Gannon Shook
Palm Bay
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.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Grill Cook
Cracker Barrel
Melbourne
01.2025 - Current
- Grilled a variety of meats and vegetables to ensure quality and flavor.
- Managed kitchen staff to maintain efficient cooking operations during peak hours.
- Monitored food safety standards to guarantee cleanliness and compliance with regulations.
- Trained new cooks on grill techniques and kitchen protocols for consistency.
- Trained new staff on how to use the grill station, as well as safety and sanitation procedures.
- Monitored kitchen productivity and assessed overall productivity and workflow.
Truck Unloader
Cracker Barrel
Melbourne
04.2024 - Current
- Unloaded trucks efficiently, ensuring timely access to inventory.
- Assisted in training new employees on unloading procedures and safety protocols.
- Lifted heavy objects by hand or by using power hoist.
- Inspected incoming shipments for damage and discrepancies before processing.
- Reported any damaged goods to supervisor immediately upon unloading.
- Utilized scanning technology to accurately track inventory levels of incoming and outgoing shipments.
Grill Cook
Cracker Barrel
Melbourne
01.2024 - Current
- Operated grill equipment safely and efficiently during high-volume service.
- Followed food safety guidelines to prevent contamination and ensure quality.
- Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate orders and timing.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of line workstations.
- Performed closing duties such as organizing leftovers into containers for refrigeration or disposal, cleaning grills, and emptying grease traps.
- Set up work stations prior to restaurant opening to improve speed during busy periods.
Writing Assistant
Florida International University, MMC
Miami
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Edited and proofread documents for accuracy, clarity, grammar, punctuation and style.
- Managed scheduling of meetings, workshops, and feedback sessions.
- Researched topics relevant to assigned projects as needed.
- Organized and tracked multiple projects to meet tight deadlines.
Conference Service Staff Member
Best Delegate LLC
Miami
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Assisted in setup and breakdown of conference spaces and equipment.
- Implemented feedback collection processes to enhance guest experience.
- Developed post-event reports summarizing attendee feedback and satisfaction levels.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand their needs and preferences.
- Maintained records related to event details such as attendance numbers or financial transactions.
- Managed logistics such as hotel accommodations, transportation arrangements, and event scheduling.
Restaurant Team Member
KFC Taco Bell
Fort Campbell North
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Provided friendly customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Prepared food items according to restaurant quality and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during busy hours.
- Followed health code regulations when handling food items safely.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
Florida International University
Miami, FL05-2023
Skills
- Inventory control
- Employee training
- Quality assurance
- Logistics management
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)
Timeline
Head Grill Cook
Cracker Barrel
01.2025 - Current
Truck Unloader
Cracker Barrel
04.2024 - Current
Grill Cook
Cracker Barrel
01.2024 - Current
Writing Assistant
Florida International University, MMC
08.2022 - 05.2023
Conference Service Staff Member
Best Delegate LLC
11.2021 - 05.2023
Restaurant Team Member
KFC Taco Bell
09.2017 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
Florida International University