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Dennis Briggs

Dennis Briggs

Equal Opportunity Manager/Culinary Specialist Manager
St. Marys,GA

Summary

Self-starting Culinary Manager with [Number] years of experience. Trained in leadership and sustainability practices with to motivate a kitchen staff while taking on multiple tasks. Adept at menu preparation and cost-effective management. Experienced human resources professional bringing more than [Number] years of experience writing, sharing and enforcing equal opportunity policies. Successful at delivering presentations and training, preparing materials and strategizing improvements to optimize requirements. Highly knowledgeable about [Type] industry-specific practices. Spearheaded dramatic improvements to [Type] operations for better employee morale and lower employer liability.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Culinary Manager

United States Naval Service
Kingsland, GA
09.2005 - Current
  • Maintained kitchen hardware and repaired tools or ordered equipment.
  • Motivated team of [Number] employees to maintain high standards of food preparation and efficiency for [Number] hours per shift.
  • Hired [Number] team members to work on high-demand team of professionals.
  • Lowered restaurant costs by [Number]% through creative ingredient sourcing and food waste efficiency.
  • Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
  • Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.

Equal Opportunity Leader

United States Naval Service
Kingsland, GA
09.2005 - Current
  • Completed thorough research and investigations into issues related to equal opportunity policies.
  • Wrote and disseminated materials outlining EO policies and procedures.
  • Planned and led more than [Number] cultural events.
  • Audited incoming and outgoing employees and processed related paperwork.
  • Trained more than [Number] personnel in human resources policies and procedures related to equal workplace opportunities.
  • Prepared and delivered presentations on equal opportunity standards.
  • Planned workshops to help workplaces remain complaint free and support diverse employees.
  • Interviewed persons involved in equal opportunity complaints to verify case information.
  • Took notes on interviews and other workplace investigations, compiled records and organized documentation for cases.
  • Monitored employees for compliance with equal opportunity laws, identified violations and implemented corrective action.
  • Investigated employment practices or alleged violations of laws to document and correct discriminatory factors.
  • Reviewed complaints and claims from workplaces about civil rights, determined validity and helped build satisfactory resolutions.
  • Performed audits and deep document reviews to verify compliance with applicable laws.
  • Collaborated with various agencies and workplaces to extend workplace understanding and enhance compliance.
  • Monitored implementation and impact of guidelines for nondiscriminatory employment practices.

Customs Inspector

United States Naval Service
Kingsland, GA
09.2005 - Current
  • Used randomized approach to inspect at least [Number]% of containers.
  • Worked simple measuring instruments like calipers, micrometers, dial indicator and other measuring device or gauges.
  • Performed incoming inspection on raw materials and finished goods.
  • Maintained liaison for farmers to make direct purchases.
  • Compiled and submitted data and reporting to higher authorities to promote accuracy and authenticity.
  • Prevented illegal trafficking of people and narcotics.
  • Identified contraband items and seized according to customs laws.

Education

Associate of Applied Business - Associate of Business

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
02.2022 - Current

Skills

Chef training knowledge

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Certification

Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]

Timeline

Associate of Applied Business - Associate of Business

Purdue University
02.2022 - Current

Culinary Manager

United States Naval Service
09.2005 - Current

Equal Opportunity Leader

United States Naval Service
09.2005 - Current

Customs Inspector

United States Naval Service
09.2005 - Current
Dennis BriggsEqual Opportunity Manager/Culinary Specialist Manager