Christopher Wilson
Wylie,TX
Summary
As culinary professional, brings comprehensive experience in high-volume kitchen environments. Known for creating and executing innovative menus while maintaining high standards of food quality. Reliable team player focused on collaboration and achieving excellence in every dish.
Professional culinary specialist with solid experience in high-volume kitchen environments. Adept at leading teams to deliver high-quality dishes while maintaining focus on collaboration and adaptability. Skilled in menu planning, inventory management, and maintaining health and safety standards. Known for reliability and results-driven approach to meet evolving needs of kitchen.
Experienced with managing kitchen staff and ensuring seamless operations. Utilizes creativity in menu development and ingredient selection. Track record of maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Sergeant
Madison Detention Centers
03.2025 - 11.2025
- Assisted in maintaining order and safety within correctional facilities during daily operations.
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations.
- Supported staff in conducting routine security checks and inspections of premises.
- Collaborated with team members to respond effectively to incidents and emergencies.
- Documented daily activities and inmate interactions accurately for reporting purposes.
- Participated in training sessions to learn operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Engaged in conflict resolution strategies to de-escalate tense situations among inmates.
- Maintained order and security in the correctional facility by enforcing rules, regulations, and procedures.
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting regular security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Helped enforce disciplinary measures in accordance with institutional policies and guidelines.
- Served as a role model for subordinates, demonstrating professionalism in all aspects of job responsibilities.
- Verified all prison visitors carried proper identification and had no contraband before entering institution.
- Improved staff performance by providing training and guidance on institutional policies and best practices.
Lead Sales Associate
Dollar General Store
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisted customers in product selection, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained store displays and inventory organization to attract customers.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and improve customer service.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty.
- Trained new associates on sales techniques and store policies for consistent performance.
- Handled cash register operations and customer transactions to process payments.
- Resolved customer issues promptly, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty.
- Processed and stocked merchandise in accordance with store standards.
- Contributed towards improving overall store ambience by maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Performed inventory control procedures to manage stock.
- Monitored stock levels and reported discrepancies to management for timely replenishment.
- Managed inventory effectively, minimizing stock-outs and overstock situations.
- Trained, coached, and mentored new sales associates for maximum performance.
- Maintained store visual standards by setting up window and interior displays to merchandising guidelines.
- Assisted customers in making informed purchasing decisions by providing expert advice on product features and benefits.
- Trained new sales associates to ensure consistent performance across the team.
- Developed a loyal client base through personalized attention, product knowledge, and exceptional service standards.
- Led team meetings to share best practices, set targets, and motivate staff members towards achieving goals.
- Collaborated with store management to develop promotions and marketing initiatives that boosted overall sales.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when presenting sales pitches, addressing concerns, or negotiating deals with clients.
- Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
- Trained new employees on customer service, money handling and organizing strategies.
Stocker
Walmart
04.2021 - 03.2023
- Organized and stocked merchandise to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Monitored product freshness and quality, removing expired items promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient replenishment of stock.
- Implemented effective layout strategies to enhance product visibility and accessibility.
- Assisted in training new staff on stocking procedures and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular audits of stock levels to prevent shortages and overstock situations.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly locating items and providing product information.
- Contributed to store cleanliness, ensuring aisles were free from clutter and hazards for shopper safety.
- Reduced out-of-stock situations with regular monitoring of product levels on sales floor.
- Assisted customers with special requests, enhancing their shopping experience at the store.
- Ensured proper rotation of perishable goods to maintain freshness and comply with health regulations.
- Interacted with guests in friendly and knowledgeable way.
- Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
- Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Updated merchandise pricing to match new values and special promotional rates.
- Stocked warehouse efficiently by comparing item numbers with storage locations.
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
- Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped.
- Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines.
- Recorded daily activities for inventory control.
Lead Cook
Wingstop Restaurant
12.2019 - 02.2023
- Supervised daily kitchen operations, ensuring timely meal preparation and service.
- Trained and mentored junior cooks in food safety and culinary techniques.
- Developed new menu items, enhancing customer satisfaction and dining experience.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through efficient stock control practices.
- Implemented health and safety standards, maintaining compliance with local regulations.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to optimize service flow during peak hours.
- Assisted in budgeting for kitchen supplies, contributing to overall cost management.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, ensuring high levels of guest satisfaction.
- Took over line positions in event of emergency.
- Maintained a high standard of food quality by consistently reviewing dishes for taste, presentation, and adherence to established guidelines.
- Supervised line cooks to monitor food safety and order accuracy.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction ratings by promptly addressing concerns regarding menu items or food quality issues.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
Skills
- Inmate supervision
- Security protocols
- Conflict resolution
- Emergency response
- Staff training
- Regulatory compliance
- Safety inspections
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Disciplinary enforcement
- Customer service
- Operational procedures
- Inventory control
- Cash handling
- Time management
- Policy enforcement
- Inmate transportation
- Rules of conduct
- Inventory counting
- Inspections
- Public safety
- Detail management
- Team leadership
- Schedule management
- Training coordination
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Serve Safe Certificate- [2020-2024]
Timeline
Correctional Sergeant
Madison Detention Centers
03.2025 - 11.2025
Lead Sales Associate
Dollar General Store
01.2023 - 02.2024
Stocker
Walmart
04.2021 - 03.2023
Lead Cook
Wingstop Restaurant
12.2019 - 02.2023