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Christopher Latella

Christopher Latella

Newark,OH

Summary

I have ten+ years' experience as manager and assistant manager in the restaurant business and various other fields. I consider myself to be a hands-on leader, I lead by example working side by side with the team while strengthening teamwork and focusing on extreme customer service, while creating an amazing experience for every customer.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

External Construction Inspector

Kinetic/Windstream
07.2020 - Current
  • Improved construction quality by conducting thorough inspections of building materials, methods, and structural integrity.
  • Kept up-to-date on inspection regulations, codes, ordinances and techniques.
  • Determined work met applicable city, state and federal guidelines and discipline-specific codes.
  • Assisted project managers in developing comprehensive inspection schedules that aligned with overall project timelines.
  • Completed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
  • Prevented costly rework or repair efforts by identifying non-compliant installations early in the construction process.
  • Reviewed drawings and assessed construction against plans.
  • Evaluated contractor performance during phased inspections, helping ensure consistent quality throughout all stages of a project''s lifecycle.
  • Collaborated with construction teams to identify and resolve issues promptly, resulting in minimal delays and cost overruns.
  • Provided information about methods and materials to correct problems and bring construction in compliance with ordinances and codes.
  • Enhanced project efficiency by maintaining accurate records of all inspection activities and findings.
  • Streamlined communication between contractors and architects by providing clear documentation of inspection results, including photographs when necessary.
  • Maximized accuracy in reporting findings through extensive use of digital tools such as tablets, mobile apps, software programs designed specifically for inspectors'' needs.
  • Reviewed site permits and licenses of operating contractors.
  • Re-inspected commercial and residential constructions which previously failed inspections.
  • Developed strong working relationships with relevant agencies, facilitating timely permit issuance and other regulatory approvals required for project progress.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through timely follow-up on reported issues or complaints related to construction workmanship or materials used in projects inspected previously.

Senior Chef

Piada Italian Street Food
01.2016 - 12.2019
  • Responsible to organize, assign and direct all kitchen activities
  • Weekly scheduling and personnel management
  • Control and direct the food preparation process and other relative activities
  • Approve and 'polish' dishes before they reach the customer
  • Plan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortages

Kitchen Manager

Applebee's Bar and Grill
10.2010 - 12.2015
  • Supervise daily back of house restaurant operations
  • Manage kitchen staff and coordinate food orders
  • Supervise food prep and cooking
  • Train kitchen staff on prep work and food plating techniques
  • Food cost analysis below industry norms

Store Manager

Sunrise Appliances
06.2006 - 10.2010
  • Oversee all daily operations, manage store employees, including sales, marketing, scheduling, and inventory responsibilities
  • Meeting sales goals by training, motivating, mentoring and providing feedback to store staff
  • Developing store strategies to raise customers' pool, expand store traffic and optimize profitability
  • Ensuring high levels of customers satisfaction through excellent service

Education

High School Diploma -

Licking Valley High School
Newark, OH
06.1994

Skills

  • 9/10

Certification

  • Servsafe Food & Bar, 12/31/25
  • Food handling and storage, 12/31/25

Additional Information

Served in the United States Navy 95-98 Religious Program Specialist (RP) Chaplains Assistant Petty Officer 3rd class. Served aboard the SSN764 Boise.

Timeline

External Construction Inspector

Kinetic/Windstream
07.2020 - Current

Senior Chef

Piada Italian Street Food
01.2016 - 12.2019

Kitchen Manager

Applebee's Bar and Grill
10.2010 - 12.2015

Store Manager

Sunrise Appliances
06.2006 - 10.2010

High School Diploma -

Licking Valley High School

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