Andrew Russell
Brazil
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience at Upper Crust Food Service, excelling in food cost management and vendor relations. Proven ability to enhance product quality through effective inventory control and safety compliance. Strong team collaboration skills complemented by expertise in packaging and shipping processes, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Professional packaging expert with significant hands-on experience in packaging processes and quality control. Proven ability to maintain high standards and deliver results. Known for strong team collaboration, adaptability, and reliability. Expertise includes material handling, machine operation, and attention to safety protocols.
Experienced with packaging operations, ensuring quality and consistency in product handling. Utilizes organizational skills to maintain workflow and efficiency. Knowledge of safety protocols and team collaboration, ensuring smooth production processes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Packaging Associate
Knitwell
05.2025 - Current
- Inspected products before packaging to prevent shipping defective and damaged goods to customers.
- Learned and followed warehouse safety protocols to prevent injuries and accidents.
- Packed, weighed and shipped items per customer specifications.
- Labeled, recorded, and inspected packaging to prepare for shipment or storage.
Line Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
07.2024 - 05.2025
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Head Chef
Upper Crust Food Service
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Pastry Chef
Greendfeild Group (Breadworks, Bridges, Tap House)
08.2019 - 11.2023
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Developed cross-functional relationships with other departments, ensuring smooth operations and timely completion of tasks during special events or peak business hours.
- Implemented efficient production techniques, reducing waste and improving overall pastry quality.
- Effectively managed multiple tasks simultaneously during high-volume periods, maintaining consistent quality across all products.
- Developed new pastry recipes for seasonal menus, resulting in increased sales and positive feedback.
Education
South Putnam High School
Greencastle, IN05-2021
Skills
- Warehouse safety
- Labeling accuracy
- Shipping and receiving
- Product packing
- Product packaging
- Order fulfillment
- Materials transport
- Hand packing
- Machine operation
- Safety and compliance
- Team collaboration
Certification
- ServSafe
Timeline
Packaging Associate
Knitwell
05.2025 - Current
Line Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
07.2024 - 05.2025
Head Chef
Upper Crust Food Service
11.2023 - 12.2024
Pastry Chef
Greendfeild Group (Breadworks, Bridges, Tap House)
08.2019 - 11.2023
South Putnam High School
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