Benjamin McGee
Norwalk,IA
Summary
Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Dietary Manager
Norwalk Nursing And Rehab
Norwalk, Iowa
09.2021 - Current
- Monitored production to check safety, standardized production and appropriate portioning.
- Visited with residents to inquire about satisfaction, quality and personal preferences.
- Consulted with dietitians to plan menus appropriate for patient needs.
- Purchased food supplies for department according to budget limitations.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
Nursing Home Chef
Norwalk Nursing And Rehab
Norwalk, Iowa
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Heavy Equipment Operator
DeLong Construction Inc
Washington, Iowa
04.2019 - 07.2019
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
Shift Manager
Arbys Restaurant
Norwalk, Iowa
04.2016 - 01.2018
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
- Coached crew members to optimize performance and motivate toward more efficient work.
- Exercised composure under pressure and in escalated customer service scenarios.
- Excelled in every store position and regularly backed up front-line staff.
Education
CDM Certification - Dietary Management
Des Moines Area Community College
Des Moines07.2022
Associate Arts
Des Moines Area Community College
Des Moines, Iowa09.2015
Skills
- Scheduling Staff
- Investigating Complaints
- Equipment Maintenance and Repairs
- Relationship Building
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Health Code Compliance
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Problem Solving
- Inventory Management
- Monitoring Food Preparation
- Quality Assurance
- Training and Onboarding
- Managing Deliveries
- Conflict Resolution
- Expense Tracking
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Enforcing Nutritional Standards
- Calm and Pleasant Demeanor
- Team Leadership
- Microsoft Office
Camping, Fishing, and Hockey
I camp almost every weekend with my fiance, daughter, and dog during the season. Fishing and hunting allows me to clear my mind and appreciate the simple things life has to offer. In addition to loving the outdoors I occasionally play hockey.
Timeline
Dietary Manager
Norwalk Nursing And Rehab
09.2021 - Current
Nursing Home Chef
Norwalk Nursing And Rehab
08.2020 - 09.2021
Heavy Equipment Operator
DeLong Construction Inc
04.2019 - 07.2019
Shift Manager
Arbys Restaurant
04.2016 - 01.2018
CDM Certification - Dietary Management
Des Moines Area Community College
Associate Arts
Des Moines Area Community College