Brian Wright
Wenonah,NJ
Summary
This was a voluntary service at America's Keswick. I began by dishwashing at the Hobart station, I was quickly moved out into the dining room floor to assist customers, by keeping vigilant watch over the banquet food supply.
As I was being vetted and evaluated by my supervisors I was trusted with more responsibilities.
Eager Kitchen Hand known for cleaning workstations, handling dish washing duties and monitoring inventory. Well-trained to keep kitchen well-stocked and ready for busy mealtimes. Considered motivated volunteer to serve the Lord with a positive attitude. Responsible kitchen staff member offering proven skills maintaining clean kitchens and promoting customer satisfaction through exceptional service. Dedicated to completing fast-paced work and properly handling food. Service-driven team player good at connecting with people resulting in repeat customers. Orderly assistant committed to maintaining clean and organized work areas for food prep and storage. Provides active support to cooks by sanitizing equipment and tools, monitoring food portions and filling containers for take-out eat-in requests. Eager to help new staff members develop quick, clean workflows without sacrificing service quality. Hardworking and passionate volunteer with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level kitchen position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Hardworking Kitchen Hand known for handling support tasks, mopping floors, maintaining food safety and restocking pantry items. Considered motivated and efficient worker. Kitchen familiarity with deep frying, good prep, limited grill work, oven exp. and knife work..
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Staff Member
America's Keswick
06.2023 - 09.2024
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict hygiene standards for optimal food safety.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Contributed to positive workplace culture through strong teamwork, open communication, and a commitment to excellence.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Increased overall kitchen productivity by assisting in multiple stations as needed during busy shifts.
- Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely meal preparation and consistent quality.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination during peak service hours.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness throughout the kitchen, maintaining sanitary conditions per local health department guidelines.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Ensured prompt order fulfillment by effectively prioritizing tasks during high-volume periods.
- Trained new hires on kitchen procedures, equipment usage, and safety protocols, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Provided excellent customer service by promptly addressing any concerns or questions regarding menu items or dietary restrictions.
- Supported head chef with accurate measuring and portioning of ingredients for consistent dish presentation and taste.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
- Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Lifted and carried heavy materials.
- Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
- Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
Boilermaker
Boilermakers Local 19
06.2008 - 01.2010
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the team, consistently seeking ways to enhance processes and performance standards.
- Inspected equipment, structures and materials to identify cause of errors.
- Upheld company reputation for excellence by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Used power hammers or weld pressure vessel tubes to achieve leakproof joints.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through diligent adherence to codes and guidelines in all tasks performed.
- Assembled and analyzed boilers for defects.
- Cleaned and maintained boilers and associated equipment to increase efficiency and performance level.
- Visited work sites to upgrade components, boiler tubes and ductwork.
- Removed boiler casings, grades, handrails, manhole, and hole covers to facilitate access to boilers or other vessels for repair.
- Improved team productivity with comprehensive training sessions on boiler operations and safety protocols.
- Achieved timely project completion by effectively managing resources, schedules, and deadlines while working on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Served as a reliable mentor to new hires, providing guidance and support during their onboarding process.
- Enhanced boiler efficiency by performing regular maintenance and repairs on equipment.
- Demonstrated versatility in working with various types of boilers, including fire-tube, water-tube, cast iron, condensing, and biomass models.
- Utilized specialized tools and machinery to complete repairs and installation.
Construction Management
BJ Wright Enterprises LLC.
03.2005 - 12.2009
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices in construction management and fostering a supportive work environment.
- Improved project efficiency by assisting with the development and implementation of construction management plans.
- Mentored junior team members in best practices for construction management and leadership development skills.
- Served as a liaison between construction management teams and trainers, facilitating effective communication of expectations and goals related to workforce development.
- Continuously enhanced professional knowledge by staying updated on industry trends, attending relevant conferences, and participating in ongoing training opportunities related to quantity surveying and construction management.
- Assisted in winning new projects by demonstrating the benefits of utilizing BIM for design, analysis, and construction management.
- Enhanced project efficiency by implementing effective construction management processes and techniques.
- Gained valuable hands-on experience working closely with skilled professionals in multiple areas of construction management.
- Streamlined project delivery through effective communication with stakeholders, timely decision-making, and efficient resource allocation during construction management activities.
