonald's
07.2010 - 08.2011
GED -
Lonoke County
02.2007 - 02.2007
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