Jaxson Shaffer
Port Wentworth,GA
Summary
Dedicated Concrete Pump Operator experienced in operating concrete line pumps for commercial and residential projects. Achieved efficient project outcomes through expertise in equipment maintenance, safety protocols, and precise concrete placement. Focused on enhancing team collaboration and ensuring project quality standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Pump Operator
Southern valor concrete pumping
Port Wentworth, GA
02.2025 - Current
- Operated concrete pump and equipment for Southern Valor concrete pumping job sites.
- Positioned pump lines for safe concrete placement.
- Inspected hoses, clamps, and valves before each pumping assignment.
- Monitored concrete flow and adjusted controls during pours.
- Communicated with crew members to coordinate pour timing and placement.
- Followed safety procedures around moving equipment and active construction areas.
- Provided assistance to co-workers during difficult operations or when extra help was needed.
- Monitored equipment and adjusted controls to start and operate pumps, efficiently meeting schedule demands.
- Cleaned spills using appropriate safety measures to maintain a safe working environment.
- Collaborated with supervisors or other personnel to discuss operational issues or problems encountered during operations.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving malfunctioning pumps or other hazards.
- Maintained records of daily work activities including hours worked and amount of material pumped.
- Followed all company policies related to safety protocols while operating the concrete pump.
- Performed regular maintenance on equipment such as lubrication, cleaning, and checking fluid levels.
Line Cook
The Lobster
Gloucester, MA
10.2023 - 12.2025
- Prepared grill, fryer, and saute orders for kitchen service.
- Maintained clean workstations, utensils, and food prep areas.
- Rotated ingredients and checked storage for freshness and safety.
- Communicated with servers and kitchen staff to coordinate order timing.
- Assembled salads, sides, and plate garnishes for menu presentation.
- Restocked stations with meats, vegetables, sauces, and dry goods.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Cooked entrées and sides to order using sauté techniques and timing control.
- Trained new cooks on station setup, cooking methods, and sanitation standards.
- Monitored food quality, seasoning, and presentation before plate release.
- Managed grill station operations in fast-paced restaurant kitchen.
- Coordinated ticket flow with line cooks and servers during rush periods.
Line Cook
Topside bistro
Gloucester, MA
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Followed recipes and portion standards for appetizers, burgers, and sandwiches.
- Maintained clean workstations, utensils, and food prep areas.
- Rotated ingredients and checked storage for freshness and safety.
- Communicated with servers and kitchen staff to coordinate order timing.
- Tracked ticket flow during busy Topside bistro rushes.
- Assembled salads, sides, and plate garnishes for menu presentation.
- Restocked stations with meats, vegetables, sauces, and dry goods.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Chopped vegetables, fruits, and proteins for daily salad service
- Checked ingredient freshness and removed expired produce from use
- Restocked dressings, toppings, and garnishes throughout meal periods
Line Cook
Topside pub and grill
Gloucester, Massachusetts
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Kept kitchen area clean and presentable
- Followed recipes and portion standards for appetizers, burgers, and sandwiches.
- Prepared grill, fryer, and saute orders for pub kitchen service.
- Maintained clean workstations, utensils, and food prep areas.
- Rotated ingredients and checked storage for freshness and safety.
- Communicated with servers and kitchen staff to coordinate order timing.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
Education
Gloucester High School
Gloucester, MassachusettsSkills
- Concrete pumping
- Pump controls
- Hydraulic systems
- Site safety
- Heavy equipment operation
- Preventive maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Clear communication
- Problem solving
- Situational awareness
- Decision making
- Hand signals
- Concrete placement
- Pre-trip inspections
- Foundation pouring
- Pump maintenance
- Construction site navigation
- Shotcrete application
- Site preparation
- Concrete finishing
- Pump control
- Site conditions evaluation
- Pump cleaning
- Slab construction
- Grout pumping
- Concrete pump truck driving
- Decision making
- Time management
- Mechanical aptitude
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Equipment inspection
- Equipment maintenance
- Grill station management
- Recipe execution
- Food safety compliance
- Kitchen sanitation
- Portion control
- Inventory rotation
- Station setup
- Team communication
- Composure under pressure
- Food preparation
- Crew training
- Kitchen station setup
- Cleanliness standards
- Team coordination
- Knife skills
- Customer service
- Frying techniques
- Food safety knowledge
- Food rotation
- Food plating
- Line management
- Food presentation talent
- Deep fryer operation
- Food storage
- Grilling techniques
- Salad preparation
- Meat cutting
- Grill operation
- Sauce making
- Food spoilage prevention
- Problem-solving
- Recipe preparation
- Line station oversight
Timeline
Concrete Pump Operator
Southern valor concrete pumping
02.2025 - Current
Line Cook
The Lobster
10.2023 - 12.2025
Line Cook
Topside bistro
09.2023 - 09.2024
Line Cook
Topside pub and grill
08.2022 - 09.2023
Gloucester High School