Energetic culinary professional with a blend of creativity, passion for food and exceptional cooking skills. Works well as a dynamic leader in high-pressure settings. Expert in managing kitchen staff and preparing foods at reduced cost without compromising quality and taste.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Assurance Manager
Durham Coca Bottling Company
Durham
11.2004 - 07.2012
Consistently provided professional, friendly and engaging service.
Followed all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage to uphold proper health standards.
Trained, coached and mentored staff to ensure smooth adoption of new program.
Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
Developed and rolled out new policies.
Hired and trained 25 of staff.
Translated business needs and priorities into actionable logistics strategies.
Determined the most cost-effective procedures and routes for shipments.
Determined the most cost-effective procedures and routes for shipments.
Gathered, logged and monitored all shipping data.
Minimized damage and repair costs through careful management and preventative maintenance.
Took corrective action in the case of accidents and delays to minimize extra expenses.
Coached 25 other employees and assisted with quarterly performance reviews.
Assistant Operations Manager
Metech Recycling
Creedmoor, NC
08.2013 - 07.2014
E-mailed suppliers, carriers and customers with shipping updates.
Updated the database with changes in carrier status.
Prepared documents for shipment claims submissions.
Created an annual budget and developed a comprehensive plan to accomplish company objectives while staying within budget.
Conducted research on logistics operations, including literature reviews, interviews and site visits.
Recommended investments in technology, capital, equipment systems and other assets to improve service quality.
Gathered, logged and monitored all shipping data.
Supervised a team of 4 area managers and 80 associates.
Directed the work of 4 independent contractors.
Established project control procedures such as project forecasts and cash flow projections.
Established operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments to subordinate managers.
Successfully managed production activities so all orders were shipped on time.
Maintained and communicated daily productivity and shipment reports for all departments.
Completed and recorded all recycling and rework documentation with a high degree of accuracy.
Managed product quality to guarantee compliance with quality policies, procedures and systems.
Completed and maintained accurate and organized records, documents and reports.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge and information about technology and plant management best practices.