Dennis Mathews
centralia,WA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Manual Relief
Cascade Hardwood LLC
Chehalis, WA
10.2018 - 06.2025
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Monitored production line for any defects or malfunctions, and reported to supervisor when necessary.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to all safety regulations and policies.
- Assisted in the assembly of products on the production line.
- Identified defective products, removed them from the production line, and documented details of defect.
- Organized work area at end of shift ensuring all tools are returned to their rightful place.
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed when operating machinery or handling hazardous materials.
- Received instruction from supervisors regarding production schedules and daily goals.
- Adjusted machine settings to complete tasks according to specifications.
- Reported any issues or concerns with equipment or processes to supervisor immediately.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment by adhering to OSHA standards.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, hammers, saws, drills when necessary.
- Verified accuracy of cut parts against provided blueprints or drawings.
Closing Cook
Taco Bell
Chehalis, WA
06.2017 - 10.2018
- Monitored all cooked products to ensure proper presentation and temperature control.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and food preparation areas to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Cleaned up work stations at the end of each shift in order to maintain a safe, organized, and sanitary environment.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while working around hot surfaces, sharp knives, and other kitchen equipment.
- Tracked food waste levels in order to minimize costs associated with spoilage or expired product.
- Performed basic maintenance duties such as cleaning ovens, grills, stoves, fryers.
- Rotated stock regularly to avoid spoilage of ingredients used in daily meals.
- Followed sanitation guidelines set by the restaurant's health department regulations.
- Worked closely with wait staff during peak hours to ensure timely delivery of orders.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
Closer
Burgerville
Centralia, WA
03.2015 - 05.2017
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production sheets including waste logs.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment ensuring proper functioning order.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
Lifeguard
Great Wolf Resorts
Rochester, WA
06.2013 - 01.2015
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies in the pool area.
- Provided first aid care to injured patrons before paramedics arrived on scene.
- Performed emergency rescues when necessary.
- Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
- Reported any unsafe conditions or suspicious activity to management immediately.
- Assisted with orientation sessions for new lifeguards in training.
- Maintained constant surveillance of patrons in the swimming area at all times.
Education
GED -
Centralia College
Centralia, WA04-2015
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Production monitoring
- Safety protocol adherence
- Quality assurance
- Assembly assistance
- Inventory management
- Waste reduction
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Verbal communication
- PPE use
- Problem-solving
- Maintenance & repair
- Team collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Good Telephone Etiquette
Timeline
Manual Relief
Cascade Hardwood LLC
10.2018 - 06.2025
Closing Cook
Taco Bell
06.2017 - 10.2018
Closer
Burgerville
03.2015 - 05.2017
Lifeguard
Great Wolf Resorts
06.2013 - 01.2015
GED -
Centralia College
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