David Kelly
Bartender
Ocala,FL
Summary
Driven fast food Prep Cook with wide and diverse skill set. Offering 2 years of quality performance in food service roles. Known for reliability, efficiency and best-in-class service.
Hardworking and enthusiastic Cook trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.
Experienced with food preparation, knife handling, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Utilizes efficient organizational skills to streamline kitchen processes and support chefs. Knowledge of food safety protocols and effective teamwork.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nuclear Electronics Technician
US Navy
Yokosuka, Japan
01.2019 - 01.2025
- Contributed to a positive safety culture by consistently adhering to industry best practices and company policies during all work-related activities.
- Enhanced communication between departments by implementing clear procedures during system outages or emergencies.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, limiting electrical risk and equipment downtime.
- Performed over 200 maintenance items
- Spent over 4 years exploring various different eastern cultures
Prep Cook
Chilli's Grill & Bar
Yulee, FL
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Collaborated with kitchen team, effectively communicating to streamline processes and optimize workflow.
- Managed approximately 20 different food items needing to be prepared
Dishwasher
David's Seafood and Steak Resturant
Fernandina Beach, Florida
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Completed additional cleaning tasks within the kitchen area, contributing to an overall sanitary work environment.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Ensured consistent cleanliness by adhering to strict sanitation procedures for all dishes, utensils, and equipment.
- Minimized cross-contamination risks by following proper procedures for washing cutting boards, knives, and other essential tools.
- Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
- Managed to polish glassware to professional standards, along with managing over 5 different kinds of glassware and plates in a expeditious manner
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electronic Engineering
Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJ 05.2001 -
No Degree - Bartending
Local Bartending School
Ocala, FL 05.2001 -
Skills
Quick-learning
Cleaning and organization
Ingredient preparation
Food preparation
Safe food handling
Teamwork and collaboration
Menu memorization
Equipment sanitation
Customer service
Certification
Certified Responsible Serving of Alcohol, ServSafe - 2025 Oct-2028 Oct
Timeline
Nuclear Electronics Technician
US Navy
01.2019 - 01.2025
Prep Cook
Chilli's Grill & Bar
01.2018 - 01.2019
Dishwasher
David's Seafood and Steak Resturant
01.2014 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Electronic Engineering
Thomas Edison State University
05.2001 -
No Degree - Bartending
Local Bartending School
05.2001 -