Brian Kirkham
Springfield,IL
Summary
Visionary owner/operator with several years of experience leading and growing businesses. Proven leader with expertise in driving company vision, directing operations, and managing employees. Successful at building strong businesses from the ground up by devising effective marketing strategies, leading sales efforts, and taking decisive actions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator
BK Service Transport, LLC
Springfield, IL
03.2022 - Current
- Developed business plan and budget to maximize profitability.
- Established pricing models that balanced competitiveness with profitability goals.
- Monitored financial performance of the business on a weekly basis to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
- Negotiated contracts with clients for products or services rendered by the company.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
- Reported delays due to breakdowns, weather or traffic conditions and emergencies relating to pick up or delivery of products.
- Observed safety protocols and driving laws to maximize road and personnel safety.
Maintenance Supervisor
Hickory Glenn
Springfield, IL
04.2017 - 12.2022
- Supervised technicians on repair and installation of machines or systems according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Implemented new technologies that improved overall operational efficiencies within the retirement community.
- Ensured that safety regulations were followed by employees while performing maintenance tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Monitored and evaluated the performance of personnel in the maintenance department, providing guidance and coaching when necessary.
- Prepared budgets for upcoming projects based on estimated labor costs and materials needed.
- Reviewed work orders, allocated resources, assigned tasks, and established priorities for completion of jobs.
- Assisted in training new hires on proper operation and maintenance techniques for various types of machinery.
Cook
Chili's Bar and Grill
Springfielf, IL
02.2014 - 03.2016
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
Education
HVAC/MAR
MTI Technical Institute
Springfield, IL06-2017
High School Diploma -
Southeast High School
Springfield, IL05-2005
Skills
- Personnel Management
- Budget Development
- Operations Oversight
- Relationship Management
- Documentation And Reporting
- Performance Analysis
- Staffing
- Finance management
- Strategic Planning
- Financial Analysis
Certification
- HVAC Certification
- EPA Universal Certification
- Food Handler's License
Timeline
Owner/Operator
BK Service Transport, LLC
03.2022 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor
Hickory Glenn
04.2017 - 12.2022
Cook
Chili's Bar and Grill
02.2014 - 03.2016
HVAC/MAR
MTI Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Southeast High School
- HVAC Certification
- EPA Universal Certification
- Food Handler's License
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