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Hunter Hackett
Lebanon,MO
Summary
Experienced in kitchen operations with a strong focus on food safety and sanitation practices. Demonstrated ability to follow recipes accurately while managing inventory and maintaining cleanliness in work areas. Effectively communicated with team members to ensure timely preparation and delivery of meals, contributing to overall operational efficiency. Proven track record of adhering to health code guidelines and implementing procedures that enhance kitchen productivity. Motivated and consistently lifts heavy loads, stands for long periods and handles various cleaning tasks. Valuable and committed individual with strong understanding of food safety measures. Dependable, on-time and dedicated to good performance. Efficient and known for high productivity and ability to complete tasks swiftly. Possess specialized skills in food preparation, kitchen equipment maintenance, and hygiene standards compliance. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring seamless kitchen operations. Also posses a background in the fast-paced food service industry. Experience includes maintaining cleanliness of kitchen, assisting in food preparation, and adhering to health and safety regulations. Strengths are adaptability, efficient multitasking, and strong teamwork skills. Previous work has left a mark by improving kitchen workflow efficiency and upholding high-quality hygiene standards.
Overview
5
years of professional experience
2
Certification
Work History
Excelsior Springs Job CorpsExcelsior Springs, Missouri
Kitchen Hand
04.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Sanitized surfaces with approved cleaning solutions after each task was completed.
- Followed recipes accurately while adhering to portion control standards.
- Swept and mopped floors to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area.
- Followed ServSafe protocol.
- Used effective communication with manager.
- Showed up on time consistently.
- Maintained inventory of kitchen supplies and equipment needs.
- Assisted cooks in preparing meals by washing vegetables and fruits, cutting meats and other tasks as needed.
- Cleaned dishes, pots, pans and utensils.
- Stocked shelves with food supplies, such as canned goods and dry ingredients.
- Served food during catered events or banquets as requested by supervisors or chefs.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers regarding daily tasks assigned.
- Received deliveries of food items and stored them properly.
- Operated dishwashers to sanitize dishes and silverware.
- Inspected kitchen equipment for proper functioning before use.
- Followed all health code guidelines when handling food items.
- Restocked condiments on tables throughout restaurant dining room.
- Organized storage areas for efficient access to items when needed.
- Prepared simple salads, sandwiches, appetizers, as directed by supervisor or chef.
- Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators and hot holding units regularly to ensure food safety standards were met.
- Disposed of garbage according to health regulations.
- Maintained a neat work station throughout shift hours.
- Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
- Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs.
- Operated industrial mixers and other food processing machinery to support kitchen operations.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
Moore Water and AirLebanon, Missouri
Sales Marketer
12.2024 - 03.2025
Job overview
- Analyzed competitor strategies in order to develop competitive advantages.
- Organized promotional events such as sales meetings.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure success.
- Negotiated contracts with potential customers while maintaining favorable terms for the organization.
- Developed promotional materials such as flyers.
- Brainstormed and executed ideas to retain customers and better establish the brand in marketplace.
- Cultivated and preserved business relationships with prospective customers and market influencers and generated new clients and business partners, resulting in increased revenue.
Jonsey'sLebanon, MO
Kitchen Hand
08.2024 - 12.2024
Job overview
- Sanitized surfaces with approved cleaning solutions after each task was completed.
- Followed recipes accurately while adhering to portion control standards.
- Swept and mopped floors to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area.
- Assisted cooks in preparing meals by washing vegetables and fruits, cutting meats and other tasks as needed.
- Cleaned dishes, pots, pans and utensils.
- Stocked shelves with food supplies, such as canned goods and dry ingredients.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers regarding daily tasks assigned.
- Operated dishwashers to sanitize dishes and silverware.
- Received deliveries of food items and stored them properly.
- Inspected kitchen equipment for proper functioning before use.
- Followed all health code guidelines when handling food items.
- Restocked condiments on tables throughout restaurant dining room.
- Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators and hot holding units regularly to ensure food safety standards were met.
- Disposed of garbage according to health regulations.
- Maintained a neat work station throughout shift hours.
- Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare meals.
- Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
- Washed and sanitized plates using industrial dishwashers according to manufacturer instructions.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
- Coordinated with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation and timely preparation of food.
- Supported inventory management by monitoring stock levels and reporting low supplies to the head chef.
- Transported trash to dumpster, properly disposing of expired food items.
- Monitored food temperature during storage and preparation to adhere to food safety standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including dishwashers, blenders, and food processors.
- Trained new kitchen hands in basic tasks, safety protocols, and kitchen standards.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.
Double Eagle AggregatesAva, Missouri
Surface Miner
01.2024 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Assisted with loading muck onto trucks for transport to stockpiles or waste sites.
- Provided technical guidance to other miners regarding proper operation of surface miner equipment.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning health and safety standards when working with heavy machinery.
- Inspected surfaces after mining activities to check for damage or irregularities in the area.
- Conducted routine maintenance of surface miner equipment such as cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs.
- Followed instructions precisely from supervisors regarding specific tasks or job duties assigned.
- Performed pre-operational checks on surface miner machinery to ensure its safety and optimal performance.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed during operation of the surface miner machinery.
