Joshua Adair
Fort Collins,CO
Summary
Experienced professional with solid background in foodservice. Offers excellent track record of tackling various tasks to support kitchen and wait staff. Demonstrates genuine hospitality to establish rapport with patrons and deliver memorable experiences.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Server
Mackenzie Place Retirement Community
Fort Collins
02.2024 - Current
- Coordinated meal service to meet residents' dietary needs and preferences.
- Managed cleanliness and organization of dining area during meal services.
- Communicated resident feedback to kitchen staff for menu enhancements.
- Resolved resident concerns swiftly to improve overall dining experience.
- Oversaw opening and closing operations to ensure smooth restaurant functioning.
- Led a team of six servers, delegating tasks for timely service delivery.
- Collaborated with management to organize special functions and events.
- Trained new employees on table setting, menu knowledge, and customer service techniques.
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Tree Early Childhood Learning Center
Fort Collins, CO
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Supervised children during activities, ensuring safe play environments.
- Assisted educators in executing lesson plans and engaging students effectively.
- Supported daily routines, including meals and hygiene practices for children.
- Organized educational materials while maintaining cleanliness in classrooms.
- Monitored behavioral issues and applied appropriate guidance strategies.
- Encouraged positive social interactions to develop teamwork skills among children.
- Communicated progress and needs effectively with parents and guardians.
- Maintained accurate records of daily attendance and related information.
Contracting Assistant
Brick Imaging
Fort Collins, CO
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Managed contract documentation and maintained accurate filing systems.
- Coordinated vendor and project team communications to facilitate workflow.
- Prepared detailed reports on contract statuses for stakeholder updates.
- Supported contract negotiations by gathering essential information.
- Monitored ongoing contracts to ensure timely delivery of services and products.
- Mixed paint and coatings per specifications for optimal application.
- Applied paint using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment across various surfaces.
- Maintained tools and equipment in clean, safe working condition daily.
Crew Member
Culvers Franchising System
Fort Collins , CO
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Assisted team members during peak hours to ensure smooth operations.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during service hours.
- Followed health and safety regulations in food handling practices.
- Provided excellent customer service to maintain a positive atmosphere for guests.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Maintained organized storage areas for food products, beverages and restaurant supplies.
- Followed all safety guidelines while operating equipment such as slicers, fryers and ovens.
- Monitored quality of food served to ensure it met company standards for presentation and temperature.
Adair Transportation
Adair Transportation
Fort Collins, CO
05.2020 - 09.2021
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Repaired engines, transmissions, and various vehicle components with precision.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on diverse vehicle models to ensure optimal performance.
- Maintained organized workspace to uphold safety compliance standards.
- Documented repair processes and parts used for effective inventory management.
- Inspected and serviced brakes, exhaust systems, and other critical vehicle components as needed.
- Replaced faulty wiring harnesses to restore electrical system functionality.
- Researched parts availability from vendors to facilitate timely repairs.
Education
GED -
Ridgeview
Fort Collins, CO05-2023
Skills
- Meal coordination and event organization
- Team leadership and staff training
- Customer service and effective communication
- Food safety compliance
- Time management and workplace organization
- Task delegation
Timeline
Lead Server
Mackenzie Place Retirement Community
02.2024 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Tree Early Childhood Learning Center
10.2023 - 05.2024
Contracting Assistant
Brick Imaging
01.2023 - 02.2024
Crew Member
Culvers Franchising System
12.2021 - 10.2022
Adair Transportation
Adair Transportation
05.2020 - 09.2021
GED -
Ridgeview
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