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication between team members and implementing best practices for construction management.
- Coordinated procurement of project plans and specifications and routed data to construction management team.
- Assisted in the successful completion of various projects by providing administrative support to the construction management team.
- Implemented best practices in construction management, leading to safe working environments and minimal delays during execution phases.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on complex transactions involving financing, zoning, permitting, construction management, and asset disposition activities.
- Managed projects from inception to completion across programming, design, bidding and construction management.
- Assisted in the successful completion of projects by providing administrative support to the construction management team.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by promptly reporting any safety hazards or concerns to management.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Assisted in project management for timely completion of construction tasks and overall efficiency.
- Consistently maintained clear lines of communication between company management, dispatchers, customers, and peers to ensure smooth operations at all times.
- Consistently met deadlines for residential construction projects through careful planning, organization, and time management skills.
- Reduced construction time for projects by implementing effective scheduling and resource management strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive quality control reviews on architectural drawings to minimize errors during construction phase.
- Ensured timely project completion with effective scheduling and resource management for construction projects.
Real Estate Investor
Wright Holdings LLC
05.2004 - 12.2009
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Ironworker
Local Union #399
06.1980 - 10.1997
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
- Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.
- Upheld high-quality craftsmanship standards while working on complex projects, resulting in successful completion with minimal defects or rework required.
- Expedited construction timelines by effectively operating heavy equipment, such as cranes and forklifts.
- Skillfully operated hand tools such as spud wrenches or drift pins for aligning bolt holes in steel members during assembly processes.
- Strengthened team communication by proactively collaborating with supervisors, engineers, and other tradespeople on job sites.
- Prioritized safety across job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting.
- Consistently met deadlines through efficient time management skills while working under pressure in various weather conditions.
- Maintained a strong safety record by vigilantly inspecting equipment, machinery, and work areas to identify potential hazards before accidents could occur.
- Installed steel cables to reinforce structures before tightening and reinforcing.
- Maximized material usage by skillfully measuring, marking, and cutting steel components with precision tools.
- Provided reliable support during rigging operations to ensure the safe lifting of heavy steel beams into place.
- Enhanced workplace safety with consistent adherence to established protocols and regulations.
- Minimized errors with careful use of leveling instruments to verify the correct alignment of structural components before securing them permanently in place.
- Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
- Increased project durability by expertly fastening steel members using bolts or welding methods based on design requirements.
- Hoisted metal components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
- Used appropriate safety measures and encouraged other team members to do same in effort to avoid job site injuries.
- Promoted a positive work environment by mentoring junior ironworkers in industry best practices and safe techniques.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
- Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.
- Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel and heavy equipment using hoisting equipment, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks.
- Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
- Followed blueprints and instructions from supervisors to erect columns, beams and girders.
- Followed safety guidelines to fasten structural steel members and hoisted cables, chains and rope.
- Aligned structural steel members to rivet, bolt and weld permanently into place.
- Inspected projects, identified issues that occurred and implemented corrective measures.
Education
4 Yr - Apprenticeship
Ironworkers Apprentice Program
Camden County Voc. Tech School 06.1985
High School - Business
Gloucester City Jr.Sr.High School
Gloucester City, NJ06.1980
Skills
- Erecting Structural Steel Skyscrapers and Bridgeswelding,, hanging steel beams etc
- Construction Management
- Multiple skills in all areas of construction
- Rehabbing Residential Property
- Maintenance multiple trades carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting etc
- Buying / Selling investment properties
- Some computer skills
- Kitchen assistant; Cleaning /sanitizing kitchen equipment, tables utensils
- Catering set up break down and supply
- Deep frier experienced; Food Prep experience; grill partial experience; oven partial experience , food stocking dry, cold, freezer, food supply to chef And anything else a chef may need done
Timeline
Kitchen Staff Member
America's Keswick
06.2023 - 09.2024
Boilermaker
Boilermakers Local 19
06.2008 - 01.2010
Construction Management
BJ Wright Enterprises LLC.
03.2005 - 12.2009
Real Estate Investor
Wright Holdings LLC
05.2004 - 12.2009
Ironworker
Local Union #399
06.1980 - 10.1997
4 Yr - Apprenticeship
Ironworkers Apprentice Program
High School - Business
Gloucester City Jr.Sr.High School
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