Dakota Woodard
Hallettsville
Summary
Meat processing and fast food are not sustaining income for a family. I and my significant other, whom I am engaged to, recently had our first son. Looking for a future career that will support my family. After considerable prayer and consideration, I chose truck driving.
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience at Janak's Country Market, excelling in meat fabrication and quality control. Recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through meticulous packaging and labeling. Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to teamwork ensure efficient operations in fast-paced environments. Adaptable and dependable, with a focus on delivering high-quality results.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Pursuing full-time employment for future career that will support my family and has benefits.
Graduation first in class for CDL Class A Truck Driving
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Meat Fabrication & Cutting
Janak's Country Market
Hallettsville, TX
02.2023 - Current
- Cutting & trimming meat into standard cuts using knives and power equipment
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Processing & Preparation
Janak's Country Market
Hallettsville, TX
02.2023 - Current
- Grinding meat for burgers and sausage
- Inspecting, curing, and smoking meats
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
Packaging & Labeling
Janak's Country Market
Hallettsville, TX
02.2023 - Current
- Wrapping, weighing, and labeling finished products for bot retail and wholesale
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through timely shipment of orders, ensuring proper packaging and labeling.
- Checked accuracy of product packaging and labeling, rectifying any issues.
- Improved order accuracy with meticulous attention to detail in packaging and labeling.
Quality Control
Janak's Country Market
Hallettsville, TX
02.2023 - Current
- Inspect meat for defects, ensuring product consistence, and following specifications
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce defects and improve customer satisfaction.
- Ensured quality control by performing regular equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
Equipment Operator
Janak's Country Market
Hallettsville, TX
02.2023 - Current
- Operating, cleaning, and sanitizing equipment
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to uphold safety standards.
- Trained new operators on equipment handling and safety protocols effectively.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
Cooking & Prep
Chick-fil-A
Kingwood, TX
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Food preparation to exact specifications
- Strict adherence to health codes
- Clear communications, teamwork, dependability, customer first attitude
Grill Operations and Cooking
Whataburger
Schulenburg, TX
07.2020 - 09.2021
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Prepping Whataburger recipes in accordance to customer order
- Ability to work quickly under sometime extreme pressure without sacrificing quality.
Sales Associate and Food Prreparation
Dairy Queen
Hallettsville, TX
04.2019 - 06.2020
- Provided exceptional customer service, enhancing guest satisfaction and loyalty.
- Operated food preparation equipment, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation standards.
- Assisted in training new employees on operational procedures and customer engagement techniques.
- Managed cash register operations, accurately handling transactions and balancing cash drawers.
Education
CDL Class A Trucking Certification - CDL Class A Trucking Course
Victoria College
Victoria, TX01-2026
High School Diploma -
Hallettsville High School
Hallettsville, TX05-2019
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- CDL Class A Certificate
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Excellent communication
- Calm under pressure
- Verbal communication
Certification
CDL Class A Trucking Course - November 2025 thru January 2026
Timeline
Meat Fabrication & Cutting
Janak's Country Market
02.2023 - Current
Processing & Preparation
Janak's Country Market
02.2023 - Current
Packaging & Labeling
Janak's Country Market
02.2023 - Current
Quality Control
Janak's Country Market
02.2023 - Current
Equipment Operator
Janak's Country Market
02.2023 - Current
Cooking & Prep
Chick-fil-A
09.2021 - 01.2023
Grill Operations and Cooking
Whataburger
07.2020 - 09.2021
Sales Associate and Food Prreparation
Dairy Queen
04.2019 - 06.2020
CDL Class A Trucking Certification - CDL Class A Trucking Course
Victoria College
High School Diploma -
Hallettsville High School