Gary Cates
Graham,North Carolina
Summary
Dedicated worker offering extensive history preparing salads, soup and sandwiches for customers. Fulfilled supplementary orders for drinks and desserts before serving ordered food. Excellent multitasker with charming personality. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise. Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Work History
CAP 2 Associate
Walmart
530 S Graham Hopedale Rd Burlington NC 27217
08 2016 - 01 2017
- Organized on-site stockroom to maximize existing space and improve efficiency, boosting efficiency 75%.
- Supported successful marketing initiatives by creating visually appealing displays that showcased featured products.
Porter
Food Lion
921 S Main St Graham NC 27253
01 2017 - 05 2017
- Completed sweeping, mopping, and window-cleaning.
- Communicated with coworkers and managers about completed duties.
- Cleaned and organized building areas as required.
- Resolved guest inquiries punctually and politely for professional customer service.
Fry Cook
McDonald's
414 S Main St Graham NC 27253
11 2017 - 03 2018
- Operated large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers or griddles.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Enhanced food quality by ensuring proper cooking times and temperatures for various fried foods.
Deli Clerk
Subway
817 S Main St Graham NC 27253
05 2020 - 10 2021
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to food safety guidelines and promptly addressing any hazards.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
Warehouse Delivery Driver
Ferraro Foods
2031 Park Center Dr Mebane NC 27302
10 2021 - 09 2023
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by optimizing routes and adhering to schedules.
- Supported warehouse management in inventory control by reporting any discrepancies noticed during the delivery process and ensuring accurate documentation of items received or returned.
- Handled fragile items carefully during loading/unloading processes to minimize damage or loss of product quality.
- Upheld company reputation with punctual deliveries while maintaining compliance with local traffic laws and regulations.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills in loading and unloading cargo in a safe and secure manner.
Deli Clerk
Jersey Mike's Subs
2138 S Church St Burlington NC 27215
05 2024 - Current
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to food safety guidelines and promptly addressing any hazards.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Improved workflow efficiency by effectively multitasking, prioritizing tasks, and communicating with team members.
Education
06.2016
Skills
- Price tagging and shelf labeling
- Inventory oversight
- Sales expertise
- Performance improvement
- Food sales and promotion
- Ordering procedures
- Stocking and replenishing
- Equipment operation
- Interactive communication skills
- Food preparation and safety
- Cleanliness and sanitation
- Equipment monitoring
- Equipment safety
Timeline
CAP 2 Associate - Walmart
08 2016 - 01 2017
Porter - Food Lion
01 2017 - 05 2017
Fry Cook - McDonald's
11 2017 - 03 2018
Deli Clerk - Subway
05 2020 - 10 2021
Warehouse Delivery Driver - Ferraro Foods
10 2021 - 09 2023
Deli Clerk - Jersey Mike's Subs
05 2024 - Current
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