Early Smith
Kalamazoo,MI
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.
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Lee's Famous Recipes
Kalamazoo, Michigan
05.2020 - Current
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
Industrial Meat Cutter
JBS Beef Plant
Kalamazoo, Michigan
10.2022 - 12.2024
- Inspected and stored meat upon delivery by verifying compliance with company quality standards.
- Precision Cutting: Expertly cut beef brisket and bones using industrial bandsaws, and PPE usage, to prevent workplace injuries.
- Speed & Efficiency: Maintain high productivity while meeting quality standards in a fast-paced meat processing environment.
- Sanitation & Hygiene: Clean workstations, tools, and surrounding areas to meet strict food safety regulations.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with coworkers, supervisors, and quality control teams to maintain workflow and product standards.
Head Dishwasher
The park club
Kalamazoo, Michigan
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Managed dish area organization and cleanliness.
- Restocked main kitchen areas with items from shelves, coolers, and freezers.
- Replaced clean utensils in storage bins for easy access.
- Disposed of broken or damaged dishes according to established protocols.
- Reported any safety issues or concerns to management immediately upon discovery.
- Re-stocked clean washcloths, paper towels, sponges and other cleaning supplies.
- Assisted chef with food measurements, preparation and storage when necessary.
Education
Welding
Michigan Training Unit
Ionia, MI03-1994
High School Diploma -
Kalamazoo Central High School
Kalamazoo, MI06-1989
Timeline
Industrial Meat Cutter
JBS Beef Plant
10.2022 - 12.2024
Head Dishwasher
The park club
03.2022 - 05.2024
Cook
Lee's Famous Recipes
05.2020 - Current
Welding
Michigan Training Unit
High School Diploma -
Kalamazoo Central High School