Christopher Hunter
Aurora,CO
Summary
Accomplished Project Engineer and Purchasing Manager at Foothills Custom Cabinet, adept in subcontracting management and excelling in verbal and written communication. Spearheaded compliance and cost-saving initiatives, achieving significant improvements in supplier relationships and project execution. Demonstrated proficiency in Microvellum and Autocad, ensuring top-notch design and specification planning.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Engineer
Foothills Custom Cabinet
08.2018 - Current
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
- Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
- Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities.
- Recommended improvements for design, construction means and materials based on field or changing conditions.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials.
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
Purchasing Manager
Foothills Custom Cabinet
05.2015 - 08.2018
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Monitored and evaluated vendor performance to determine compliance with quality standards.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
Line Cook
Denver Chophouse
06.2013 - 07.2015
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
Shop Worker
Foothills Custom Cabinet
08.2008 - 06.2013
- Maintained orderly and clean work areas for maximum productivity.
- Completed daily tasks accurately and on-time to support shop needs.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University
Denver, CO05-2009
Skills
- Subcontracting management
- Design and specification planning
- Contract compliance
- Cost management
- Verbal and written communication
- Building applications
- Specification review
- Change orders
- Proficient in Microvellum and Autocad
- Construction management
- Purchasing and procurement
Timeline
Project Engineer
Foothills Custom Cabinet
08.2018 - Current
Purchasing Manager
Foothills Custom Cabinet
05.2015 - 08.2018
Line Cook
Denver Chophouse
06.2013 - 07.2015
Shop Worker
Foothills Custom Cabinet
08.2008 - 06.2013
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University
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