Geoffrey Houck
Willards,MD
Summary
Resourceful Purchasing Agent responsibly and proficiently procures materials necessary for operations. Performs detailed cost analyses and negotiates with vendors using skilled problem-solving abilities. Experienced evaluator of supplier performance and maintains constant awareness of inventory levels. Seeking an opportunity for a career path which includes the ability to sustain longevity, while utilizing an extended background in the hospitality industry.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Agent
Ashore Resort & Beach Club
02.2022 - Current
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and recommended optimal suppliers.
- Communicated frequently with stores and vendors to manage orders and verify revisions on purchase orders.
- Computed and created purchase orders in Birchstreet to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
- Employed expert inventory management and oversight skills to formulate business metrics and meet corporate goals.
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
- Accepted and processed supply requests from staff, and placed orders per procedures.
- Maintained documentation for all purchases.
- Identified and resolved supply chain issues to mitigate delays and production disruptions.
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
- Collaborated with internal departments to identify and manage demand for material and services.
- Analyzed and reported on inventory levels to determine purchasing requirements.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce operational costs.
- Managed relationships with 10+ vendors
Head AM Chef
Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel
06.2009 - 02.2022
- Starting position - dishwasher in 2000 part time, later moving up to prep cook full time as of 2001, and again to line cook in 2004, by 2007 promoted to Asst. AM Kitchen Manager, and finally to Head AM Chef by 2009 to 2021
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Wor-Wic Community College
Salisbury, MD04.2006
High School Diploma -
Stephen Decatur High School
Berlin, MD06.2003
Skills
- Purchase Orders Organization
- Office Supplies and Inventory
- Freight Coordination
- Strategic Negotiations
- Materials Purchasing
- Departmental Support
- Purchase Order Reconciliation
- Inventory Management
- Data Organization
- Track Shipments
- Review Requisitions
- Waste Reduction
- Advanced skills in organization and time management – categorization skills
- Conflict resolution
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Scheduling Software ADP, Birchstreet
- Skilled multi-tasker
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
Ashore Resort & Beach Club
02.2022 - Current
Head AM Chef
Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel
06.2009 - 02.2022
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Wor-Wic Community College
High School Diploma -
Stephen Decatur High School
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