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Josh Cannon

Dallas

Summary

With a diverse background in management along with my combination of versatility, and technical training experience makes me the ideal applicant to lead your team. My expertise entail executing, evaluating and improving various training programs as well as analyzing information systems to build stronger teams. In addition, I am a quick study and enjoy cross-training my teams. Experience and an outgoing personality has enabled me to successfully encourage an environment of excellence through open-door policies, competitive motivation and high standard practices while still maintaining a jovial and customer-friendly atmosphere.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

Andrades Trucking
08.2024 - Current
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
  • Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.

C.E.O

Blynair Clothing
02.2009 - Current
  • Providing comfortable and fashionable clothing for men and women
  • Over seeing Marketing, sales, promo products, events and all out direction of company

Janitorial Lead

Revolving Kitchen
04.2024 - 01.2025
  • Improved facility cleanliness by developing and implementing effective janitorial procedures.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with consistently thorough attention to detail in all assigned areas.
  • Ensured prompt response to emergency situations, minimizing downtime and potential hazards.
  • Streamlined inventory management with systematic organization of cleaning supplies and equipment.

Field Worker

TDCJ
03.2022 - 09.2023
  • Enhanced team collaboration through clear communication and mutual support during field tasks.
  • Weeded, thinned and pruned crops to encourage good growth.
  • Reduced safety incidents by conducting thorough equipment inspections and following established safety protocols.
  • Maintained high levels of physical fitness required for demanding fieldwork activities such as extended hikes or heavy lifting.

Bartender/server

Ghengis Grill
02.2021 - 03.2022
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.

Cashier Team Lead

Murphy USA
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
  • Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
  • Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.

Head Cook

Chilis's Bar and Grill
10.2018 - 01.2019
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, meeting or exceeding health department requirements.
  • Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.

Assembly Line Worker

Smith System
06.2017 - 07.2018
  • Met daily production quotas by working effectively within a fast-paced assembly line environment.
  • Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and ensure seamless workflow on the assembly line.
  • Stocked and replenished parts used on assembly line to maintain consistent supply and inventory.
  • Contributed to a positive work atmosphere, fostering strong relationships with colleagues while maintaining professionalism and focus on tasks at hand.
  • Contributed to improved workplace safety by consistently following proper operating procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment.

General Manger

Chombo's Soulfood Cuisine
03.2013 - 09.2016
  • Leading a team to provide excellent customer service and food while building and maintaining a crew schedule
  • Interviewing and training new hires
  • Monitor and evaluating employees performance while implementing the company policies and procedures
  • Providing monthly reviews, over seeing inventory/truck orders, food preparation and cleanliness and hygiene management

Head Banquet Cook

Jags Catering
02.2011 - 07.2013
  • Managed kitchen operations over seeing preparation and presentation of all food for catered events
  • Responsible for all kitchen operations and training staff of 12 employees

Education

Entrepreneurial Studies

Baylor University
Waco, TX
06.2023

BS - Business Administration

Eastfield Community College
Dallas, TX
01.2013

High School Diploma -

Forney High School
Forney, TX
01.2004

Skills

  • Effective decision making
  • Operational excellence
  • Customer focus
  • Strategic visioning
  • Client relationship building
  • Negotiation
  • Relationship and team building
  • Leadership and people development

Timeline

Truck Driver

Andrades Trucking
08.2024 - Current

Janitorial Lead

Revolving Kitchen
04.2024 - 01.2025

Field Worker

TDCJ
03.2022 - 09.2023

Bartender/server

Ghengis Grill
02.2021 - 03.2022

Head Cook

Chilis's Bar and Grill
10.2018 - 01.2019

Cashier Team Lead

Murphy USA
09.2018 - 09.2019

Assembly Line Worker

Smith System
06.2017 - 07.2018

General Manger

Chombo's Soulfood Cuisine
03.2013 - 09.2016

Head Banquet Cook

Jags Catering
02.2011 - 07.2013

C.E.O

Blynair Clothing
02.2009 - Current

BS - Business Administration

Eastfield Community College

High School Diploma -

Forney High School

Entrepreneurial Studies

Baylor University
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