Cody Shawver
Benihana
Orlando,FL
1
Language
1
Certification
14
years of professional experience
Culinary Professional committed to delivering high-quality dining experiences through unique recipe development and effective kitchen team leadership. Managed timely deliveries and optimized routes while maintaining accurate records and ensuring customer satisfaction. Coordinated onsite activities to enhance operational efficiency, fostering team collaboration and adaptability to meet changing needs.
Work History
Teppan Chef
2 Years 5 Months- Prepared and cooked teppanyaki dishes in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment
- Executed precise knife skills to enhance ingredient preparation for teppanyaki dishes
- Engaged customers through entertaining cooking techniques, enhancing dining experience
- Collaborated with the waitstaff to ensure accurate order taking and timely delivery of meals
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the teppanyaki grill station throughout service hours
- Designed visually appealing teppanyaki dish presentations to elevate customer enjoyment
- Adhered to strict food safety standards, including proper handling, storage, and temperature control
Server Assistant/Busser
2 Years 5 Months- Assisted servers in providing exceptional customer service by promptly delivering food and beverages to tables
- Efficiently refilled water glasses and replenished condiments as needed throughout the meal
- Efficiently refilled water glasses and replenished condiments throughout the meal
- Resolved guest requests or concerns promptly, enhancing overall dining experience
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area, ensuring a pleasant atmosphere for guests
- Coordinated with team members to streamline operations during busy shifts
- Collaborated with server assistants to optimize workflow, ensuring timely service
Delivery Driver
3 Years 6 Months- Delivered packages and goods to customers in a timely and efficient manner
- Managed inventory of merchandise in stockroom
- Oversaw invoicing processes to maintain financial accuracy and accountability
- Adhered to all traffic laws and regulations while operating company vehicles
- Ensured the safe handling and transportation of fragile or perishable items
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, including time of delivery, recipient's name, and any special instructions
- Utilized GPS navigation systems or maps to determine optimal routes for deliveries
- Logged delivery details, including time, recipient, and special instructions, to ensure efficient tracking and customer service
- Handled merchandise
Delivery Driver
3 Years 6 Months- Delivered rental equipment while ensuring high customer satisfaction.
- Managed inventory and organized merchandise for easy access
- Resolved delivery issues or discrepancies in a timely manner to ensure customer satisfaction
- Liaised with Operations manager to address and resolve customer complaints.
- Resolved delivery issues promptly to enhance customer experience.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, including time of delivery, recipient's name, and any special instructions
- Communicated customer complaints to Operations manager
- Handled merchandise
- Managed invoices
Onsite Coordinator
5 Months- Managed a team of XX coordinators, providing guidance and support to ensure successful completion of tasks
- Created project plans and timelines to track progress and ensure deadlines were met
- Managed team of XX coordinators, providing guidance and support for timely task completion
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and develop process improvement strategies
- Assisted in the recruitment process by screening resumes and conducting initial interviews with candidates
Vactor Operator
5 Years 9 Months- Ensured clean and organized work area, consistently following safety guidelines
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety guidelines at all times
- Recorded daily production output, tracking quantities produced per shift/hour for operational accuracy
Vactor Operator
5 Years 9 Months- Maintained clean, organized work area to support safety compliance
- Followed strict safety protocols in operation of high-pressure water systems to ensure safe working environment
- Recorded daily production output accurately to track performance metrics per shift
First Mate/Deckhand
3 YearsEducation
High school or equivalent
Skills
Supervising experience
Box truck
Renovation
Cleaning
Upselling
Stir-frying
Customer service
Time management
Food industry
Sanitizing surfaces
Cash register
Workplace health and safety regulatory compliance
Food allergen management
Remodeling
Computer operation
Basic math
Logistics
Kitchen ovens
Food safety
Forklift
Shuttle driving
Culinary experience (3-5 years)
Continuous improvement
Plating
Detailing
High-volume production experience
Drywall
Food garnishing
Hand hygiene
Service technician experience
Van driver
Chopping vegetables
Food expediting
Precision measurement in machining
Food handling
Handyman experience
Landscaping
Sauce making techniques
Delivery driving - Delivery driving experience (3-5 years)
Bussing
Processing cash transactions
American cuisine
Food seasoning
Sauce preparation
Operating kitchen equipment
Mechanical knowledge
Equipment repair
Kitchen management
Food preparation
Grilling
Commercial driving
Meal preparation
Fryers
Culinary experience
GPS
Inventory management
Recycling
Line cook experience
Maintaining an organized workspace
Safety standards in production
Food cleaning
Japanese cuisine
Cooking
Sanitation
HACCP
Food date marking
Temperature control
Boat handling
Food safety sanitizing procedures
Food service
Blenders
Kitchen grills
Hospitality
Kitchen experience
Clean workspace maintenance
Driving
Microsoft Word
Sales
Route driving
Measuring ingredients
Pallet jack
Food portioning
Restaurant experience
Load & unload
Guest relations
Leadership
Working with people with disabilities
Customer inquiry handling
Recipe adherence
Food service workstation cleanliness
Writing skills
Cross-contamination prevention
Shipping & receiving
Food safety management
Food mixers
FIFO
Personal protective equipment (PPE) use
Unloading
Flat-top griddles
Customer support
Warehouse management
Italian cuisine
Customer complaint resolution
Deep frying
Sanitation procedures
Management
Certification
ServSafe, Driver's License, Food Handler Certification, Class E
Personal Information
Driving License: Driver's License; Class E
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teppan Chef
Benihana
04.2024 - CurrentRead More
Server Assistant/Busser
Benihana
04.2024 - CurrentRead More
Onsite Coordinator
Armadillo relocation
11.2023 - 04.2024Read More
Delivery Driver
The Buena Vista Companies
05.2021 - 11.2024Read More
Delivery Driver
The Buena Vista Companies
05.2021 - 11.2024Read More
Vactor Operator
Brownies Septic and Plumbing Inc
03.2016 - 12.2021Read More
Vactor Operator
Brownies Septic and Plumbing Inc
03.2016 - 12.2021Read More
First Mate/Deckhand
Gold Reserve Charters
11.2012 - 11.2015Read More
Celebration High School
High school or equivalent
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