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Damian McKie

Lithonia,GA

Summary

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

Spice House
03.2024 - Current
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
  • Reduced workplace accidents through consistent adherence to safety procedures, including proper lifting techniques and usage of protective equipment during cleaning tasks.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy and professionalism, ensuring repeat business.

Lawn Care Specialist

Unique Yard Specialist
08.2020 - Current
  • Installed underground sprinkler systems to provide grass and gardens with adequate water supply.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning.
  • Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
  • Developed lasting customer relationships and grew network over time.
  • Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.
  • Designed programs for landscape maintenance, pest management, composting and other related topics.
  • Contributed to a safe work environment through adherence to established safety guidelines during lifting, cutting, and cleaning tasks.

Concrete Construction Laborer

Concrete Construction Services
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
  • Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
  • Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
  • Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
  • Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
  • Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
  • Adhered to safety and reporting procedures.
  • Engaged with customers and subcontractors and provided timelines for project completion.
  • Supported team members with heavy lifting and transportation of materials as needed.

HVAC Technician

Georgia-Carolina Heating & AC
07.2021 - 10.2022
  • Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
  • Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
  • Repaired and replaced heating and air conditioning systems for customers.
  • Traveled to job sites for both scheduled and emergency appointments.

Line Cook

Toast On Lenox
03.2021 - 08.2022
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to efficiently organize inventory.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes.
  • Developed process that reduced waste and improved supply turnover.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.

Line Cook

Brooklyn Queens Expressway
02.2019 - 02.2021
  • Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Coordinated kitchen stations with managers to cut down on customer wait times.
  • Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
  • Led shifts while preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.

Education

GED -

Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Clarkston, GA
2018

Skills

  • Landscape equipment operation
  • Decorative stone installation
  • Concrete finishing
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Fast Learner
  • Adaptable
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer Service
  • Inventory Management

Timeline

Line Cook

Spice House
03.2024 - Current

Concrete Construction Laborer

Concrete Construction Services
01.2022 - 12.2022

HVAC Technician

Georgia-Carolina Heating & AC
07.2021 - 10.2022

Line Cook

Toast On Lenox
03.2021 - 08.2022

Lawn Care Specialist

Unique Yard Specialist
08.2020 - Current

Line Cook

Brooklyn Queens Expressway
02.2019 - 02.2021

GED -

Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Damian McKie