Joshua Yeager
Springfield,MO
Summary
Efficient Food Runner known for high productivity and ability to complete tasks swiftly. Possess specialized skills in order accuracy, timely food delivery, and maintaining cleanliness standards. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring smooth operation in fast-paced environments. Punctual professional experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook, Food Runner
Mercy Hospital Springfield
Springfield, MO
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Handled advanced thawing and properly cooled food according to safe serve specifications.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Requested supplies and equipment orders, explaining needs to managers.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
Warehouse Order Puller
Timken / Penmac
Springfield, MO
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Visually assessed materials for conformance to quality standards and shipping orders, removing nonconforming products and reporting for further action.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
Outfitter
Bass Pro Distribution Center / Penmac
Springfield, MO
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Placed products on conveyors for final wrapping and shipment.
- Received incoming product deliveries and relocated to storage shelves, coolers, or bins.
- Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
- Assisted in the completion of paperwork associated with hazmat shipments.
- Checked items into computer system, printed labels and directed to storage locations.
Logistics Associate
Stuart C Irby Electric Supply / Temp agency
Baton Rouge, LA
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, ensuring secure and damage-free handling.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
- Facilitated efficient movement of products by expertly handling forklift operations.
- Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning operation of material handling equipment.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
- Loaded, unloaded, and stored goods using forklifts.
- Implemented cost-effective methods, carriers, and routes to optimize shipping and receiving strategies.
- Directed warehouse team in stocking merchandise, pulling orders and setting up loads.
- Maintained inventory control system to ensure accurate tracking of all shipped items.
Journeyman Apprentice
Peddlers Fire and Prevention
Walker, LA
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Fabricate parts out of metal sheeting when required.
- Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Identified potential hazards and enforced safety protocols at scenes to prevent injuries.
- Repaired or replaced faulty components found during inspections or testing.
Construction Crew Leader
Stella Grace LLC
Saint Petersburg, FL
10.2016 - 07.2020
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Utilized electrical, plumbing and HVAC expertise to complete projects and adhere to timelines.
- Assisted electrical, plumbing and carpentry teams by completing basic and semi-skilled work.
- Logged inventory to track supply counts, organize equipment, and gather important materials.
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of a construction crew.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Developed strong working relationships with subcontractors hired for specific projects.
Education
Associate of Science - Sports Management
Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OHSkills
- Grilling
- Cooking
- Food safety oversight
- Dish preparation
- Food presentation
- Surface cleaning
- Contamination prevention
- Recipe-based cooking
- Order prioritization
- Food handling
Certification
- Certified Forklift Operator
- ServSafe Food Handler Certification
- U.S. Army Leadership Courses
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cook, Food Runner
Mercy Hospital Springfield
09.2024 - 12.2024
Outfitter
Bass Pro Distribution Center / Penmac
08.2023 - 02.2024
Warehouse Order Puller
Timken / Penmac
07.2023 - 08.2024
Logistics Associate
Stuart C Irby Electric Supply / Temp agency
06.2022 - 02.2023
Journeyman Apprentice
Peddlers Fire and Prevention
08.2021 - 02.2022
Construction Crew Leader
Stella Grace LLC
10.2016 - 07.2020
Associate of Science - Sports Management
Shawnee State University