Dester Gaye
DULUTH,GA
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Creative Business Owner with exceptional background spent in Logistics industry. Proven leader with engaging demeanor and success working in most demanding environments. Talented in training and mentoring successful teams.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Truuf Food LLC
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
Chef Assistant
Lanethia's Lounge
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
- Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
- Wrapped, dated, and stored food in refrigerators under standardized temperature for future uses.
- Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients.
Chef Assistant
World Taste ATL
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
- Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
- Wrapped, dated, and stored food in refrigerators under standardized temperature for future uses.
- Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients.
Uber Driver
Self Employed
06.2015 - 02.2019
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor when picking and dropping customers off.
- Had to exhibit a high level of customer service skills. Treated customers with respect and fairness.
Delivery Driver
Northwest Express Delivery
11.2015 - 04.2016
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
Inspector For Airplane Parts
Protective Coating Inc's
06.2011 - 06.2015
- Entered condition of vehicle interior, tires, frame and mechanical components.
- Performed and documented walk-around inspections.
- Reviewed completed vehicle condition reports with inspectors.
- Verified accuracy and completeness of documentation and repairs through quality control procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kent-Meridian High School
Kent, WA06.2008
Skills
- New Business Development
- Contractor Management
- Chemical Cleaners
- Customer Service
- Professional Driver
- Chef
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Business Owner
Truuf Food LLC
03.2022 - 08.2023
Chef Assistant
Lanethia's Lounge
01.2022 - 11.2022
Chef Assistant
World Taste ATL
10.2020 - 11.2021
Delivery Driver
Northwest Express Delivery
11.2015 - 04.2016
Uber Driver
Self Employed
06.2015 - 02.2019
Inspector For Airplane Parts
Protective Coating Inc's
06.2011 - 06.2015
High School Diploma -
Kent-Meridian High School