Danny Fawns
Williamsville,IL
Summary
Committed professional with dedication to hard work and team player attitude. Offers strong inventory management and product packaging abilities. Punctual and focused with physical strength to accommodate lifts up to 100 pounds. Energetic individual equipped to work hard in fast-paced, constantly changing environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Picking Packer
Design Ideas
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes, and prepared shipments.
- Checked packing slips and other documentation to appropriately box items requested by clientele.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors, and staging areas.
- Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
- Worked fast to meet assigned daily picking quotas.
- Followed safety protocols and procedures to minimize workplace accidents.
- Replenished items taken from shelves, safely using equipment to lift and organize products.
Kitchen Manager
Coz's Pizza And Pub
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean equipment and machinery.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Scheduled and received food deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Lead Kitchen Supervisor
Coz's Pizza And Pub
02.2018 - 09.2022
- Coordinated kitchen activities with front-of-house staff for seamless and service.
- Controlled expenses and boosted profitability by managing food and labor costs.
- Trained new hires in food handling and safety .Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Supervised food presentation and plating to enhance visual appeal.
- Planned routine upkeep of kitchen equipment and facilities for safe and efficient operations.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment..
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
- Addressed customer complaints with professional demeanor and used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve issues.
Kitchen Prep Cook
Coz's Pizza And Pub
02.2012 - 02.2018
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Controlled food cost and waste by selecting and using correct ingredients and amounts.
- Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
- Addressed and resolved customer complaints to increase trust and satisfaction.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
Picker & Packer
Design Ideas
02.2000 - 01.2004
- Followed safety protocols and procedures to minimize workplace accidents.
- Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes, and prepared shipments.
- Sorted and organized items in designated areas for easy access.
- Operated manual and electric pallet jacks to move merchandise.
- Replenished items taken from shelves, safely using equipment to lift and organize products.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Labeled boxes, crates and containers with accurate order information, destinations and codes to minimize shipping errors.
- Stocked shelves, racks and cases with new or transferred merchandise.
- Moved cardboard, plastic ties and other debris from unboxing to trash.
Education
High School Diploma -
Williamsville High School
Williamsville, IL05.1992
Skills
- Picking and Packing
- Pallet Jacks
- Data Accuracy
- Safety Protocols
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Material Loading and Unloading
- Motivated Team Player
- Product Packaging
- Restock Shelves
- Loading and Unloading
- Hand Truck Operation
- Basic Repairs
- Exceptional Time Management Skills
- Multitasking and Organization
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- Food Manager Certification
- Food Handler Certification
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Coz's Pizza And Pub
09.2022 - 08.2023
Lead Kitchen Supervisor
Coz's Pizza And Pub
02.2018 - 09.2022
Kitchen Prep Cook
Coz's Pizza And Pub
02.2012 - 02.2018
Picker & Packer
Design Ideas
02.2000 - 01.2004
Picking Packer
Design Ideas
High School Diploma -
Williamsville High School
- Food Manager Certification
- Food Handler Certification
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