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Edward Andrew Kobylarz

Dearborn Heights,MI

Summary

Skilled Training Specialist highly effective at conducting personal and group training sessions focused on topics such as restaurant best practices, leadership skills and critical food safety standards. Enthusiastic personality with a hands-on, creative style. Ready to apply ten years' experience to a challenging long-term position.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Talent Staff 2 (formerly Grand Opening Trainer)

Chick-fil-A, Inc.
04.2022 - Current
  • Coached and developed new restaurant leadership in both FOH and BOH best practices to lead shifts with success.
  • Coached and developed new and existing FTS 1 staff when appropriate to add to their personal and professional development and ensure quality training during NRO and COR assignments
  • Developed processes, training resources, and guides used in NRO and COR restaurants to enhance the training experience of new and existing team members.
  • Coached and developed new and existing FTS 1 staff to ensure quality training during NRO and COR assignments.
  • Created and executed time management schedules for FTS 1 staff to optimize training efficiency.
  • Developed training resources and guides for NRO and COR restaurants to improve onboarding and training experience for new and existing team members.
  • Performed additional duties including telecommunications, onboarding, and training of new team members.
  • Worked 40 to 80 hours weekly to support operational needs.

Training Coordinator

Chick-fil-A, Woodhaven FSU
Woodhaven, MI
05.2026 - Current
  • Led training and development initiatives for Chick-fil-A Woodhaven location, enhancing team capabilities.
  • Selected and developed new team members as trainers at Chick-fil-A Woodhaven to oversee the development and training of all new hires.
  • Facilitated communication, training, and development of team members and leaders in day-to-day duties.
  • Facilitated communication and training for team members and leaders to ensure effective day-to-day operations.
  • Maintained a consistent work schedule of 30 to 40 hours per week at Chick-fil-A Woodhaven.

Zone Leader

Chick-fil-A, Woodhaven FSU
Woodhaven, MI
05.2022 - 05.2026
  • Executed front and back of house duties to ensure smooth restaurant operations.
  • Facilitated day-to-day operations in the restaurant in every position.
  • Helped facilitate day-to-day operations in the restaurant in every position when needed.
  • Provided training and coaching on restaurant procedures to enhance team adherence.
  • Worked 30 to 40 hours weekly in various roles

Training Coach

Chick-fil-A Woodhaven
Woodhaven, MI
10.2021 - 05.2022

· Led training and development initiatives for Chick-fil-A Woodhaven location.

· Selected and developed trainers to oversee onboarding and training of new hires at Chick-fil-A Woodhaven.

· Trained team on policies and procedures, establishing standards and practices for restaurant operations.

· Executed various tasks in restaurant operations in the restaurant in both the front and back of house

· Performed all duties in the restaurant in both the front and back of house

Field Talent Staff 1 (formerly Grand Opening Trainer)

Chick-fil-A, Inc.
09.2018 - 04.2022
  • Traveled to new Chick-fil-A locations opened across the United States to train new staff according to company standards.
  • Supported all restaurant functions from taking orders to food preparation, training new team members on executing daily operations effectively.
  • Developed team members' communication skills through targeted training for new leadership.
  • Traveled to existing restaurants to assist with leadership and ownership transitions. Cleaned and maintained equipment and facilities to meet company standards.
  • Worked 40 to 80 hours per week to support restaurant operations.

Trainer

Chick-fil-A, Bangor FSU
Bangor, ME
10.2016 - 09.2021
  • Trained new hires in various positions, ensured current hires followed proper procedures and protocols in day-to-day activities, and performed routine maintenance on all equipment and areas within the restaurants.
  • Became a Trainer in September 2017. Trained new hires in company work processes including taking orders in drive thru, using the POS system, and communicating effectively with customers.
  • Trained as warranty contact specialist starting October 2017, emphasizing equipment replacement and tech support.

Education

Master of Arts - History with a concentration in American History

UNIVERSITY OF MAINE
Orono, ME
05-2016

Bachelor of Arts - History with concentration in American History Minors in Classical Studies and English Literature

COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY
Grand Junction, CO
05-2014

Skills

  • Training Management Software
  • Training development
  • Team Leadership Development
  • MS Excel
  • MS Powerpoint
  • MS Word
  • MS Outlook
  • MS Access
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Office equipment operation
  • Conflict Resolution Techniques
  • Archival methods training

Affiliations

Member of Phi Alpha Theta, Alpha Gamma Epsilon Chapter (May 2012 – Present)

Awards/Honors

The Wayne N. Aspinall Award (2013), Dean's List (Fall/Spring 2010-11, Fall/Spring 2011-12, Fall/Spring 2012-13, Fall 2013), President's List (Spring 2014), Academic Honors (2014)

Timeline

Training Coordinator

Chick-fil-A, Woodhaven FSU
05.2026 - Current

Zone Leader

Chick-fil-A, Woodhaven FSU
05.2022 - 05.2026

Field Talent Staff 2 (formerly Grand Opening Trainer)

Chick-fil-A, Inc.
04.2022 - Current

Training Coach

Chick-fil-A Woodhaven
10.2021 - 05.2022

Field Talent Staff 1 (formerly Grand Opening Trainer)

Chick-fil-A, Inc.
09.2018 - 04.2022

Trainer

Chick-fil-A, Bangor FSU
10.2016 - 09.2021

Bachelor of Arts - History with concentration in American History Minors in Classical Studies and English Literature

COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY

Master of Arts - History with a concentration in American History

UNIVERSITY OF MAINE
Edward Andrew Kobylarz