ANTONIO MCGEE
Chicago,IL
Summary
More than fifteen years of professional cooking and kitchen experience. Exemplify leadership qualities and professionalism, backed by a consistent, verifiable record of achievement. Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Groundmen
Pacific Rail Service
Chicago, IL
09.2021 - Current
- Maintained strict schedules for passengers and cargo.
- Inspected locomotives and rail cars for necessary maintenance before, during and after long routes and for regular maintenance requirements.
- Preparing the rail cars, this involves pinning and de- pinning, locking and unlocking, setting up spacers, and plugging in reefers.
- Conducted all pieces with skill and efficiency.
- Raised hitches on rial cars as needed, spot chassis next to rail cars for containers unloading, pull de-ramped loads a way from track and place them in appropriate parking lot.
- Operating forklifts and hostlers.
Mail Sorter
United States Postal Service, USPS
Chicago, IL
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy.
- Reviewed incoming mail for proper date, postage and barcode scans.
- Used automated mail processing equipment to sort and collate mail.
- Scanned incoming pieces, logging and uploading information into mail-tracking system to support resolution of future inquiries.
- Troubleshot malfunctioning mail-sorter machines by unclogging jams while protecting integrity of envelopes.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Line Cook / Supervisor Pastry and Sauté
The Kitchen American Bistro
Chicago, IL
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Station
- Supervised all aspects of meal preparation and addressed any observed issues
- Arranged for the catering of special events
- Prepare for food service; clean and chop food, set up and stock stations
- Scheduled kitchen staff for all meals and hired extra staff for special events
- Trained new kitchen staff
- Working quickly while implementing set standards, portion control and preparation expectations.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Line Cook
Seasons
Sacramento, CA
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Work in a team-oriented, high-volume, fast-paced, guest-centric environment
- Following recipe and presentation guidelines to meet or exceed guest expectations
- Coordination food orders to support timely and efficient delivery to each table
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- 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.
Line Cook
Devon’s Seafood and Steakhouse
Oakbrook, IL
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Served seafood, Maryland style, as well as Continental cuisine
- Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served
- Handles store and rotates all products properly..
Grill Cook
Cheesecake Factory
Chicago, IL
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Fried and baked meats, poultry and fish dishes
- Manage back house operations
- Assist and maintaining preparation and service area in a sanitary condition.
Education
A.A. Associates Degree - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu
2013
Skills
- Ground Cover Installation
- Chemical Applications
- Learning Techniques
- Loading and Unloading
- Freight Counts
- Crane Operations
- Food and Beverage Management
- Scheduling and Coordinating
Timeline
Groundmen
Pacific Rail Service
09.2021 - Current
Mail Sorter
United States Postal Service, USPS
12.2020 - 08.2021
Line Cook / Supervisor Pastry and Sauté
The Kitchen American Bistro
01.2018 - 03.2020
Line Cook
Seasons
01.2014 - 01.2017
Line Cook
Devon’s Seafood and Steakhouse
01.2013 - 01.2014
Grill Cook
Cheesecake Factory
01.2012 - 01.2013
A.A. Associates Degree - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu
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