Charles Gasaway
Key West,FL
Summary
Damage control man basic and advance training. Emergency and chemical warfare preventive and safety trained. Firearms trained.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Supervisor
USCG Training Center Cape May Basic Training
08.2022 - 10.2024
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
- Tracked food production levels, meal counts, and supply costs.
- Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes.
- Kept guest and work areas clean, organized, and sanitized per established standards.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
- Planned routine upkeep of kitchen equipment and facilities for safe and efficient operations.
- Addressed customer complaints with professional demeanor and used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve issues.
Food Service Officer
CGC Mallet
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Cross trained in rover duties including pistol & shotgun.
- Advanced firefighting trained, and an active instructor of the DCAT team incorporating all skills to bring newly reported personnel to highest qualification level needed to ensure successful operations.
- Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes.
- Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions, and deposited establishment's earnings to bank.
- Oversaw training of more than Number team members.
- Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
- Trained and supervised new staff to enhance sanitary service skills and comply with food safety standards.
- Prepared weekly schedules and assigned tasks to staff to maintain organized shift and smooth operations.
- Stayed current with industry trends and innovations to boost competitiveness and customer appeal.
- Created new recipes, outlined steps, and training staff on correct preparation.
- Planned and executed promotions and special events in close collaboration with management.
Jack of the Dust
USCG Sector Key West
08.2016 - 08.2019
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with local vendors.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Versatile professional with strong problem-solving skills and history of adapting to diverse challenges. Applies innovative solutions and technical expertise to deliver exceptional results. Committed to streamlining processes and advancing organizational objectives.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Officer-of-the-day (OOD)
CGC Ridley & Bonito
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Utilized OC exposure, pistol, and rifle qualifications to stand vigilant migrant & detainee watches ranging between 10-98 on deck.
- Currently permitted for concealed carry across 4 states.
- Created contingency plans to address unexpected tactical, weather, and emergency scenarios.
- Directed sanitation operations in complex and challenging environments.
- Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical, and rescue operations.
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
- Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities.
- Supervised manual and automated supply strategies, and connected with supply and data processing teams to facilitate communication and collaboration.
- Trained and mentored personnel in emergency operations and tactics.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Maintained and logged weapons inventory daily, and briefed Command on all mechanical aspects and well being throughout the ship
Culinary Specialist
USCG Vigilant
02.2011 - 07.2014
- Directly involved in the team efforts of preventing 480 pounds of marijuana, 2,046 pounds of cocaine, and assorted illegal prescription drugs with an estimated wholesale value of more than $26 million from entering unauthorized global territories.
- Directly involved in the confiscation of from entering unauthorized global territories
- Took inventory of supplies and maintained accurate stock records to minimize losses and support supply ordering.
- Developed menus and meal plans which met personnel needs, utilizing available supplies and within budget restrictions.
- Maintained records and awareness of unique dietary restrictions or allergies of personnel, accommodating needs in meal preparation.
- Prepared and served food to approximately 109 personnel in upscale urban restaurant.
- Managed delivery of fresh rations in foreign environments for over 150 personnel.
- Established food preparation procedures and guidelines to promote meal consistency and quality.
- Conducted inspections of food preparation and dining facilities to verify compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Planned menus and ordered various food stock to provide balanced and nutritious meals.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Education
Certificate -
New England Culinary Institute
Montpelier, VT05.2019
High School Deploma -
Osan American High School
Osan Air Force Base05.2004
Skills
- Staff Leadership
- Portioning
- Kitchen staff coordination
- Recipe creation
- Food Preparation
- Cost Control
- Allergy awareness
- Sanitation Standards
- Nutrition knowledge
- Employee Scheduling
- Staff recruitment
- Food Storage
Timeline
Food Service Supervisor
USCG Training Center Cape May Basic Training
08.2022 - 10.2024
Food Service Officer
CGC Mallet
08.2019 - 08.2022
Jack of the Dust
USCG Sector Key West
08.2016 - 08.2019
Officer-of-the-day (OOD)
CGC Ridley & Bonito
08.2014 - 08.2016
Culinary Specialist
USCG Vigilant
02.2011 - 07.2014
Certificate -
New England Culinary Institute
High School Deploma -
Osan American High School
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