Dwan Kirksey III
Columbus
Summary
Proven assembly line worker and skilled cook, I excel in fast-paced environments, evident from my tenure at Smith Medical. My expertise in product assembly and exceptional team collaboration have significantly enhanced productivity and efficiency. Demonstrating critical thinking and a keen eye for detail, I consistently meet production quotas and contribute to a positive workplace atmosphere.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Assembly Line Worker
Smith Medical
- Met daily production quotas by working effectively within a fast-paced assembly line environment.
- Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and ensure seamless workflow on the assembly line.
- Stocked and replenished parts used on assembly line to maintain consistent supply and inventory.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere, fostering strong relationships with colleagues while maintaining professionalism and focus on tasks at hand.
Sales Associate
Family Dollar
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Promoted product visibility through strategic shelf organization.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
- Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within the retail industry.
- Increased customer loyalty with personalized shopping experiences and attentive service.
Cook
Popeyes
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
Sales Associate
Dollar General Market
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
Cook
Raising Cane's Restaurants
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Cook
Wendys
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Mentored junior cooks in refining culinary skills through hands-on guidance.
- Collaborated with management team to develop new menu items.
- Developed system for inventory management, reducing waste and cutting costs.
- Optimized use of kitchen equipment to speed up cooking times without compromising food quality.
Cook
Waffle House
10.2020 - 11.2020
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Cook
McDonald's
04.2020 - 05.2020
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Cook
Arby's
04.2018 - 09.2018
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
Education
N/A - N/A
Grove City High School
Grove City, OHSkills
- Product assembly
- Assembly and production
- Hand and power tools
- Production lines
- Repetitive work
- Hand-eye coordination
- Product inspection
- Finishing work
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and responsible
- Work area cleaning
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Team communication and collaboration
- Relationship building
Timeline
Sales Associate
Family Dollar
03.2024 - 08.2024
Cook
Popeyes
06.2023 - 11.2023
Sales Associate
Dollar General Market
01.2023 - 02.2023
Cook
Raising Cane's Restaurants
09.2022 - 12.2022
Cook
Wendys
10.2021 - 01.2022
Cook
Waffle House
10.2020 - 11.2020
Cook
McDonald's
04.2020 - 05.2020
Cook
Arby's
04.2018 - 09.2018
Assembly Line Worker
Smith Medical
N/A - N/A
Grove City High School
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