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James Chestney

Medora,IL

Summary

Dynamic operations manager with experience at Big Sky Montana, skilled in cooking and cultivating a positive team culture. Proven ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization while effectively managing kitchen operations. Adept at utilizing welding and heavy machinery, ensuring safety and efficiency in all tasks.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Castor

Wieland Copper Products
04.2021 - 01.2024

Maintained cleanliness of workspace and oversaw raw materials blending into alloys.


Was a unit leader


I would then pour the alloys into solid bars for production purposes.

Chef

2 Sisters Cafe
04.2018 - 04.2022
  • 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.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.

Operations Manager

Big Sky Montana
04.2020 - 01.2022
  • 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.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.

Sales Associate

Bucks Crossing
04.2013 - 01.2017
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.

Education

Associates Degree - Industrial Electricity

Lewis And Clark Community College
Godfrey, IL

Skills

    Welding

    Drywall

    Asphalt

    Electrical

    Casting

    Operating heavy machinery

    Cooking

    Landscaping

Timeline

Castor

Wieland Copper Products
04.2021 - 01.2024

Operations Manager

Big Sky Montana
04.2020 - 01.2022

Chef

2 Sisters Cafe
04.2018 - 04.2022

Sales Associate

Bucks Crossing
04.2013 - 01.2017

Associates Degree - Industrial Electricity

Lewis And Clark Community College
James Chestney