Kymani Joseph
Suitland,MD
Summary
Hello,
My name is Kymani i was born on the island of St.Lucia. I’m a goal oriented person with many long term & short term goals that I would like to start accomplishing at my age. Heres a little glimpse on how i think “when i come into work i work to gain knowledge because pay is temporary”.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Entry-Level Automotive Technician
DARCARS Chrysler Jeep Dodge
Waldorf, Maryland
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Maintained a clean working environment at all times.
- Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications by replacing worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs.
- Followed established guidelines for troubleshooting and diagnosing various types of automotive systems.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning quality control standards.
- Conducted scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, tune-ups, and filter replacements.
- Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
- Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.
- Operated a variety of shop equipment safely and efficiently.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Cooperated with other technicians from different disciplines to achieve optimal integration.
Warehouse Assistant
SYSCO Food Services
Landover, Maryland
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Utilized barcode scanner to accurately track all goods entering or leaving the warehouse.
- Cross-checked order forms against actual products received or sent out for accuracy.
- Received and processed incoming orders, ensuring accuracy of information.
- Used hand pallet truck to transport heavy material within the facility.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate product delivery schedules.
- Organized warehouse racks to ensure efficient storage of goods.
- Ensured compliance with company policies regarding proper storage of hazardous materials.
- Organized materials on pallets according to size, weight, and type of item.
- Maintained a clean work area in the warehouse, keeping it free from dust and dirt.
- Followed safety guidelines while operating machinery in the facility.
- Packed goods for shipment, including labeling boxes and preparing shipping documents.
- Organized incoming inventory to fit with optimal storage plans and maintain retrieval efficiency.
- Marked and labeled containers with accurate shipping information to prevent delays.
- Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Assembled cartons, crates, and containers to prepare for shipping.
- Identified defective, incorrect, or missing merchandise and promptly reported to supervisor.
Busser
Yard House
Washington, DC
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Organized storage areas for clean dishes and stocked linens.
- Stocked ice buckets, water pitchers, wine glasses or other bar items as needed.
- Maintained cleanliness of restaurant dining area throughout shift.
- Provided assistance to other bussers or waitstaff when needed.
- Communicated with kitchen staff regarding any special requests from customers.
- Bussed and reset tables in an orderly fashion.
- Performed daily side work such as polishing silverware, folding napkins and restocking condiments.
- Took initiative to help others whenever necessary.
- Ensured that each table was properly set before seating guests.
- Adhered to sanitation guidelines when handling food and beverage items.
- Conducted regular checks on customer satisfaction levels during meal service.
- Provided quick and efficient clearing of tables between courses.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding orders placed by customers.
- Replenished napkins, condiments, silverware and glassware as needed.
- Followed all safety regulations while carrying heavy trays or dishes to the kitchen.
- Maintained a friendly attitude towards customers at all times.
- Greeted customers and answered questions about menu items.
- Delivered food orders to tables in a timely manner according to company standards.
- Greeted customers to seat patrons at tables according to availability and customer preferences.
- Maintained stock and cleanliness of stations for meal periods with silverware, linens and condiments.
- Followed safety and sanitation guidelines in accordance with local health regulations.
- Observed tables to tend to guest needs and identify customer service opportunities.
- Notified manager of issues with equipment or breakage.
- Went above and beyond expectations by helping with various tasks to support teammates and provide customer service.
- Cleared tables to maintain high turnover rate and minimize wait times.
- Carried food, dishes, trays, or silverware from kitchens or supply departments to serving counters.
- Restocked condiments and drink station supplies to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Ensured all tables were clean and ready for new customers, maintaining a hygienic dining environment.
- Transported bus tubs and carts to and from the kitchen, facilitating effective dishwashing processes.
Room Attendant
Days Inn Hotel
Laurel, MD
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted other departments with special projects when asked by the supervisor or manager.
- Responded quickly to guest requests for additional items or services within scope of service offered by the hotel.
- Followed safety procedures while handling cleaning products and operating equipment like vacuum cleaners.
- Ensured that all appliances were in proper working order by testing them regularly.
- Delivered items requested by guests such as extra pillows or blankets in a timely manner.
- Inspected vacant rooms for repairs or renovations needed before assigning them to new guests.
- Checked for damage to walls or furniture and reported any issues to the supervisor.
- Cleaned guest rooms and bathrooms to ensure they met hotel standards, including dusting surfaces, vacuuming carpets, mopping floors, changing bed linens, and restocking bathroom supplies.
- Stocked linen closets with fresh supplies of sheets, towels and other linens as required.
- Attended regular training sessions conducted by supervisors on topics related to hospitality industry standards.
- Reported lost-and-found items promptly to the supervisor or manager on duty.
