Daniel Martin
Chandler,AZ
Summary
Seasoned Truck Driver and Executive Chef with a proven track record at Hogan Transport and Indianapolis Motor Speedway LLC. Expert in transportation safety and leading teams to deliver high-quality results. Skilled in commercial driving and verbal communication, consistently ensuring load security and excellence in culinary operations. Achieved significant improvements in efficiency and team performance through effective leadership and skill development.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver
Southeast Pet incorporated
Lakeland, FL
04.2017 - 11.2024
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
Truck Driver
Hogan Transport
St Louis, MO
08.2013 - 04.2017
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Fulfilled back haul orders and spotted trailers in loading yard.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
Executive Chef
Indianapolis Motor Speedway LLC
Indianapolis, IN
03.2009 - 04.2013
- Monitored inventory levels of all food items to ensure adequate supplies are available at all times.
- Managed ordering, inventory levels, receiving, invoice settling, and equipment maintenance.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
- Created new menu items, managed food expenses and supervised quality to ensure adherence to standards.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Determined schedules and staff requirements necessary to prepare and plate food.
- Developed and implemented menus for multiple restaurants, catering events, and private parties.
- Collaborated with suppliers to source high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
Education
CDL Truck Driving
Sage CDL-A
Indianapolis, IN08-2013
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu
Scottsdale, AZ07-2006
Skills
- Commercial driving
- Transportation safety
- Load security
- Loading and unloading
- Defensive driving techniques
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- Class A CDL
Timeline
Truck Driver
Southeast Pet incorporated
04.2017 - 11.2024
Truck Driver
Hogan Transport
08.2013 - 04.2017
Executive Chef
Indianapolis Motor Speedway LLC
03.2009 - 04.2013
CDL Truck Driving
Sage CDL-A
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu
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