Blake Warner
Woods Coffee
Maple Falls,WA
9
years of professional experience
Brand new father looking to start a new career for the foreseeable future. Experienced in many areas but astute in communication skills and dependability. Skilled in problem solving, customer relations and team leadership.
Work History
Store Manager
4 Years 10 Months- Cultivated a positive customer experience through effective staff training and engagement strategies.
- Directed daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and optimal team performance.
- Implemented inventory management processes, enhancing product availability and reducing waste.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, adjusting strategies to maximize revenue growth.
- Collaborated with upper management on strategic initiatives to enhance store performance and customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in hiring as well as mentored and developed team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
- Established operational standards that improved service speed while maintaining quality expectations.
- Led staff meetings focused on goal alignment, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
Sous Chef
11 Months- Assisted kitchen team in preparing high-quality dishes, ensuring consistent flavor and presentation.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Assisted prep work in all areas of the kitchen including soups, sides, main courses, desserts and learned how to butcher beef and pork.
Traffic Control Flagger
11 Months- Directed traffic flow around construction sites to ensure safety of workers and motorists.
- Monitored site conditions, identifying hazards and implementing corrective measures promptly.
- Trained new flaggers on safety protocols and proper signaling techniques to ensure compliance.
- Collaborated with crew members to enhance communication and maintain efficient workflow on job sites.
- Developed strategies for improving traffic management efficiency during peak hours at work zones.
- Implemented best practices for signage placement, enhancing visibility and reducing incidents on site.
- Calmly managed clearing of path during passage of emergency vehicles.
Welder
1 Year 11 Months- Fabricated metal components using MIG, TIG, and stick welding techniques on steel and aluminum to meet production specifications.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot design issues and improve weld quality.
- Conducted regular inspections of welds to ensure compliance with safety standards and specifications.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Rebuilt aluminum smelting pots to specific blueprint standards.
- Used plasma cutters to cut out damaged areas of smelting pots.
- Used grinders on welds and on carbon buildup to ensure stability of the structure.
Education
No Degree - Electrical Engineering/Law And Justice
High School Diploma
Skills
Customer service
Problem-solving
Customer relations
Multitasking and organization
Team leadership
Outstanding communication skills
Inventory management
Sales analysis
Cash management
Employee training
Recruitment and hiring
Employee scheduling
Work Planning and Prioritization
Opening and closing procedures
Timeline
Store Manager
Woods Coffee
06.2021 - 04.2026Read More
Sous Chef
Herb Neimanns Steak House
06.2020 - 05.2021Read More
Traffic Control Flagger
Northwest Safety Signs
06.2019 - 05.2020Read More
Welder
Alcoa Intalco Works
06.2017 - 05.2019Read More
Central Washington University
No Degree from Electrical Engineering/Law And Justice
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Nooksack Valley High School
High School Diploma
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