John Hyde
Lafayette,LA
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Warehouse Manager
Xanterra Parks & Resorts
Yellowstone National Park, WY
04.2021 - 02.2024
- Coordinated and monitored the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods within the warehouse.
- Ensured that all orders were accurately fulfilled in a timely manner.
- Utilized inventory management software to track stock levels and maintain accurate records.
- Monitored staff performance, identified areas for improvement, and provided training as needed.
- High volume ordering of Produce, Dairy, Dry Goods, Proteins, and Alcohol to supply area location restaurants.
- Area Management overseeing the ordering and delivery to 20 operations.
- Ensure proper rotation and quality of received product
- Maintain positive communication with all staff members, vendors, supervisors, kitchen managers, and storekeepers.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of safety regulations and ensured compliance with them at all times.
- Created reports on key metrics such as shipping accuracy rates, turnaround times, inventory levels.
- Conducted periodic audits of the warehouse environment to identify any potential hazards or risks.
- Communicated regularly with other departments regarding supply chain activities.
- Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
Prepared Foods Chef
Central Market by HEB
Austin, TX
12.2019 - 04.2021
- Utilized knowledge of cutlery and culinary tools to prepare hand prepared foods.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
DELI CHEF
Whole Foods Market
Portland, OR
10.2017 - 11.2018
- Planned and prepared food products orders to maintain appropriate stock levels.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Prepared mise en place every day to promote efficient preparation of signature dishes.
- Avoided cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when preparing meals for individuals with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
SOUS CHEF/ FOOD WAREHOUSE MANAGER
Xanterra Parks & Resorts
Yellowstone National Park County (historical), MT
04.2012 - 09.2017
- Maximized customer satisfaction and team performance through command-based structure and absolute control over staff actions.
- Oversaw kitchen employee scheduling, meeting all coverage needs and avoiding wasted labor.
- Supervised all kitchen food preparation while operating in demanding, high-volume environment.
- Helped staff adhere to tough restaurant requirements through effective discipline and motivation.
- Performed as head chef as needed to maintain team productivity and restaurant quality.
- Monitored supplier operations to verify quality, delivery schedule and conformance to contract specifications.
- Facilitated effective communication between customers and associates to encourage positive, team-based atmosphere.
Ramp Agent, Courier
Federal Express
Charleston, SC
01.2008 - 04.2012
- Managed ramp activities for inbound and outbound flights, including mechanical, cabin and cargo services.
- Loaded and unloaded aircraft cargo, passenger baggage and freight.
- Used strong time management skills to coordinate deliveries in timely manner.
- Maintained accurate documentation for pickups and deliveries and handed in reports after each shift.
Specialty Clerk
Earthfare
Charleston, SC
01.2010 - 02.2011
- Prepared orders by slicing, weighing, packaging and pricing meats and cheeses.
- Cleaned work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Recommended merchandise to customers based on needs and preferences.
- Educated customers on product and service offerings.
Sous Chef/Pizza Chef
The Red Pepper
Charleston, SC
02.2008 - 01.2009
- Supervised all kitchen food preparation while operating in demanding, high-volume environment.
- Created from-scratch pizza dough daily in large quantities following authentic Italian recipe.
Education
CULINARY CLASSES ONLY - Culinary Arts
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SCBachelor of Arts - History
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA05.1996
PARACHUTE PACKING - AIRBORNE OPERATIONS
US ARMY QUATERMASTER SCHOOL
FT. LEE05.2004
Skills
- Motivational team management
- Food preparation techniques
- Team training
- Employee management
- Training and mentoring
- Product display oversight
- Ordering of products
- Schedule management
- Profit and loss accountability
- Inventory Management
- Space Planning
- Quality Assurance
- Safety oversight
- Floor Space Maximization
- Logistics Management
- Production Planning
- Loading and unloading
- Employee Scheduling
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Staff Management
- Workflow Coordination
- Cost Reduction
- Budget Management
- Documentation
- Route Optimization
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Building and Leadership
- Team coaching
- Problem-Solving
- Budget controls
- Purchasing management
- Reporting and Correspondence
- Stock control
- Warehouse auditing
- Billing and Invoicing
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Safety standards
- Warehouse Operations
- Order Fulfillment
- Staff Supervision
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Performance Evaluations
- Shipping and receiving
Timeline
Food Warehouse Manager
Xanterra Parks & Resorts
04.2021 - 02.2024
Prepared Foods Chef
Central Market by HEB
12.2019 - 04.2021
DELI CHEF
Whole Foods Market
10.2017 - 11.2018
SOUS CHEF/ FOOD WAREHOUSE MANAGER
Xanterra Parks & Resorts
04.2012 - 09.2017
Specialty Clerk
Earthfare
01.2010 - 02.2011
Sous Chef/Pizza Chef
The Red Pepper
02.2008 - 01.2009
Ramp Agent, Courier
Federal Express
01.2008 - 04.2012
CULINARY CLASSES ONLY - Culinary Arts
Trident Technical College
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
PARACHUTE PACKING - AIRBORNE OPERATIONS
US ARMY QUATERMASTER SCHOOL