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Justin Walega

Cookout Restaurant
Warner Robins,GA
10
years of professional experience

Dedicated crew trainer experienced in mentoring new hires and modeling best practices in food safety and customer service. Known for maintaining operational efficiency and supporting team dynamics during peak hours.

Work History

Crew Trainer

9 Years 10 Months
Cookout Restaurant | 10.2016 - Current
  • Train New Hires: Guide new employees step-by-step through station procedures, including the front counter, drive-thru, grill, and food prep areas using company training materials.
  • Model Standards: Demonstrate proper food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and customer service techniques.
  • Perform Regular Operations: Work standard shifts taking orders, operating POS systems, cooking, and cleaning when active training sessions are complete.
  • Provide Feedback: Evaluate trainee progress, correct procedural errors constructively, and report performance issues to shift managers.
  • Support the Team: Assist managers by keeping staff on task, maintaining stock levels, and encouraging efficient workflow during peak hours.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Experience: Proven work history as a quick-service restaurant crew member with mastery of all store stations.
  • Communication: Clear verbal communication skills and a patient, approachable attitude for teaching others.
  • Knowledge: Strong grasp of health regulations, safety rules, and point-of-sale (POS) systems.
  • Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods, move quickly in a fast-paced environment, and lift up to 20 pounds

Stocker

1 Year 11 Months
Academy Warehouse | 10.2023 - 09.2025
  • Organized stock shelves to ensure efficient product accessibility.
  • Assisted in inventory management, maintaining accurate stock levels.
  • Collaborated with team members to restock items during peak hours.
  • Operated warehouse equipment safely to facilitate efficient stocking processes.
  • Trained new staff on stocking procedures and safety protocols.
  • Conducted regular audits of stock levels to support operational efficiency.
  • Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.

Education

High School Diploma

Houston County High School | Bonaire, GA | 05.2008

Skills

Customer service
Employee training
Cash handling
Team leadership
Workplace safety
Safe food handling
Coaching and mentoring
Team leadership and supervision

Timeline

Stocker

Academy Warehouse
10.2023 - 09.2025Read More

Crew Trainer

Cookout Restaurant
10.2016 - CurrentRead More

Houston County High School

High School Diploma
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Justin Walega