Hunter Kennington
Charlotte,North Carolina
Summary
I am a former chef who enjoyed cooking who is now pivoting into my career pathway. I was a chef for four years where i learned all of the basics in food safety and cooking skills. I have since moved into a field where I am much more proud of my work. I was hired by Brooks,Berry,and Haynie as a electrical apprentice additionally I am a IBEW local 379 member who is looking to continue growing and learning everything that those are willing to teach me. I have a high drive with a positive attitude who enjoys getting work done efficiently and safely. I have experience in using hand and power tools. bending, cutting, measuring, and installing conduits. laying ground wire and cadwelding ground rods and pulling, crimping,splicing,using couplings,adding bends, and pulling wire.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrical Apprentice
Brooks Berry Haynie & Associates
Charlotte, NC
05.2026 - Current
- Assisted in installation and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment.
- Collaborated with electricians to troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues effectively.
- Adhered to safety protocols while handling tools and performing installations.
- Contributed to team efforts by communicating effectively with colleagues on job site challenges.
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Gained proficiency in operating various power tools such as drills, saws, crimpers, and wire strippers for efficient completion of electrical tasks.
Chef
Improper Pig
Fort Mill, SC
07.2023 - 05.2026
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
- Collaborated effectively with front-of-house team for seamless dining experience and positive customer feedback.
- Implemented rigorous quality control measures to ensure consistent taste and presentation of dishes.
Line Cook
Papa Docs Shore Club
Lake Wylie South Carolina
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Shift Leader
Crumbl Cookies
Charlotte, NC
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, maintaining accurate records and minimizing discrepancies.
- Collaborated with other shift leaders to maintain consistent standards across all shifts, promoting a cohesive workplace culture.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
- Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies.
- Served as a reliable point-of-contact for upper management when needed, effectively communicating any issues or successes from daily operations.
- Resolved conflicts between team members in a professional manner, preserving strong working relationships in the process.
- Developed strong communication skills among staff members by encouraging open dialogue during shift meetings or one-on-one discussions.
- Boosted overall sales with effective upselling techniques and exceptional product knowledge.
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
- Supported a culture of continuous improvement by identifying and addressing areas for potential growth, both individually and as a team.
Education
High School Diploma -
Olympic High School
Charlotte, NC07-2023
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Commercial construction experience
- Effective communications
- Team collaboration
- Sanitation guidelines
- Dependable and responsible
- Safety awareness
- Troubleshooting skills
- Hand and power tools
- Conduit bending
Accomplishments
- Created signature dish which generated high-interest and became best-selling dinner entrée for the weekend.
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
- Achieved completing JCP can plazas through effectively helping with running EMT, bending and flexing conduit, and helping run ground wire through them.
- Collaborated with team of 60 in the development of Charlotte Douglas Airport expansion.
Certification
- Certification in Engineering from Olympic High school as a part of the CTE program.
- Certification from Serve Safe as a food handler.
- Certification in Culinary arts from Olympic High School as a part of the CTE program.
Timeline
Electrical Apprentice
Brooks Berry Haynie & Associates
05.2026 - Current
Chef
Improper Pig
07.2023 - 05.2026
Line Cook
Papa Docs Shore Club
04.2023 - 07.2023
Shift Leader
Crumbl Cookies
08.2022 - 04.2023
High School Diploma -
Olympic High School
Engineering certification from Olympic High School.
Academy of Engineering Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools