Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Timeline
Generic

Calvin Bennett

STOCKTON,CA

Summary

Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Group Home Worker

Heads up Group homes
Galt, CA
03.2020 - 06.2023
  • Assisted with the development and implementation of staff policies and procedures.
  • Provided support to management in areas such as recruitment, training, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions.
  • Resolved conflicts between staff members in a timely manner while maintaining professionalism.
  • Organized team building activities designed to improve morale among staff members.
  • Answered phone calls and routed correspondence to appropriate staff members.
  • Conducted administrative duties and ran errands for supervisors.
  • Participated in staff training sessions, acquiring new skills and knowledge.
  • Assisted with the organization and execution of corporate events and meetings.

Cook

Hoosier Inn
Stockton, CA
03.1999 - 07.2001
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
  • Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
  • Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
  • Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
  • Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
  • Planned menus based on customer preferences, nutritional value and budget constraints.
  • Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.

Cashier

Walgreens
Stockton, CA
02.1997 - 07.1999
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
  • Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
  • Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
  • Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
  • Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.

Electrostatic Painter

Pilant Mfg
Sacramento, CA
03.1979 - 08.1985
  • Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting;.
  • Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding and patching holes;.
  • Mixed paints to desired color and texture;.

Education

Human Services

San Joaquin Delta College
Stockton, CA
01-2003

Medical Assist

Andon College
Stockton, CA
01-2001

Skills

  • Cooking
  • Sauteing
  • Ingredients measuring
  • Frying
  • Surface cleaning
  • Customer Service
  • Food presentation
  • Grilling
  • Recipe-based cooking
  • Food handling
  • Order prioritization
  • Supply Restocking
  • Order Verification
  • Dish preparation
  • Food Plating
  • Food Storage
  • Order delivery practices
  • Youth Mentoring
  • Life Skills Training
  • Client Advocacy
  • Disability Support
  • Behavioral support
  • Substance Abuse Counseling
  • Mental Health Assessment
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Cultural Competency
  • Client assessment
  • Family reunification specialist
  • Motivational enhancement therapy
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Substance Abuse Prevention
  • Decision-Making
  • Professionalism
  • Behavioral therapy
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Analytical Skills
  • Career Counseling
  • Goal Setting
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Case assessment
  • Multitasking
  • Conflict Resolution

Affiliations

I'm a well rounded gentleman with a very bright attitude and strong drive to change. I take great pride in myself and my accomplishments that I have achived in my life.

Accomplishments

  • I have achived 29 yrs of a new life in recovery and strong determination.

Timeline

Group Home Worker

Heads up Group homes
03.2020 - 06.2023

Cook

Hoosier Inn
03.1999 - 07.2001

Cashier

Walgreens
02.1997 - 07.1999

Electrostatic Painter

Pilant Mfg
03.1979 - 08.1985

Human Services

San Joaquin Delta College

Medical Assist

Andon College
Calvin Bennett