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Edward J. Benjamin Jr.

Galveston,TX

Summary

With a proven track record at Edison Chouest Offshore, I excel in performance monitoring and team leadership, significantly enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in food safety and adept at fostering client satisfaction, my expertise drives success in dynamic environments.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Self Employed

Ophelia's Restaurant
Galveston, Texas
03.2023 - Current
  • Created aesthetically pleasing food arrangements for special orders and party trays.
  • Checked signage and pricing to verify accurate displays on counters and in cases.
  • Served food and beverages at take-out counters to provide fast service to waiting guests.
  • Adhered to all safety regulations while working in the kitchen.
  • Checked and recorded refrigerator and freezer temperatures to maintain food quality and freshness.
  • Sanitized and kept work areas tidy by cleaning surfaces, equipment, and floors, removing trash and maintaining machinery.
  • Processed cash and credit card payments, promptly returning receipts, coin, bills and payment cards to customers.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure customer satisfaction.

Able Bodied Seaman

Edison Chouest Offshore
Galliano, LA
01.2009 - 01.2023
  • Steer vessels, using navigational devices, such as compasses or sextants, or navigational aids,
    such as lighthouses or buoys.
  • Stand watches on vessels during specified periods while vessels are under way.
  • Inspect equipment, such as cargo-handling gear, lifesaving equipment, visual-signaling
    equipment, or fishing, towing, or dredging gear, to detect problems.
  • Participate in activities related to maintenance of vessel security.
  • Observe loading or unloading of cargo or equipment to ensure that handling and storage are
    performed according to specifications.
  • Wiper,SD (DHAKA)
  • Ensured vessel is properly moored
  • Survival Craft Training
  • Vessel maintenance which included sanitation and painting
  • Performed deck related maintenance duties
  • Responsible for docking/undocking procedures
  • Operate Cranes, Rigs and Helmsman

Project Manager

Desoto Group
Houston, Texas
03.2021 - 01.2023
  • Engaged with existing and potential clients to gain insight into needs.
  • Integrated technology to increase efficiency and real-time accountability of operational tasks.
  • Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction and streamline procedures.
  • Collaborated with team leaders on quality audits.
  • Generated performance and labor strategies to compete in new and existing markets.
  • Presented performance and productivity reports to supervisors.

Able Bodied Seaman

DIAMOND MARINE OIL REPONSE
Galveston, TX
01.2008 - 01.2009

Laborer

Action Personnel, Inc
LaMarque, TX
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • General maintenance responsibilities
  • Cook
  • Paint
  • Backhoe
  • Repair, paint and clean street signs
  • Street repair and patch work
  • Lay cement

Able Bodied Seaman

SEA RIVER MARITIME
Houston, TX
01.2000 - 01.2007

Able Bodied Seaman

TIDEWATER OFFSHORE
Galveston, TX
01.1994 - 01.2000

Education

High School Diploma -

Ball High School
Galveston, TX
05.1985

Skills

  • Performance Monitoring
  • Maintaining Compliance
  • Decision Making
  • Policies and Procedures Implementation
  • Team Leadership
  • Operations Monitoring
  • Listening and comprehension
  • Cross-training experience
  • Sanitation and cleanliness
  • Menu planning expertise
  • Knife handling expertise
  • Flexible schedule availability
  • Food preparation techniques
  • Food safety
  • Efficient time management
  • Reliability and punctuality

Certification

  • Marine Rigger Refresher Course
  • Helicopter Underwater Egress
  • Environmental Awareness
  • Bridge Resource Management
  • Radar Observer (Unlimited)
  • Medical Care Provider

Education and Training

other

Credentials

  • TWIC card
  • First Aid CPR certified
  • Merchant Mariner certified

Timeline

Self Employed

Ophelia's Restaurant
03.2023 - Current

Project Manager

Desoto Group
03.2021 - 01.2023

Able Bodied Seaman

Edison Chouest Offshore
01.2009 - 01.2023

Able Bodied Seaman

DIAMOND MARINE OIL REPONSE
01.2008 - 01.2009

Laborer

Action Personnel, Inc
01.2007 - 01.2008

Able Bodied Seaman

SEA RIVER MARITIME
01.2000 - 01.2007

Able Bodied Seaman

TIDEWATER OFFSHORE
01.1994 - 01.2000

High School Diploma -

Ball High School

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