Joseph M. Blasko
St. Augustine
Summary
Experienced manager with a proven track record in leading environmental services teams, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety. Skilled in implementing effective cleaning protocols and training staff in best practices. Strong leadership and problem-solving abilities contribute to maintaining a hygienic environment and operational efficiency.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
EVS Manager
Sodexo Healthcare @ UF Health
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Achieved high levels of patient satisfaction through consistent delivery of superior environmental services.
- Managed a team of EVS professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee retention rate.
- Spearheaded proper training with use of chemicals and cleaning tools and devices.
- Collaborated with infection control teams to develop and implement best practices for environmental hygiene.
- Maintained comprehensive records of department activities, including staffing levels, productivity metrics, and financial data.
- Planned, organized, directed and monitored work flow of Environmental Services staff.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to environmental services in healthcare facilities.
- Promoted a culture centered around teamwork and collaboration which resulted in increased employee morale and productivity.
- Supervised and directed daily work of team of 50 sanitation personnel in 660 bed facility.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
Manager
Whataburger
01.2021 - 03.2024
- Oversee all operations of a 24 hour operation. Maintain all policies and procedures including food safety and restaurant cleanliness. Adhere to all local and state oversight. Hiring, inventory, p and l, labor, food cost.
Environmental Services Director
Watercrest Market Street Memory Care
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Oversee all operations of maintenance and housekeeping in a luxury 64 bed memory care facility. Support all departments including sales, nursing, dietary, activities and lead risk management. Responsibilities included preventative maintenance on HVAC systems, minor plumbing, minor electrical, grounds, room turn around (make ready), and all other maintenance needs in the facility. Maintained payroll, budgeting, labor, inventory and ordering. Maintained Covid-13 negative population. No F or J tag infractions.
Director of Environmental Services
Clyde Lassen State Veterans Home
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Oversee all operations of housekeeping and laundry services in a 120-bed facility housing assisted living and dementia care residents. Support of all departments including nursing, maintenance, activities and risk management. As a member of administration my duties included inventory, ordering, logistics, safety council, QUAPI and QA, OSHA, ACHA and all regulatory requirements. FDVA and Federal surveys revealed zero areas of concern and zero f-tags in my departments for four consecutive years contributing to our 5-star rating.
Field Supervisor
Jorgensen Contract Services
01.2014 - 01.2015
- St. Johns, Bradford Counties FL Supervised multiple crews charged with maintaining vegetation, drainage, asphalt, signage, sidewalks, trees, bridges, lighting, etc. of all state roads within the counties. Maintained 92% on all MRP state inspections. First responder as traffic control for sheriffs and state police activities, licenses: Advanced MOT, Herbicide non-aquatic, forklift, boom operation and small equipment operation.
General Manager
North East Florida Chemical Corp.
01.2006 - 01.2013
- All operations of seven profit centers with three divisions of North and North Central Florida. P&L, sales, marketing, capital asset acquisitions (including the buyout of a competing firm), fleet management, government regulation (EPA, Homeland Security, SERC, Dept. of Agriculture), product and service development, inventory, HAZMAT handling, staffing, training, bookkeeping, IT. Developed and monitored annual and project specific budgets annually. Boosted company efficiency with technology upgrades and process improvements such as procedure and design changes to proprietary equipment and service protocols. Boosted revenue by in the first year by spearheading development of additional services. Identified inefficiencies and made recommendations for process improvements.
General manager Food Service
Flying J Travel Plaza
01.2003 - 01.2005
- All daily operations of four restaurants, Country Market - full service and buffet, Magic Dragon - Asian Cuisine, Pepperoni's - pizza and a hot and cold deli. P&L, staffing, training, inventory, food safety, product specifications, sales and marketing of the 24-hour operation. Conducted daily pre-shift and weekly departmental meetings to ensure organizational efficiency. Scheduled and directed staff in daily work assignments to maximize productivity. Continually monitored restaurant and took appropriate action to ensure food quality and service standards were consistently met. Exhibited thorough knowledge of foods, beverages, supervisory duties, service techniques, and guest interactions. Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs on a daily basis.
Facility Manager
Travel Centers of America
01.2000 - 01.2002
- All daily operations of 3 restaurants, Divots Grill and Buffet, Subway (held operation license for location until December 2013), and Noble Roman's Pizza, C-Store operations and Fuel Desk Operations. P&L, staffing, training, POS programing, menu development, buffet planning (breakfast, lunch and dinner), inventory, food safety, scheduling, 24-hour operation. Worked closely with the chef and cooks to determine menu plans for special events or occasions. Regularly updated computer systems with new pricing and daily food specials. Consistently obtained the highest rating from the county health department. Initiated negotiations regarding vendor contracts and kept updated records of contracts. Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs on a daily basis.
Education
High School -
Winston Churchill High School
San Antonio, Texas01.1991
Associate Program - Liberal Arts
San Antonio College
San Antonio, Texas01.1992
Skills
- Supervisory Skills – Motivating and Assessing Employees
- Managerial - Leadership 200 employees, P&L, Bookkeeping, Certified Trainer Hiring, Payroll, Inventory and Cost Controls, Routing and Fleet Management
- Health and safety
- Operational efficiency
- Incident investigation
- Environmental compliance
- Chemical handling
- Regulatory compliance
- Delegating work assignments
- Inspecting equipment
- Hazardous waste management
Certification
- ServSafe
- Microsoft Office and Teams
- Food Service Management
- Subway Franchise Licensee
- Commercial Driver’s License
- Forklift Operator License
- Chlorine Gas Certification
- Commercial Applicator License
- OSHA I0
- Advanced Maintenance of Traffic
Timeline
EVS Manager
Sodexo Healthcare @ UF Health
03.2024 - 03.2025
Manager
Whataburger
01.2021 - 03.2024
Environmental Services Director
Watercrest Market Street Memory Care
01.2020 - 01.2021
Director of Environmental Services
Clyde Lassen State Veterans Home
01.2015 - 01.2021
Field Supervisor
Jorgensen Contract Services
01.2014 - 01.2015
General Manager
North East Florida Chemical Corp.
01.2006 - 01.2013
General manager Food Service
Flying J Travel Plaza
01.2003 - 01.2005
Facility Manager
Travel Centers of America
01.2000 - 01.2002
Associate Program - Liberal Arts
San Antonio College
High School -
Winston Churchill High School
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