Davin Gray
Houston,TX
Summary
Forward-thinking professional offering more than 5 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven culinary skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Chef
LA LUCHA
01.2024 - Current
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Warehouse Associate
Daikin Comfort
01.2023 - 03.2024
- On a daily basis, I am to provide customer service and maintain a clean and safe workplace
- I work in a small team of 4
- I provide customers with top service and help load their vehicles/trucks carefully and correctly
- I also help with transfers and get products ready and loaded to be shipped out
- I help receive products as well and place them in proper location in warehouse
- Once a month, I will also check inventory and count product
- If there was any shortage/overage, I would report to my supervisor
- I practice safety all times within myself and team.
Kitchen Manager
Pluckers Wing Bar
09.2021 - 01.2024
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, addressing any skill gaps or growth opportunities through ongoing training initiatives.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- I started out as a cook and worked my way up into management by learning all stations and recipes.
Manager
Hooters of America
07.2019 - 09.2021
- I was promoted to Trainer within 3 months and following after that a manager a couple of month later.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Monitored and reported trainee progress, introducing new learning tools to address individual needs.
- Analyzed team performance and identified opportunities for additional training.
Freight Assoc
The Home Depot
05.2020 - 10.2020
- Unload truck and stock merchandise
- Work as a team to complete truck in a timely manner
- Use an electric ladder for overstock items
- Clean area before end of shift.
Pricing Associate
Goodwill Industries International
07.2019 - 05.2020
- I started off with the company as a donation attendant and was promoted to cashier and then pricing associate.
- Designed training materials for new hires, effectively sharing knowledge about best practices in pricing analysis techniques.
- Sorted and performed quality control measures of donated items.
- Coordinated with transportation teams for timely pick-up of large-scale donations from homes or businesses.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Developed innovative pricing approaches to drive revenue growth and meet business objectives.
Machine Operator
Tower International
03.2016 - 06.2019
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
Kill Floor J.H.
Routh Packing Company
03.2017 - 07.2018
- In my last position, I routinely used warehouse equipment and handled heavy equipment
- I also participated in meat preparation for marketing that included: slaughtering tasks, making sausage, and wrapping meats.
Restuarant Manager
Denny's
09.2012 - 03.2016
- I started off as a dishwasher and worked my way up to management.
- Managed and motivated about 20+ employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
Paint Mixer
INOAC Exterior Systems Inc
01.2010 - 09.2012
- Provided thorough training to new employees on proper paint mixing techniques, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized workspace, promoting efficiency and safety.
- Reduced waste by carefully tracking inventory levels and disposing of expired materials in a responsible manner.
Education
GED -
EHOVE Career Center
Milan, OH 01.2018 - 05.2018
Skills
Meal Preparation
Kitchen Management
Food quality
Food Safety
Food Preparation
Customer Service
Team Leadership
Strong Communication Skills
Staff Management
Customer Engagement
Certification
TWIC Card, 2020, 2025
Willingtorelocate
- Houston, TX
- Pearland, TX
- Deer Park, TX
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Chef
LA LUCHA
01.2024 - Current
Warehouse Associate
Daikin Comfort
01.2023 - 03.2024
Kitchen Manager
Pluckers Wing Bar
09.2021 - 01.2024
Freight Assoc
The Home Depot
05.2020 - 10.2020
Manager
Hooters of America
07.2019 - 09.2021
Pricing Associate
Goodwill Industries International
07.2019 - 05.2020
GED -
EHOVE Career Center
01.2018 - 05.2018
Kill Floor J.H.
Routh Packing Company
03.2017 - 07.2018
Machine Operator
Tower International
03.2016 - 06.2019
Restuarant Manager
Denny's
09.2012 - 03.2016
Paint Mixer
INOAC Exterior Systems Inc
01.2010 - 09.2012