David Messenger
Freedom,PA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Versatile Chef with vast experience preparing dishes to impress diners. Trains and develops chefs to company standards. Anticipates ingredient needs and arranges re-stock to facilitate productive kitchen flow and uphold business standards. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Sous Chef & Kitchen Utility
Big Bend Resort and Adventures
Terlingua, TX
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Ordered food supplies, maintained inventory, and managed budgeting of resources.
- Supervised the preparation of meals to ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portion size.
- Trained new employees in food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Implemented strategies to reduce waste and improve efficiency in the kitchen operations.
- Resolved conflicts between kitchen staff members and provided guidance as needed.
- Developed creative dishes that showcased seasonal ingredients while adhering to company standards.
- Oversaw the daily cleaning of all cooking surfaces, utensils, and equipment according to health codes.
- Assisted Executive Chef in creating new recipes while maintaining traditional favorites.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring deadlines were met in a timely manner.
Bartender/Server
Lake Powell Resort and Marinas
Page, AZ
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
Bus Driver
Krapf School Bus
Kintnersville, PA
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Performed pre-trip inspection and mechanical checks before scheduled run.
- Assisted elderly or disabled individuals by helping on and off bus, seating properly and carrying baggage.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
- Cleaned and sanitized bus interiors to lessen germ spread.
- Adhered to strict time requirements for bus route scheduling and reported delays to dispatch.
Camp Leader (Leadership Team)
Haycock Camping Ministries
Kintnersville, PA
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Established collaborative relationships with parents and guardians in order to provide effective care for their children.
- Researched best practices in the field of counseling in order to stay current on evidence based treatments.
- Ensured the safety of campers at all times through active supervision.
- Provided guidance and support to campers during activities.
- Monitored supplies and equipment used during camp activities.
- Instructed groups on proper use of materials while participating in activities.
- Facilitated team building exercises to promote cooperation among campers.
- Performed administrative tasks such as attendance taking, paperwork filing.
- Encouraged participation from all campers regardless of skill level.
- Implemented behavior management strategies when needed to maintain order.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and other staff members.
Head Cook
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Cranberry, PA
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Sanitized counters and utensils used for preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Served as lead cook, guiding and assisting training of less experienced cooks.
Warehouse Worker
System One
Freedom, PA
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Checked cargo before transportation and determined if items adhered to proper regulation standards.
- Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
- Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Examined packages and goods for damage and notified vendors of replacement needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Freedom Area Senior High School
Freedom, PA06.2019
Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Beaver County Career And Technology Center
Monaca, PA06.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Biblical Studies
Anchor Christian University
Boca Raton, FLSkills
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- OSHA certified
- ServSafe (food handling and Managerial) certification
- skilled in Food Preparation
- skilled in Safe food Handling
- Culinary Art
- Food Stock and Supply Management
- Group Activity Implementation
- Staff Management
- Problem-Solving
- Relationship Building
- Group Leadership
Timeline
Executive Sous Chef & Kitchen Utility
Big Bend Resort and Adventures
10.2023 - 11.2023
Bartender/Server
Lake Powell Resort and Marinas
04.2023 - 10.2023
Camp Leader (Leadership Team)
Haycock Camping Ministries
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bus Driver
Krapf School Bus
09.2021 - 12.2022
Head Cook
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
10.2020 - 05.2021
Warehouse Worker
System One
06.2019 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Freedom Area Senior High School
Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Beaver County Career And Technology Center
Some College (No Degree) - Biblical Studies
Anchor Christian University
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