James Garrison
Collinsville,MS
Summary
Adaptable and enterprising with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading successful teams. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen and Maintence
Queen City Nursing Center
Meridian, MS
11.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate meal service and special events, executing smooth operations.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
Maintenance
Queen City Nursing Center
Meridian, MS
11.2022 - Current
- Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules.
- Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
Stocker and Cashier
Dollar General
Collinsville, MS
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
Floor Installation
Pro- Flooring
Meridian, MS
08.2010 - 01.2015
- Boosted team performance by collecting debris, extra materials, and tools to keep work areas clean and organized.
- Transported materials and tools from work truck to project areas and organized supplies based on likely needs.
- Installed doors and hardware for homes and businesses
- Educated consumer on multiple service categories to upsell products.
- Covered surfaces with laminated plastic covering material.
- Operated power tools with safety precautions and protective personal equipment.
- Prepared job site for set up and tear down with appropriate supplies and materials.
Assistant Store Manager
Chicken Basket
Meridian, MS
03.2000 - 10.2010
- Created and maintained safe and secure work environments for employees.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
- Raised property accuracy and accountability by creating new automated tracking method.
- Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
- Verified inventory counts remained within monthly tolerance levels and compiled financial data in compliance with budget.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Lauderdale High School
Collinsville, MS05.1995
Skills
- Performance Monitoring
- Menu Pricing and Writing
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Food Item Purchasing
- Attention to Detail
- Schedule Crew Members
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Food Challenges
- Managing Deliveries
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Station Preparation
Timeline
Kitchen and Maintence
Queen City Nursing Center
11.2022 - Current
Maintenance
Queen City Nursing Center
11.2022 - Current
Stocker and Cashier
Dollar General
09.2021 - 11.2022
Floor Installation
Pro- Flooring
08.2010 - 01.2015
Assistant Store Manager
Chicken Basket
03.2000 - 10.2010
High School Diploma -
West Lauderdale High School