Brian Bowens
Erie,CO
Summary
Proactive and detail-oriented, I excelled at Walmart by enhancing store appearance and customer satisfaction through efficient stock management and safety practices. Skilled in pallet jack operation and team collaboration, I significantly contributed to a seamless restocking process, leveraging my ability to lift heavy items and maintain an organized work environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
100 Commons Drive Parkesburg,PA
05.2021 - 12.2024
- Maintained proper storage of overstock items, keeping backroom areas organized and accessible for future use.
- Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
- Enhanced store appearance for better customer experience through meticulous shelf stocking and arrangement.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Ensured timely completion of nightly stocking tasks, optimizing store readiness for the following day''s operation.
- Scanned shelves and product cases to locate expired, outdated, and spoiled items.
- Collaborated with fellow team members, ensuring consistent communication and task distribution for a successful restocking process.
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
Dishwasher
I-Hop
100 Main Street Exton PA
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
Dishwasher
Famous Toastery
100 Main Street Exton PA
05.2016 - 01.2018
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace for fellow staff members.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with kitchen staff members.
- Supported overall restaurant operations by promptly restocking clean dishes and utensils in designated areas.
- Helped team meet expected demands by restocking work areas throughout restaurant such as server stations, salad bars, and supply cupboards.
- Minimized cross-contamination risks by following proper procedures for washing cutting boards, knives, and other essential tools.
- Exceeded health code standards with diligent attention to detail when cleaning all surfaces within the dishwashing area.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting work schedule to accommodate fluctuating business demands during peak dining hours or special events.
- Inspected dishwashing equipment and reported issues to supervisor.
- Improved workflow efficiency in tight spaces while maneuvering heavy trays of dirty dishes from the dining room to the dishwashing station without incident.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots or [Type] items used often by kitchen staff.
- Maximized dishwasher efficiency by regularly inspecting and performing minor maintenance on the machine when necessary.
- Increased kitchen efficiency, organizing clean dishes and utensils in accessible manner for culinary staff.
- Ensured timely availability of kitchenware, speeding up service during peak times with efficient dishwashing routines.
- Facilitated smooth kitchen operations, promptly addressing any malfunctions with dishwashing equipment to prevent downtime.
- Improved safety in kitchen by properly handling and storing cleaning chemicals and supplies.
- Fostered collaborative work environment, sharing best practices with new team members for maintaining high standards of kitchen cleanliness.
- Supported kitchen staff by preparing work areas before rush hours, streamlining cooking and serving process.
- Reduced risk of cross-contamination, meticulously organizing dishware and kitchen tools after thorough washing and sanitization.
- Minimized water usage and environmental impact with effective washing techniques, aligning with sustainability goals.
- Contributed to team effort, assisting with food prep tasks during off-peak hours to support kitchen staff.
- Reinforced health codes compliance, regularly cleaning and sanitizing dishwasher area and sinks.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation in kitchen, contributing to healthy working environment by rigorously following cleaning schedules.
- Contributed to inventory management by reporting low supplies of cleaning agents and dishware to management.
- Stored dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment in proper locations.
- Washed dishes and assisted in bussing tables.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coatesville Area Senior High School
1445 Lincoln HwyE, Coatesville,PA 1932006-1988
Skills
- Stocking shelves
- Stock rotation
- Pallet jack operation
- Product restocking
- Handheld scanner use
- Label reading
- Stock replenishment
- Maintaining safety
- Heavy lifting
Timeline
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
05.2021 - 12.2024
Dishwasher
I-Hop
02.2018 - 03.2020
Dishwasher
Famous Toastery
05.2016 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Coatesville Area Senior High School