- Checked mining progress against plan and reported any deviations to supervisor or engineer.
- Observed all traffic laws when driving vehicles within a worksite boundary.
- Monitored and adjusted machine settings as needed for different materials being mined.
- Operated surface miner equipment to remove material from the earth's surface in an efficient and safe manner.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues regarding any issues related to mining activities.
- Maintained records of production, fuel consumption, hours worked, and other relevant data.
- Followed company policies by performing thorough equipment inspections prior to and after each shift.
- Confirmed adherence to safety protocols by team members and followed strict measures to avoid accidents and injuries.
- Observed potential hazards and obstructions to maximize safe working conditions.
- Adjusted hand wheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets, scrapers or swing booms.
- Completed tear-down of existing structures to prepare for new construction.
- Operated heavy equipment in compliance with company's operating safety policies and procedures.
- Repaired machinery and replaced gears, bearings and bucket teeth.
- Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Moved materials over short distances on work sites to carry out orders.
- Observed hand signals, grade stakes and markings to operate machines within performance specifications.
Care Center Ministries Ava, Missouri
Carpenter
05.2023 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Fitted door locksets, deadbolts and other hardware on doors according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Built jigs and fixtures to assist in the production of parts.
- Assisted in the installation of metal framing systems for commercial construction projects.
- Cut countertops from laminated material following template measurements.
- Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
- Assembled furniture using glue, dowels, screws and nails.
- Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
- Prepared surfaces by sanding or scraping off old finishes prior to refinishing them.
- Maintained a clean job site at all times by disposing of debris properly after each shift.
- Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
- Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
- Laid out flooring patterns according to design templates or customer specifications.
- Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
- Performed routine maintenance on carpentry equipment such as saws and drills.
- Inspected completed projects for quality assurance purposes before delivering them to customers.
- Installed cabinets, fixtures and trim according to plans and blueprints.
- Repaired or replaced damaged structures or components.
- Constructed forms for concrete pours in accordance with building codes.
- Fabricated staircases, doors, window frames and other wooden components for buildings.
- Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
- Studied blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
- Laid and stained oak casings and hardwood floors.
- Used band, circular and compound miter saws.
- Reviewed jobsite needs with foreman and coordinated construction.
- Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
- Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
- Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements.
- Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
- Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
- Anchored and braced forms to complete precise joining.
- Applied design-specific wood and composite trim according to architectural plans and neighborhood regulations.
- Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
- Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
- Led apprentices and trainees in building construction and renovation.
- Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
- Consistently constructed square and level projects.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- Optimized performance, efficiency and safety.
- Measured and marked cut lines on materials using ruler or marking gauge.
- Installed windows, flooring, and trim.
- Verified trueness of construction using plumb and level.
- Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, planks, wedges and timbers.
- Erected scaffolding to assemble above-ground structures.
- Bore boltholes in wood, masonry or concrete using electric or pneumatic drill.
- Covered subfloors with building paper and lay hardwood or parquet floors by nailing to subfloor or cementing to mastic base.
- Fashioned frameworks or props using hand tools and wood screws, nails or glue.
Education
Lebanon Senior High Lebanon, MO
High School Diploma
06-2018
Excelsior Springs Job CorpsExcelsior Springs, MO
ServSafe Managers, ServSafe Food Handlers from Culinary
University Overview
- Vocational school.
- Took part in Student Council/SGA (Student Government Association.
- Organized and carried out on-campus events.
- Took on the position of "Top 7" dorm leadership in the form of the Coordinator.
- Maintained my duties as Coordinator effectively and efficiently.
- Improved on public speaking.
- Took a Communication Masterclass to improve relations.
Skills
- Food safety
- Recipe adherence
- Kitchen sanitation
- Inventory management
- Equipment operation
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Health code compliance
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Waste management and recycling
- Complex Problem-solving
- Customer service
- Leadership Experience
- Ambitious
- Does well under pressure
- Promotional events
- Relationship building
- Task coordination
- Training others
- Innovation skills
- Influencing others
- Visionary leadership
- Diversity awareness
- Motivating teams
- Procedure implementation
- Problem resolution
Accomplishments
- Created the Excelsior Springs Job Corps Student Government Association logo.
- Obtained ServSafe food handler certification.
- Obtained ServSafe managers certification.
- Received most organized dorm during time in Job Corps.
- Completed 12 month intensive discipleship program "Care Center Ministries".
- Completed 12 month MRT program within 10 months.
- Completed 90 day Overcomers program.
- Organized multiple public events within Care Center ministry and Job Corps.
Certification
- ServSafe Managers
- ServSafe Food Handlers
- MRT
- Overcomers
- Care Center Ministries graduate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kitchen Hand
Excelsior Springs Job Corps
04.2025 - Current
Sales Marketer
Moore Water and Air
12.2024 - 03.2025
Kitchen Hand
Jonsey's
08.2024 - 12.2024
Surface Miner
Double Eagle Aggregates
01.2024 - 06.2024
Carpenter
Care Center Ministries
05.2023 - 06.2024
Lebanon Senior High
High School Diploma
Excelsior Springs Job Corps
ServSafe Managers, ServSafe Food Handlers from Culinary