James Small
DeKalb,IL
Summary
Northern Illinois University undergraduate with certifications in S-130 Wildfire Training, CPR, and First-Aid, is communication and team-oriented, with a passion for experiencing nature firsthand. 5+ years experience with accomplishing performance targets under time-limited conditions in a restaurant setting while maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards. Highly-motivated with a desire to take on new challenges.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Delivery Driver
Giordano's Pizza
Sycamore, IL
08.2019 - Current
- Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.
- Provided customer service support to ensure satisfaction.
Kitchen Staff Member
Rosita's Fine Mexican Food
DeKalb, IL
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Cleaned and sanitized work surfaces, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware.
- Adhered fully to kitchen standards involving required portion sizes, individual recipe instructions and safe food handling procedures.
- Operated various kitchen appliances such as mixers, slicers, ovens, grills .
Education
Associate of Science - Biology
Kishwaukee College
Malta, IL05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, ILSkills
- GPS Navigation
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Dispatch Communication
- Goods Transport
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Effective Customer Communication
Certification
- S-130 Wildfire Training
- CPR
- First-Aid
Relevant Experience
- BIOS 407 Restoration Ecology - frequent identification of plant species as well as implementing techniques to remove invasive species
- EAE 320 Soil Science - extensive curriculum surrounding the formation, preservation, and various environmental conditions that effect soil health and quality
- Small Mammal Trapping Volunteer - Research Laboratory of Dr. Holly Jones - Volunteer experience working with Dr Jones' graduate students on their data collection of small mammals at Nachusa Grasslands. Fieldwork included quantitative measurements as well as operating in extreme weather conditions (Heat and Rain)
Timeline
Delivery Driver
Giordano's Pizza
08.2019 - Current
Kitchen Staff Member
Rosita's Fine Mexican Food
06.2018 - 08.2019
Associate of Science - Biology
Kishwaukee College
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies
Northern Illinois University