Donald Charlesworth
Haverhill,NH
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level driver position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Borelli's Italian Deli
10.2018 - Current
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Line Cook
The Deck
04.2015 - 09.2020
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Sous
Stripper's Grill
05.2008 - 12.2013
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Implemented successful cross-marketing strategies such as food and wine pairings.
- Supervised kitchen staff both in restaurant and for catering work.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
We Fix It Home
Self Employed Web Building Supervisor
03.2001 - 08.2008
- Completed remodeling of residential bathrooms, kitchens and basements.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on materials, using rulers, pencils, chalk and marking gauge.
- Demolished and dismantled [Type] structures to prepare for remodel.
- Performed cabinet installation, door hanging and room framing.
- Operated [Type] and [Type] tools to install structures and fixtures such as windows, frames, floorings and trim.
- Handled prep work for remodeling projects by plastering, sanding and finishing.
- Interviewed clients to determine remodeling needs, budget and financing needs.
- Assembled and fastened materials to make framework or props, using glue, dowel pins and [Type] and [Type] hand tools.
- Collaborated with teams to prepare building sites and support needs of project managers, supervisors, carpenters and framers.
- Backfilled holes, dug trenches and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
- Developed and implemented construction plans according to client specifications and expectations.
Education
No Degree - Biology Premed
Worcester State University
Worcester, MAHigh School Diploma -
Haverhill High School
Haverhill, MA05.1974
Skills
- Resource Management
- Cost Control
- Business Management
- Purchasing
- Signature Dish Creation
- Staff Coordination
Timeline
Chef
Borelli's Italian Deli
10.2018 - Current
Line Cook
The Deck
04.2015 - 09.2020
Sous
Stripper's Grill
05.2008 - 12.2013
We Fix It Home
Self Employed Web Building Supervisor
03.2001 - 08.2008
No Degree - Biology Premed
Worcester State University
High School Diploma -
Haverhill High School