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Joseph Zekaj

Rochester Hills,MI

Summary

Reliable Manager demonstrating high level of ownership and initiative. Possessing exceptional work ethic and desire to go above and beyond to exceed company expectations. Offering knack for building productive working relationships. Successful in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments to manage goals and team development. History of thriving in a team-oriented environment. Adaptable manager offering many years of experience coordinating operations to achieve organizational goals. Communicative team leader with expertise in strategic planning and inventory management. Committed to driving improvements through a willingness to apply myself to all aspects of the business and leadership.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager/Owner/Chef

universal Coney Island
Pontiac, Michigan
05.2019 - Current
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
  • Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
  • Conducted performance reviews for team members.
  • Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
  • Enhanced team member performance through use of strategic and tactical approaches, motivational coaching and training.
  • Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
  • Adjusting to market trends and competitor activity to inform business strategy.
  • Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
  • Negotiated contracts and agreements with vendors and suppliers to reduce costs.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Analyzed customer feedback data to develop action plans for improving services.
  • Managed social media of establishment.
  • Scheduled interviews for potential candidates and conducted reference checks prior to hire.
  • Managed delivery relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
  • Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
  • Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
  • Managed inventory levels to meet demand without overstocking, reducing waste.
  • Preformed opening, closing, shift change, and disturbing wage payments each day.
  • Preformed 50+ hours a week as head Chef/Cook on the line to maintain a consistency and quality of food prepared for customers.
  • Managed 14 team members for this 24/7 business.
  • Covered 12 hour minimum shifts each shift (including overtime weekly)

Landscaper/ Brick mason/Concrete Mason

Home & Commercial Services LLC
Rochester Hills, Michigan
06.2017 - 12.2019
  • Loaded unloaded materials onto trucks for transport to job sites.
  • Trimmed hedges and bushes into desired shapes using pruning shears or hedge trimmers.
  • Maintained irrigation systems by adjusting valves, repairing broken sprinkler heads, and replacing worn/damaged parts.
  • Performed routine maintenance on all types of landscaping equipment.
  • Laid sod pieces over prepared areas of soil in order to establish new lawns.
  • Installed rocks, mulch beds and other decorative elements to enhance the look of landscapes.
  • Assisted in planting trees and shrubs.
  • Created hardscapes such as patios, retaining walls, and walkways using bricks, concrete blocks, and pavers. (With a team and Independent effort)
  • Perform tasks such as creating rebar structures before transporting and pouring concrete.
  • Performed seasonal activities, snow removal, landscaping and lawn mowing and applied fertilizer to plants and foliage.
  • Preformed irrigation project such as, tapering the flow of sprinkler and natural water sources away from home and property. Included digging trenches, manually using an auger for under sideway projects for laying tubing underground, along with refilling, leveling and sodding the landscape.

Window and Door Installer

Clearwater construction LLC
Shelby, Michigan
08.2016 - 10.2017
  • Lifted heavy materials into place during installation process.
  • Secured windows and doors using screws, nails, bolts, and other fasteners.
  • Installed weatherstripping around frames to reduce air infiltration.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss project updates and timelines.
  • Communicated effectively with customers throughout the installation process.
  • Inspected completed installations for accuracy of fitment and workmanship quality.
  • Removed existing windows and doors prior to installation of new ones.
  • Used hand tools such as drills, saws, hammers, levels, tape measures.
  • Checked for level, plumb, and square on all installations.
  • Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
  • Caulked and sealed around windows and doors to ensure weatherproofing.
  • Cut openings in walls as needed for proper fit of windows or doors.
  • Repaired and retrofit doors into existing installations for remodeling projects.
  • Performed skilled carpentry work as part of door installation.
  • Installed single and double residential entry doors and commercial doors, with or without blueprints.
  • Outfitted doors with locks and other security hardware as part of installation process and confirmed proper fit and operation.
  • Worked independently on projects within carpentry team.
  • Measured and marked cut lines on materials using ruler or marking gauge.
  • Installed windows, flooring, or trim using hand or power tools.

Education

High School Diploma -

Rochester Adams Highschool
Rochester Hills, MI
05-2016

High School Diploma -

Oakland School Technical Campus
Pontiac, MI
05-2016

Skills

  • Employee training
  • Strategic planning
  • Performance evaluation
  • Budget management
  • Problem solving
  • Shift scheduling
  • Project planning
  • Leadership development
  • Perfect attendance and arrival at the job site or business
  • Two years of machine shop class creating parts for robotics in high school
  • CAD programming through SolidWorks at technical school in high school

Timeline

Manager/Owner/Chef

universal Coney Island
05.2019 - Current

Landscaper/ Brick mason/Concrete Mason

Home & Commercial Services LLC
06.2017 - 12.2019

Window and Door Installer

Clearwater construction LLC
08.2016 - 10.2017

High School Diploma -

Rochester Adams Highschool

High School Diploma -

Oakland School Technical Campus

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