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Claude Wims

Claude Wims

CDL Driver
Albany Ga,GA

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with a proven track record at Grille House, excelling in meal preparation and kitchen management. Expert in optimizing workflows and enhancing food safety protocols, while fostering team collaboration. Renowned for signature dish creation and maintaining high food quality standards, ensuring exceptional dining experiences.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Grille House
01.2025 - Current
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
  • Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.

OTR Truck Driver

H&L Partnrrs
04.2021 - 08.2024
  • Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods and freight from tractor trailers, heavy duty trucks and flatbed vehicles.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Communicated regularly with dispatcher to provide updates on delivery times.

Dump Truck Driver

R&B Construction
05.2018 - 09.2021
  • Maintained a clean driving record while operating heavy machinery in challenging weather conditions or congested traffic areas.
  • Maintained required daily logs, vehicle inspection records and mileage.
  • Maximized fuel efficiency by carefully planning routes that optimized travel time and minimized idle periods during deliveries.
  • Reduced maintenance costs by performing routine upkeep on dump truck equipment and promptly reporting any necessary repairs.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Promoted a positive working relationship with clients through professional communication and consistent adherence to deadlines.
  • Hauled materials for road construction, large industrial use, construction and agriculture.
  • Inspected truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water.
  • Weighed in and out at scales for load ticketing and legal weight compliance.
  • Developed and established good relationships with customers by delivering prompt and courteous service with clear communication.
  • Operated vehicles according to local, regional and federal transportation regulations.
  • Maintained truck logs or time recordings as required by state and company policies and regulations.

Education

Certificate - CDL Training

Roadmaster Truck Driving School of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
01.2018

High School Diploma - College Prep

Albany High School
Albany, GA
06.1994

Skills

Meal preparation

Menu development

Kitchen management

Food quality

Food safety and sanitation

Cost control

Equipment maintenance

Time management

Team collaboration

Purchasing

Workflow optimization

Signature dish creation

Food presentation

Knife skills

Timeline

Chef

Grille House
01.2025 - Current

OTR Truck Driver

H&L Partnrrs
04.2021 - 08.2024

Dump Truck Driver

R&B Construction
05.2018 - 09.2021

Certificate - CDL Training

Roadmaster Truck Driving School of Atlanta

High School Diploma - College Prep

Albany High School
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