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Garnet Jones

Lehigh Acres,FL

Summary

Skilled transportation professional and long-haul driver competent with a tractor - trailer combination or a 26,000 GVW capacity truck and well-versed in handling hazardous materials. Good problem-solving and planning skills combined with self-directed mindset and quality-driven approach. Valid commercial drivers license.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Food and Beverage Server

Verandah Country Club
11.2023 - Current
  • Seated customers in timely manner by managing reservations and waitlists skillfully.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Checked on guests throughout meal to attend to needs and provide great service.

Food and Beverage Server

Equinox Resort And Spa
05.2023 - 11.2023
  • Seated customers in timely manner by managing reservations and waitlists skillfully.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Remained focused, calm and professional during peak rush hours.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.

Tractor Trailer Truck Driver

Suncoast Beverage Sales
08.2018 - 03.2023
  • Collaborated with team members on long-haul assignments to ensure seamless coordination between drivers during shift changes.
  • Utilized GPS navigation systems effectively to determine optimal routing solutions that reduced travel time while avoiding unnecessary risks associated with road hazards or congestion.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.

Server

The Veranda
10.2018 - 03.2019
  • Kept updated knowledge of menu and chef specials to provide recommendations according to tastes and specific allergies.
  • Monitored guests for intoxication and immediately reported concerns to management.
  • Set up events, banquet spaces, including weddings, reunions, and corporate meetings.
  • Bussed and reset tables per shift, working efficiently to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly and courteously.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by using slow periods to restock employee and customer supplies, including ice, condiments, utensils, napkins, trays and delivery bags.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items for dissatisfied customers.

Construction Laborer

CCC Group Inc.
07.2018 - 09.2018
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
  • Handled Sledge Hammers, Drills, Grinders, Chain fall,  Blow Torch and other construction tools and machinery to demolish and rebuild a cement factory. 
  • Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
  • Actively attended safety trainings and workshops offered by employer, bolstering overall knowledge of appropriate measures and determining areas requiring improvement.

Server

South Seas Island Resort
07.2011 - 06.2018
  • Cleaned outdoor eating area and indoor dining room by wiping tables, placing trash in receptacles and restocking napkin dispensers.
  • Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly and courteously.
  • Kept updated knowledge of menu and chef specials to provide recommendations according to tastes and specific allergies.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by using slow periods to restock employee and customer supplies, including ice, condiments, utensils, napkins, trays and delivery bags.
  • Helped customers place orders, explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy sufferers.
  • Delivered orders in timely manner and corrected all issues to ensure guest satisfaction.
  • Set up for events including weddings, reunions, and corporate meetings.

OTR Truck Driver

Warner
08.2010 - 06.2011
  • Optimized routes based on road knowledge, traffic updates and GPS data.
  • Managed efficient loading, unloading and security of customer freight, taking care with fragile items and diligently bracing loads, balancing weights and preventing shifting.
  • Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections prior to and after completing each shift, documenting damage or issues in comprehensive reports.
  • Conducted efficient cargo transfers to maintain route schedules.
  • Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
  • Reported driving hours and data into shift logs for submission to maintaining high level of accuracy and detail.
  • Drove heavy-duty vehicles with hazardous materials to deliver products across the country.

Education

High School Diploma -

Tacky Comprehensive High
St. Mary, Jamaica
1996

Skills

  • Wine service
  • Point of sale knowledge
  • High-volume dining
  • Menu memorization
  • Sale expertise
  • Beverage preparation
  • Table setting
  • Food and beverage pairings
  • Hazardous chemical handling
  • Safe equipment operation
  • Debris removal
  • Preventive and reparative maintenance
  • Hand and power tool operation
  • Some Construction knowledge
  • Coupling and uncoupling
  • Driving commercial vehicles
  • Strong mechanical aptitude
  • Strong team player
  • Good judgment
  • Good communication skills
  • Self-motivated
  • General math skills
  • Works well independently
  • HAZMAT certified
  • Good multitasker
  • Have own tools
  • Fast learner
  • Physically fit and agile
  • Knowledge of state roads and highways

Timeline

Food and Beverage Server

Verandah Country Club
11.2023 - Current

Food and Beverage Server

Equinox Resort And Spa
05.2023 - 11.2023

Server

The Veranda
10.2018 - 03.2019

Tractor Trailer Truck Driver

Suncoast Beverage Sales
08.2018 - 03.2023

Construction Laborer

CCC Group Inc.
07.2018 - 09.2018

Server

South Seas Island Resort
07.2011 - 06.2018

OTR Truck Driver

Warner
08.2010 - 06.2011

High School Diploma -

Tacky Comprehensive High

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