Darren Groff
Pottstown,PA
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Subway Manager
SUBWAY®Restaurants
07.2023 - Current
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
HVAC Apprentice
K-wood LLC
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine the root cause of issues.
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase the life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
- Investigated major malfunctions and breakdowns of heating and air-conditioning systems and used troubleshooting to determine causes.
- Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks.
Structural Welder
Cos-win
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Kept work area clean and organized.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Maintained full set of personal tools to use on jobs.
- Clamped and tack-welded components to achieve desired configurations.
- Minimized warping using good fitting, burning, and welding techniques.
Subway Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Kept workplace clean and organized in line with restaurant policies.
- Greeted guests, promoted specials, and took orders.
- Prepared and presented food in compliance with health and safety guidelines.
- Prepared and served hot and cold sandwiches based on customer preferences.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Metal Fabrication And Welding Technology
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
Lancaster, PA05.2025
High School Diploma -
Pottstown Senior High School
Pottstown, PA06.2022
Skills
- Workforce Management
- Performance Management
- Policy Implementation
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Quality Assurance
- Customer Service
Accomplishments
10-Hour Osha General Industry
Hobbies
I've been playing hockey since I was 6 years old. The sport has taught me discipline and how to get back up on my feet and try harder after a defeat.
Certification
Hiten Patel (215) 375-2226
Al Baumeister (610) 529-2841
Charlie Patel (646) 704-9973
Additional Information
Currently a competitor in Project-MFG National Welding League.
Timeline
Subway Manager
SUBWAY®Restaurants
07.2023 - Current
HVAC Apprentice
K-wood LLC
04.2022 - 07.2023
Structural Welder
Cos-win
03.2021 - 02.2022
Subway Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
02.2020 - 02.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Metal Fabrication And Welding Technology
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
High School Diploma -
Pottstown Senior High School