Dependable professional with excellent time management, equipment operation and teamwork abilities. Knowledgeable about OSHA requirements and general safety practices. Driven to improve efficiency and quality by adhering to company procedures.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Culinary Specialist
Muscogee County School District
Columbus, GA
01.2024 - Current
Planned and prepared meals for large groups of people, using standardized recipes.
Conducted inventory of food items and supplies in order to maintain optimal stock levels.
Developed menus based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
Executed advanced cooking techniques such as braising, roasting, poaching, and sautéing.
Trained kitchen staff on proper knife handling, sanitation procedures, and safety regulations.
Supervised the preparation of food items according to established recipes and standards.
Performed quality control checks on all cooked foods before serving them to customers.
Monitored food production throughout service periods to ensure timely delivery of dishes.
Reviewed weekly orders from suppliers to ensure freshness of ingredients used in dishes.
Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding storage, preparation, and service of food items.
Analyzed recipes for cost efficiency without sacrificing flavor or presentation.
Provided feedback to management regarding menu changes or improvements.
Quality Control Technician
Aludyne
Colubus, Georgia
03.2021 - 05.2024
Monitored production processes for quality control purposes, ensuring that all work is completed according to established standards.
Utilized a variety of measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, gauges and other precision tools.
Verified conformance of parts using statistical sampling techniques.
Assisted with training new Quality Control Technicians on proper procedures for inspecting materials and products.
Participated in continuous improvement activities such as 5S and Kaizen events aimed at improving overall quality levels within the organization.
Assist Quality Manager in establishing, implementing and maintaining the quality management system.
Provided feedback on existing processes in order to develop more efficient methods of performing tasks while still meeting required quality standards.
Vehicle Inspector Analyst
Hyundai Glovis
West Point, GA
11.2018 - 03.2021
Performed visual inspections of vehicle interior and exterior components to detect any damage or defects.
Inspected vehicles for safety and mechanical issues, such as brakes, tires, lights, and fluid levels.
Analyzed results from diagnostic tests to determine the cause of mechanical problems.
Conducted road tests to evaluate performance of the engine, transmission and other major components.
Provided detailed reports on inspection findings to management teams.
Maintained accurate documentation of all inspections performed in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Communicated effectively with management teams regarding inspection results and recommended corrective plans.
Associate /Front End Manager
Food Depot Market
Columbus, GA
06.2016 - 07.2018
Oversaw the performance of a dozen team members.
Operated material handling equipment safely to accurately select, invert, palletize, stage, and load orders without errors or damage for customer delivery.
Directed and resolved customer requests promptly.
Performed periodic inventory checks based on demand.
Conducted training sessions to educate staff on updated department policies.
Enforced long-standing front end protocols.
Contributed to other departmental responsibilities including labor assistance and cash accountability.
Associate/Shift Leader
SUBWAY®Restaurants
Columbus, GA
02.2004 - 04.2016
Oversaw day-to-day shift operations with a focus on maintaining food safety, preparation standards, cleanliness and precise inventory management.
Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Greeted customers and took their orders in a friendly and efficient manner.
Assisted customers with menu selections, answered questions about ingredients, and provided information on pricing.
Operated cash register to process customer payments accurately and efficiently.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Human Resources Management
Columbus Technical College
Columbus, GA
Skills
Issue Escalation
Employee Supervision
Product Inspection
Inspection documentation
Visual inspections
Quality Control
Merchandising Strategies
Budget Planning
Stock control
Customer Service
Problem-solving aptitude
Performance Evaluations
Analytical Thinking
Materials Handling
Forklift Operation
Order Picking
Order pulling and preparation
Quality inspection techniques
Corrective Action Planning
Preventive action planning
Quality Metrics Monitoring
ISO 9001 Knowledge
Work order processing
Certification
Forklift Certified
CPR Certified
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Culinary Specialist
Muscogee County School District
01.2024 - Current
Quality Control Technician
Aludyne
03.2021 - 05.2024
Vehicle Inspector Analyst
Hyundai Glovis
11.2018 - 03.2021
Associate /Front End Manager
Food Depot Market
06.2016 - 07.2018
Associate/Shift Leader
SUBWAY®Restaurants
02.2004 - 04.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Human Resources Management