JOSEPH GRAVES
Bradenton,FL
Summary
Energetic Sales Representative knowledgeable about selling in B2B environments. Leverages exceptional customer relations experience to win new customers. Skilled at demonstrating products, training customers' sales teams and closing sales with tenacious and highly-motivated approach. Talented networker with experience in cold calling,
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Representative
Pursuit Distributors, Inc.
12.2022 - Current
- Created professional sales presentations and seminars to effectively demonstrate product features and competitive advantages.
- Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
- Developed and implemented marketing plans to increase brand awareness and drive sales.
- Generated new leads through networking and attending HVAC industry events.
Kitchen Manager
Michelangelo Pizzeria Cucina
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Created new menu items and enhanced current recipes
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Implemented regular maintenance and repair operations to keep building and equipment in peak condition.
Sous Chef
Resort Lifestyle Communities
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Supervised entire kitchen staff
- Collaborated with vendors to source desired recipe ingredients while maintaining tight cost controls.
- Planned menus and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
Chef De’ Partie
Bradenton Yacht Club
07.2019 - 04.2021
- Assist the Executive Chef with executing scratch kitchen practices that lead to a high level of member satisfaction.
- Collaborate with Executive Chef to cater large banquets, including weddings and holiday events for up to 500.
- Manage kitchen staff in absence of Executive Chef
- Inventory food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Sauté chef/Raw bar
Lucky Pelican Bistro
10.2017 - 06.2019
- Single-handedly operate raw bar and produce high-quality sautéed entrees with proper plate presentation and portions according to restaurant menu and company standards
- Cross-trained at grill, fryer and salad stations
- Complied with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
Education
Professional Culinary Arts & Hospitality -
Manatee Technical College
Bradenton, FL12.2019
Skills
- B2B and B2C Sales
- Customer Service
- Reliable
- Motivated
- Network development
- Lead prospecting
Certification
Serve-safe food handler certificate - Manager certificate
Timeline
Sales Representative
Pursuit Distributors, Inc.
12.2022 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Michelangelo Pizzeria Cucina
02.2022 - 11.2022
Sous Chef
Resort Lifestyle Communities
06.2021 - 11.2021
Chef De’ Partie
Bradenton Yacht Club
07.2019 - 04.2021
Sauté chef/Raw bar
Lucky Pelican Bistro
10.2017 - 06.2019
Professional Culinary Arts & Hospitality -
Manatee Technical College