Cornell Payton
East Saint Louis,IL
Summary
Seeking a challenging position with a stable company that will utilize my skills and experience, while allowing me to contribute directly to the continual profit and success of the organization.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL-A OTR Truck Driver
JB HUNT
11.2021 - Current
- Drive long distances to deliver goods to customers
- Record cargo deliveries
- Refuel and clean vehicle
- Report road incidents to the dispatcher
- Inspect trucks and record issues
- Report mechanical problems to maintenance personnel
- Keep activities log and log hours
Banquet Server
Renaissance Grand Hotel
11.2004 - Current
- Supervise and coordinate activities of kitchen and dining-room workers during banquets to ensure that food is served promptly
- Consulted with manager on such items as serving arrangements and additional employees and equipment needed
- Monitor food being served to ensure that it is correctly garnished and arranged on plates
Dispatcher
True Trucking Logistics
11.2022 - 05.2024
- Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of Number fleet vehicles.
- Communicated with drivers and personnel to coordinate timely delivery of goods and materials.
- Planned, organized, and managed work of subordinate staff to accomplish consistent work within organizational standards.
- Maintained updated and detailed records of calls in physical and electronic database.
- Trained new dispatchers on company protocols, contributing to a well-prepared team of professionals.
- Managed conflict resolutions with customers, drivers and other personnel to encourage professional relationships and promote respect.
CDL-A OTR Truck Driver
USA Trucking
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Drive and operate trucks
- Follow instructions: locate and read location and road maps
- Pre-inspect truck
- Pick up goods and materials, verify loads for accuracy, and deliver them as instructed
- Responsible for basic vehicle maintenance: comply with all safe work practices, policies, and processes
- Complete and verify paperwork for accuracy
- Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintain personal networks, and participating in professional organizations
Banquet Captain
Double Tree (Chesterfield)
10.2017 - 08.2020
- Supervised and mentored kitchen and serving staff.
- Oversaw timeliness and quality of food delivery at high-volume events.
- Increased repeat business by developing strong relationships with clients and consistently delivering exceptional service.
- Enhanced event ambiance with creative table settings and decor arrangements.
- Managed inventory of banquet equipment, ensuring availability and quality for events.
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes, ensuring events proceeded smoothly despite unforeseen challenges.
- Promoted team collaboration among banquet staff members through effective leadership practices that fostered a supportive work environment.
- Coordinated large-scale banquet events, ensuring seamless execution by effectively managing event staff.
Education
Southern Illinois University - undefined
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, ILCDL-A - undefined
160 Driving Academy
Belleville, ILSkills
Problem Solving
Communication
Organization
MS Office Suite
Blueprint Reading
Basic Welding
Scaffold Building
OSHA Safety Certification
Illinois Highway Construction Certification
Timeline
Dispatcher
True Trucking Logistics
11.2022 - 05.2024
CDL-A OTR Truck Driver
JB HUNT
11.2021 - Current
CDL-A OTR Truck Driver
USA Trucking
05.2021 - 11.2021
Banquet Captain
Double Tree (Chesterfield)
10.2017 - 08.2020
Banquet Server
Renaissance Grand Hotel
11.2004 - Current
Southern Illinois University - undefined
Southern Illinois University
CDL-A - undefined
160 Driving Academy