Calvin Carl James
Hampton,VA
Summary
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Dietary Aide
Langley Post Acute
06.2025 - Current
- Assist with the preparations of nutritious meals according to dietary guidelines and resident preferences.
- Served meals to residents while ensuring proper portion sizes and presentation.
- Monitored food temperatures to uphold safety and quality standards for resident meals.
- Managed inventory and stocked supplies to ensure availability for meal preparation.
- Trained new dietary aides on kitchen procedures and safety practices to enhance team readiness.
- Set up trays and food service carts to deliver food to residents.
- Prepare and deliver snacks to nurse station for distribution to residents.
- Prepare desserts and beverages for residents.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas following health regulations.
- Thoroughly cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment and surfaces to meet health standards.
- Performed general cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes, wiping countertops.
- Monitored expiration dates on products and disposed of any spoiled or expired foods.
Taxi Operator
Entrepreneur
Jamaica
04.2016 - 04.2025
- Transported students' to and from schools during school hours
- Transported occupants in and around requisite routes.
- Provide charter services across Jamaica as requested.
- Navigated routes efficiently while ensuring passenger safety and comfort.
Security Guard
CB Chicken Ltd
Jamaica
09.2011 - 03.2016
- Monitored premises to prevent unauthorized access and ensure safety.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify and report security breaches.
- Responded promptly to alarms and emergency situations as required.
- Assisted in training new security staff on protocols and procedures.
- Maintained accurate logs of daily activities and incidents observed.
- Implemented security measures to protect company assets and property.
- Conducted daily security patrols of assigned areas.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with employees and visitors.
Metal Worker
Jamalco Ltd
Jamaica
01.2005 - 07.2010
- Executed repairs on damaged metal structures to ensure longevity.
- Soldered and bolted connections, ensuring parts are inspected and assembled properly.
- Clean work areas after each job is completed to maintain a safe working environment.
- Lifted and moved items weighing many pounds.
- Observed safety practices and procedures to maintain safe and clean work environment.
Education
Carpentry Certificate -
Portmore Heart Academy
01-2007
High School Diploma -
Porus High School
01-1989
Skills
- Food safety standards
- Inventory/stock management
- Kitchen sanitation practices
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Food presentation
- Food preparation
- Detail orientation
- Food storage
- Time management
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Masonry/construction
- Farming and gardening
- Carpentry/painting
References
- Traci Chestnutt-Jefferson, (757) 871-1379, Accounts Manager, Langley Post Acute
- Aston Dawkins, (203) 685-0028, Langley Airforce
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 01/10/72
Timeline
Dietary Aide
Langley Post Acute
06.2025 - Current
Taxi Operator
Entrepreneur
04.2016 - 04.2025
Security Guard
CB Chicken Ltd
09.2011 - 03.2016
Metal Worker
Jamalco Ltd
01.2005 - 07.2010
Carpentry Certificate -
Portmore Heart Academy
High School Diploma -
Porus High School