John Linkenauger
Truck Driver ( Class A)
Dunbar,WV
Summary
Motivated Service Worker with exceptional social skills, communication abilities and customer service background. Dedicated to following health and safety guidelines and handling food items properly. Pursues every opportunity to support team members and proactively address issues. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Landscaper
ScottyScapes
Charleston, WV
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Installed underground sprinkler systems to provide grass and gardens with adequate water supply.
- Planted bulbs, trees, bushes and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
- Removed weeds, hazards and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Applied weed and pest control chemicals to lawns, protecting grass growth and improving appearance.
- Developed lasting customer relationships and grew network over time.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
Manager in Training
McDonalds
Belle & Dunbar, WV
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Conferred with customers each day to maintain current understanding of needs and preferences, resolve issues and promote brand loyalty.
- Assisted established management staff with operational oversight, business development and process improvement strategies.
- Introduced new methods, practices and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Enhanced supervisory and leadership abilities by working closely with supervisor.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Stayed up to date on changing product and service options to provide top-notch support to customers and employees.
- Pursued every opportunity to learn about McDonald's business at all levels and improve team member support.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Maximized resource utilization during [Type] projects to uphold strict budget targets.
Line Cook
The Cheesecake Factory Restaurant
Dulles, VA
10.2021 - 11.2021
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to efficiently organize inventory.
- Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal.
- Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Transitioned between breakfast and lunch service.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Community Clean Up
Salt Of The World Ministries
Huntington, WV
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Consulted with customers to address problems with garbage collection, maximizing team efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained tight timetables and strict safety standards by smoothly dismounting and remounting trucks at each stop.
- Dumped recyclable materials and discarded refuse at appropriate disposal sites.
- Conducted pre- and post-trip inspections and basic repairs to maintain performance levels and prevent breakdowns.
Back of House Team Member
Chickfila
Suffolk, VA
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Maintained and tracked food, cooler and freezer temperatures.
- Unloaded and stocked kitchen supplies.
- Bussed tables, washed dishes and organized kitchen for prompt service.
- Assisted back of house manager by cross-referencing delivered stock with invoices.
- Completed weekly food and supply inventories.
- Liaised with kitchen staff to produce efficient and well-presented meals.
- Checked use by dates on food and beverage stock and maintained record of wasted items.
Cook
Bubba-N-Franks
Carrollton, VA
09.2018 - 07.2020
- Assisted chef with planning easy but elegant appetizers to spark customer interest.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Managed kitchen staff to supervise preparation of foods and explain steps for readying specialty items.
- Mentored staff in expectations and parameters of kitchen goals and daily work.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Ordered and received products and supplies to stock kitchen areas.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Mixer Truck Driver
Farmer's Service
Smithfield, VA
04.2019 - 11.2019
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Executed safety practices and inventory loading without customer complaints, accidents or lost-time.
- Transported hazardous materials and oversized shipments without incident.
- Verified hazardous material product descriptions and determined any discrepancies in paperwork.
- Maintained current Class B CDL with Hazardous Materials and Doubles and Triples endorsements.
Enlisted Soldier
U.S. Government
Suffolk, VA
04.2017 - 12.2017
Education
High School Diploma -
Homeschooled
Smithfield, VA 09.2014 - 05.2017
No Degree - CDL A
Paul D Camp Community College
Suffolk, VA 12.2019 - 02.2020
Skills
Coaching and mentoring
undefinedAccomplishments
- Have achieved obtaining my EMT-B certification.
- Obtained my Class A CDL license @ age 19.
- Graduated Army Boot Camp.
- My biggest accomplishment is learning to accept what I can't change.
Timeline
Landscaper
ScottyScapes
09.2022 - 11.2022
Manager in Training
McDonalds
03.2022 - 05.2022
Line Cook
The Cheesecake Factory Restaurant
10.2021 - 11.2021
Community Clean Up
Salt Of The World Ministries
07.2021 - 11.2021
No Degree - CDL A
Paul D Camp Community College
12.2019 - 02.2020
Back of House Team Member
Chickfila
07.2019 - 12.2019
Mixer Truck Driver
Farmer's Service
04.2019 - 11.2019
Cook
Bubba-N-Franks
09.2018 - 07.2020
Enlisted Soldier
U.S. Government
04.2017 - 12.2017
High School Diploma -
Homeschooled
09.2014 - 05.2017
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