Devontae White
Dothan,AL
Summary
Dynamic Certified Trainer and Supervisor with a proven track record at Jim N Nicks Bar-B-Q, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Expert in technical training and project management, I significantly reduced waste while boosting sales through strategic upselling and precision training. Skilled in coaching, I elevated team performance through personalized instruction and effective feedback.
Energetic training and development professional versed in developing and implementing improved training programs to improve performance. Success driving participation by leveraging employee incentives, employing engaging training methods and implementing team-building activities to meet all needs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Trainer
Jim N Nicks Bar-B-Q
Dothan, AL
09.2024 - Current
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
- Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
- Coordinated recruitment and placement of training program participants.
- Introduced bar staff to precision pouring and waste reduction tactics to lower liquor costs.
- Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
- Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
Supervisor
Outdoor Party Inflatables
Newton, AL
06.2022 - 09.2024
- Tracked progress on projects and provided timely feedback to staff members.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring adequate stock levels and reducing waste.
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Enterprise State Community College
Enterprise, AL05-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Systems Technology
George C Wallace Community College
Dothan, ALSkills
- Equipment maintenance
- Project management
- Technical troubleshooting
- Data analysis
- Supply chain management
- Customer service
- Technical training
- Coaching techniques
- Personalized instruction
- Learning management systems
- Industrial technology
- Computer technology
- Assessment techniques
- Materials preparation
Affiliations
- Played college basketball for 2 years at the JUCO level. Had the great experience of being on my own and getting myself through difficult young adult years with limited resources and sharpened my workmanship.
- Big golf fan
- Love to fish and spend time with family and friends
- Bought a grill recently, so I can cook now!
Certification
- Trainor Certification
- Michelin Tech Scholar
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Trainer
Jim N Nicks Bar-B-Q
09.2024 - Current
Supervisor
Outdoor Party Inflatables
06.2022 - 09.2024
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Enterprise State Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Systems Technology
George C Wallace Community College
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