Gavin Thompson
Ellis Grove
Summary
Culinary Professional experienced in food preparation and safety compliance. Trained staff and enhanced team performance while upholding high standards of cleanliness and organization. Maintained efficiency and quality assurance in industrial product lines through independent work and expertise in production equipment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Worker
Ed Morse Automotive Group
Red Bud
02.2026 - Current
- Managed inventory by organizing and labeling products, facilitating quick retrieval and reducing search time.
- Inspected incoming shipments for quality and accuracy, preventing storage of defective items and maintaining inventory integrity.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse efficiently.
Assembly Line Production Worker
Toyota Motor Manufacturing
Perryville
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Operated assembly line machinery to assemble automotive components, contributing to streamlined production process.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently achieve daily production targets and ensure smooth workflow.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products to ensure compliance with standards.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and assembly procedures, enhancing team readiness and compliance.
Shift Runner
Casey's General Stores
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Fostered teamwork to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Trained staff on store policies, safety protocols, and operational procedures to ensure compliance.
- Coordinated inventory management, balancing stock levels to reduce waste.
Cook/Prep
Subway
Chester
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Operated kitchen equipment, including ovens, grills, and slicers, contributing to smooth kitchen operations.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of workstations, supporting food safety compliance.
- Assembled sandwiches to meet customer specifications, enhancing customer satisfaction.
Cook
McDonald's
Chester
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Prepared and cooked food items, adhering to McDonald's standards and recipes, ensuring quality and consistency.
- Assisted in training new staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols, facilitating smooth onboarding and operational readiness.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations, supporting safety and compliance with health regulations.
Education
Chester High
Chester, ILSkills
- Warehouse organization
- Pallet stacking
- Order fulfillment
- Material handling
- Loading and unloading
- Pallet stacking
- Assembly line operation
- Training new employees
- Customer service
- Inventory management
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
Ed Morse Automotive Group
02.2026 - Current
Assembly Line Production Worker
Toyota Motor Manufacturing
05.2024 - 08.2025
Shift Runner
Casey's General Stores
06.2022 - 03.2023
Cook/Prep
Subway
11.2021 - 04.2022
Cook
McDonald's
09.2020 - 01.2021
Chester High