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Gary Stanley

Summary

Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced in sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational skills. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Motivated Warehouse Worker skilled at providing efficiency in shipping and receiving, inspection and storage operations. Handles diverse materials to achieve high-quality packaging standards and reduce risk. Brings related experience and dedication to meet production and quality goals. Dedicated Warehouse team member skilled in operating equipment, prioritizing tasks and carrying out fast-paced work to meet team goals. Strong understanding of OSHA standards and optimal safety guidelines. Hard worker consistently arrives early and stays late to get deadline-oriented jobs complete. Team Captain and strong vocal leader with good communication skills to encourage, support and positively hold teammates accountable. Influences teammates on-and-off court, at scheduled activities and in local community. Sets tone for practice, keeps coach and staff informed and models responsibility, decision-making and strong work ethic. Enthusiastic Student Athlete dedicated to pursuing goals, promoting team player mentality and performing well under pressure. Extensive experience in leadership positions and working with teams. Committed to helping others through effective time management, good sportsmanship and motivation.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Cook

Department Of Corrections
09.2022 - 03.2024

I was in charge of inventory, Freezer pulls, Organizing freezer,

maintaining sanitation, discarding out of date products, prepping food, cooking food, feeding housing

  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
  • Reduced food waste by implementing inventory management systems and optimizing ingredient usage.
  • Managed kitchen staff, ensuring proper training and adherence to safety protocols for a safe working environment.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, meeting or exceeding health department requirements.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.

Sanitation Worker

Department Of Corrections
02.2021 - 09.2022
  • Enhanced cleanliness by thoroughly sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing various surfaces in public spaces.
  • Reduced waste accumulation by promptly collecting and disposing of trash from designated areas.
  • Maintained a sanitary environment with daily inspections and timely maintenance of assigned areas.
  • Improved recycling rates by diligently sorting materials according to guidelines and regulations.

Uber Driver

Uber
03.2017 - 12.2019
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Adhered to all traffic laws and regulations while operating the taxi cab, ensuring passenger safety at all times.
  • Informed passengers of estimated arrival times, remaining in constant communication during transit delays or detours.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient transportation services.
  • Streamlined route planning by staying up-to-date on current road conditions and construction projects affecting travel time efficiency.
  • Assisted passengers with luggage and other personal items, demonstrating exceptional customer service skills.

Warehouse Worker

Jet.com Inc.
05.2016 - 12.2016
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
  • Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much 100 pounds.
  • Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
  • Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
  • Managed incoming shipments effectively by inspecting goods for quality control purposes before storing them appropriately.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.

Education

No Degree - Electrical Engineering

Delaware Technical Community College
Dover, DE

No Degree - General Studies

Delaware State University
Dover, DE

No Degree - Criminology

University of Delaware
Newark, DE
02.2028

High School Diploma -

Caesar Rodney High School
Camden, DE
06.2002

Skills

  • Food Storage
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Meal Preparation
  • Food Preparation
  • Forklift Operation
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Order Picking
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Excellent navigation
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Passenger transportation
  • Signaling Techniques
  • Quick Decision Making

Timeline

Head Cook

Department Of Corrections
09.2022 - 03.2024

Sanitation Worker

Department Of Corrections
02.2021 - 09.2022

Uber Driver

Uber
03.2017 - 12.2019

Warehouse Worker

Jet.com Inc.
05.2016 - 12.2016

No Degree - Electrical Engineering

Delaware Technical Community College

No Degree - General Studies

Delaware State University

No Degree - Criminology

University of Delaware

High School Diploma -

Caesar Rodney High School
Gary Stanley