Gerry Bodary
Lead event specialist
'Ewa Beach,HI
Summary
Results-driven Lead accustomed to overseeing operations with strong attention to detail. History of meeting demanding group objectives through employee training, motivation and performance management. Working knowledge of optimal practices and safety behaviors for ES. Supportive Team lead with over 20 years of experience leading teams. Expert in following detailed production schedules with distinguished history of maximizing productivity.
Committed to proactive reorganization for optimized safety and efficiency. Stay current on menu items and consistently offer targeted recommendations to meet individual customer needs. Knowledgeable about handling special dietary requirements and general food safety standards. Friendly and reliable offering unmatched customer service and workplace focus.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Lead Event Specialist
Crossmark
04.2017 - Current
- Coached over 20 team members in techniques necessary to complete job task.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
Supervisor of Kitchen
Lanakila Pacific
05.2008 - 09.2010
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Disciplined and motivated over 15 staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
- Trained new hires in food handling and safety protocols to boost knowledge and performance.
- Supervised food presentation and plating to enhance visual appeal.
- Served consistent portions following recipes and control standards
- Addressed customer complaints with professional demeanor and used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve issues
Senior Manager for Bachelor Quarters Facilities
US Navy
01.2007 - 05.2008
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Operated and managed Navy Mess and living quarters established to subsist and accommodate Naval personnel.
- Supervised designation of 1permanent party/transient spaces, assignments, and enforcement of maintenance and daily living standards.
Culinary Specialist
United States Navy, USN
05.1988 - 05.2008
- Inspected deliveries for accuracy and safety.
- Established food preparation procedures and guidelines to promote meal consistency and quality.
- Took inventory of supplies and maintained accurate stock records to minimize losses and support supply ordering.
- Prepared and served food to approximately 300 personnel.
- Maintained records and awareness of unique dietary restrictions or allergies of personnel, accommodating needs in meal preparation.
- Conducted inspections of food preparation and dining facilities to verify compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Planned menus and ordered various food stock to provide balanced and nutritious meals.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
Education
No Degree - Food Services Management
Wayland Baptist University
Plainview, TXSkills
- Team Monitoring
- Customer Service
- Store Opening and Closing
- Team Player
- Staff Training
- Policy and Procedure Modification
- Calm and Professional Under Pressure
Certification
Certified Food Protection Manager
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Team Lead Event Specialist
Crossmark
04.2017 - Current
Supervisor of Kitchen
Lanakila Pacific
05.2008 - 09.2010
Senior Manager for Bachelor Quarters Facilities
US Navy
01.2007 - 05.2008
Culinary Specialist
United States Navy, USN
05.1988 - 05.2008
No Degree - Food Services Management
Wayland Baptist University
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