Daniel Michael Garland
Newark,NJ
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Chef and Warehouse Associate with a proven track record at Snapchef and Flexport. Expert in menu development and inventory management, blending culinary creativity with meticulous organizational skills. Excelled in enhancing kitchen operations and optimizing warehouse efficiency, demonstrating exceptional leadership and forklift operation proficiency. Achieved significant improvements in meal preparation quality and inventory accuracy.
Well rounded very dedicated and hard working, willing to learn new skills and opportunity a very good all around candidate to most work environments
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Snapchef
Newark, New Jersey
08.2024 - Current
- Chef cook at different college locations such as Drew University ,Montclair State , Rutgers etc.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
Shift Manager
Arbys Resturant
Phillipsburg, New Jersey
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed and maintained positive working relationships with staff, customers, and vendors.
- Monitored store operations to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Oversaw the training of new employees on customer service, product knowledge, and cash handling techniques.
- Maintained inventory levels by monitoring stockroom orders and restocking shelves as needed.
- Investigated customer complaints regarding merchandise quality or availability promptly.
- Assisted in resolving escalated customer service issues in a timely manner.
- Managed night shift
- Customer service
Warehouse Associate
Flexport
Phillipsburg, New Jersey
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Picking and packing
- Forklift and cherry picking experience
- ICQA (Quality Control)
- Loading and unloading trucks using forklift
- Maintained accurate inventory records through manual and computerized systems.
- Performed cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
- Unloaded materials from trucks using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Organized warehouse space by rearranging products on shelves, racks and bins according to size, weight, type and other specifications.
- Packed goods for shipment in accordance with customer instructions.
- Labeled containers correctly for product identification purposes.
Chef
Pearly Baker's Alehouse
Easton, Pennsylvania
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Developed creative ideas for special events or promotions involving food preparation or presentation.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Prepared weekly specials
- Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
Warehouse Worker
UPS Warehouse
Easton, Pennsylvania
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintained stock levels in accordance with company policies.
- Loading and unloading trucks
- Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor.
Crew Member
Gametime Sports Bar
Bethlehem, PA
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Educated customers on menu items, product ingredients and nutritional values.
- Bar Backing
- Cook
- Food Runner
- Restocked kitchen supplies including food products and utensils.
- Cleaned restaurant area by sweeping floors, wiping tables and emptying trash receptacles.
- Greeted customers upon arrival, provided menus and answered questions regarding menu items.
Warehouse Associate
Radial Warehouse
Easton, Pennsylvania
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Picking and packing
- Receiving
- Loading and unloading
- Forklift operator
- Received and processed incoming shipments, verifying accuracy of items against purchase orders.
- Maintained accurate inventory records through manual and computerized systems.
- Performed cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
- Unloaded materials from trucks using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Organized warehouse space by rearranging products on shelves, racks and bins according to size, weight, type and other specifications.
- Labeled containers correctly for product identification purposes.
Cook
Taste Smokers
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
Team Member
MaxxFitness
Bethlehem, PA
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Provided customer service support to ensure satisfaction.
- Organized inventory shelves for easy access and maintenance of stock levels.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up displays, restocking items, and cleaning the sales floor.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout shift.
- Janitorial Duties
Warehouse Associate
DENSO Auto Parts
Blytheville, AR
07.2020 - 11.2020
- Maintained accurate inventory records through manual and computerized systems.
- Performed cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
- Unloaded materials from trucks using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Labeled containers correctly for product identification purposes.
- Picking and packing
- Loading and unloading
Crew Member
McDonald's
Blytheville, Arkansas
01.2020 - 07.2020
- Grill & Fry Cook with some front end experience at front desk and drive thru.
- Educated customers on menu items, product ingredients and nutritional values.
- Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
- Restocked kitchen supplies including food products and utensils.
- Cleaned restaurant area by sweeping floors, wiping tables and emptying trash receptacles.
- Assisted in the preparation of food items such as sandwiches, salads and pizzas.
- Followed all safety guidelines while operating equipment such as slicers, fryers and ovens.
Education
High School Diploma -
Columbia High School
Maplewood, NJ05-2013
Skills
- Signature dish creation
- Menu development
- Regulatory Compliance
- Business Management
- Kitchen operations management
- Meal Preparation
- Food and beverage pairing
- Equipment Maintenance
- Workflow Optimization
- Dish preparation
- Problem Resolution
- Multitasking
- Communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational Skills
- Research
- Supervision and leadership
- Recordkeeping
- Team Management
- Computer Skills
- Basic Math
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- General Labor
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Warehouse picking
- Stock allocation
- Product Inspection
- Forklift Operation
- Material Handling
- Palletizing
- Shipment Processing
- Inventory staging
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Order picking and processing
- Order Picking
- Shipping and receiving
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Safe driver
Timeline
Chef
Snapchef
08.2024 - Current
Shift Manager
Arbys Resturant
05.2024 - 08.2024
Warehouse Associate
Flexport
02.2024 - 07.2024
Chef
Pearly Baker's Alehouse
01.2023 - 12.2023
Warehouse Worker
UPS Warehouse
05.2022 - 12.2022
Crew Member
Gametime Sports Bar
02.2022 - 11.2022
Warehouse Associate
Radial Warehouse
05.2021 - 02.2022
Cook
Taste Smokers
01.2021 - 06.2021
Team Member
MaxxFitness
01.2021 - 04.2021
Warehouse Associate
DENSO Auto Parts
07.2020 - 11.2020
Crew Member
McDonald's
01.2020 - 07.2020
High School Diploma -
Columbia High School