James Stones
Venice,FL
Summary
Dedicated professional with over three decades of experience in education, healthcare, and hospitality. Proven ability to adapt to diverse roles and environments while maintaining a commitment to excellence. Focused on delivering results which consistently exceed expectations
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide / Companion
Private Duty
Venice, Florida
06.2020 - Current
- Provided support services for clients living with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, MS, stroke effects, depression, and terminal illness
Store Manager
Steve Cocchi
Nokomis, Florida
12.2015 - 06.2020
- Managed daily operations of Dockside Store and fuel docks at Gulf Harbor Marina
Food Service Manager
Gulf Winds ALF
Venice, FL
12.2013 - 11.2015
- Managed daily food service operations in a residential care facility
Line Chef
Mission Valley Country Club
Nokomis, Florida
09.2011 - 05.2013
- Participated in all aspects of food production and service, including daily lunch/dinner service, brunch and dinner buffets, banquets, and special events
- Previously employed as Line Chef by MVCC 2009-2010
Academic Tutor
Self
Venice, Florida
09.2008 - 05.2011
- Provided personalized academic instruction to secondary school and college students
Education Coordinator
Outward Bound Discovery
Arcadia, FL
08.2005 - 09.2008
- Managed school operations under the auspices of the Desoto County School District and Florida Dept. of Juvenile Justice
- Provided classroom and wilderness instruction
- Responsible for site safety/security as Facility Senior Management
Education
Florida Licensed Professional Educator -
01-2006
Bachelor of Arts -
San Diego State University
01-2002
Patient Care Technician -
Atlantic Technical College
01-1994
Skills
- Establishing and building on client relationships
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Strategic planning
- Time management
- Consistent execution
Timeline
Home Health Aide / Companion
Private Duty
06.2020 - Current
Store Manager
Steve Cocchi
12.2015 - 06.2020
Food Service Manager
Gulf Winds ALF
12.2013 - 11.2015
Line Chef
Mission Valley Country Club
09.2011 - 05.2013
Academic Tutor
Self
09.2008 - 05.2011
Education Coordinator
Outward Bound Discovery
08.2005 - 09.2008
Florida Licensed Professional Educator -
Bachelor of Arts -
San Diego State University
Patient Care Technician -
Atlantic Technical College