- Replenished amenities in guest rooms such as soap, shampoo, writing materials, and towels.
- Replenished each guest room with water glasses, toiletries and paper products.
- Locked guest rooms after performing housekeeping services and maintained complete security.
Grocery Team Member
Amazon grocery
Washington
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Adhered to safety policies while operating equipment such as hand truck or pallet jack.
- Performed weekly inventory counts of stocked items and reported discrepancies to management team.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, ads, coupons in order to answer customer inquiries accurately.
- Verified that all incoming shipments were accurate according to purchase orders.
- Handled returns promptly and professionally while adhering to company policies.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise and rotated products to ensure freshness.
- Checked expiration dates on food items regularly to ensure quality standards were met.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers, responding to inquiries, and resolving complaints in a professional manner.
- Received and stocked merchandise in a timely manner.
- Followed proper procedure when dealing with hazardous materials such as chemicals or cleaning supplies.
- Picked up boxes and related trash from sales floor.
- Observed strict safety measures while stocking shelves to prevent falls and mishaps.
- Checked shelves in department to determine replenishment needs.
- Removed product from boxes and placed on shelves according to merchandising guidelines.
- Updated pricing and sales signs to promote merchandise.
- Identified and quickly handled spill clean-up.
- Assisted customers with product, promotion, and policy information.
- Packed products into designated boxes, taking care to protect items from damage or shifting during transport.
- Tracked outgoing orders to provide shipping status to customers.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
- Packed and unpacked items, checking breakables before stocking on shelves.
- Received and counted stock items, recording data manually or on computer for inventory purposes.
Overnight Stocker
Whole Food Market
Washington, District Of Columbia
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Reported any damaged goods or out-of-date items immediately to management personnel.
- Built promotional displays for featured products in accordance with corporate marketing plans.
- Rotated and faced product displays for optimal visual appeal.
- Stocked shelves with products based on customer demand and sales trends.
- Ordered additional stock when needed from vendors or suppliers to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
- Adhered to safety protocols while unloading shipments from delivery trucks.
- Assisted customers in locating desired items within the store.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure maximum efficiency in stocking shelves.
- Operated cash registers accurately when assisting customers at checkout lanes.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles to maintain inventory.
- Assessed floor displays to restock merchandise.
- Pulled items from stock using lift equipment and added to shelves or bins.
- Identified and quickly handled spill clean-up.
- Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
- Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
- Palletized merchandise for easy movement to sales floor locations.
- Faced products on shelves and displays to meet company policies.
- Moved and rebuilt shelves, racks and displays to increase visibility of merchandise.
- Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport.
- Stored and organized items in tool or supply rooms, allowing for easy retrieval.
Sales Associate
Advanced Auto Parts
Hyattsville, Maryland
05.2019 - 10.2019
- Processed credit card transactions quickly and securely.
- Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
- Provided customers with technical advice regarding parts information and availability.
- Processed returns, exchanges, and refunds in a timely manner.
- Created purchase orders for new parts when needed by vendors or suppliers.
- Assisted customers with product selection based on their needs.
- Received customer orders and placed them into the system for processing.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed while handling hazardous materials.
- Coordinated shipping arrangements for outbound orders as needed.
- Inspected and verified incoming parts for accuracy against invoices, delivery notes, and packing slips.
Food Service Worker
Dunkin' Donuts
Washington
05.2018 - 10.2018
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up workstations with necessary supplies.
- Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators and heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Organized take-out orders for customers who requested them.
- Followed established cash handling procedures when collecting payment from customers.
- Delivered food orders promptly and accurately to guests tables.
- Assisted with unloading deliveries from suppliers into storage areas.
- Assisted with inventory management and restocking supplies as needed.
- Served meals to customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Prevented spoilage and cross-contamination by storing food in designated containers and storage areas.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Monitored inventory to keep adequate stock of food items and supplies.
- Followed staff performance and service standards to deliver consistent and positive customer experiences.
- Filled and served various beverages for customers.
- Welcomed and thanked guests to demonstrate appreciation for patronage.
- Explained food preparation methods and ingredients to enable patrons with food allergies to make educated decisions.
- Rotated inventory to reduce waste and optimize freshness.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
Education
Trade - HVAC
Job Corps
Laurel, MD06-2027
High School Diploma -
Northwestern High School
Hyattsville, Maryland05-2018
Skills
- Problem solving
- Safety protocols and procedures
- OSHA regulation compliance
- Managing parts
- Pallet jack operation
- Cashier support
- Warehouse safety
- Able to lift [number] lbs
- Stocking shelves
- Product labeling
- Warehouse operations
- Cross-training
- Heavy lifting
- Workplace cleanliness
- Team Oriented
- Customer service expert
Certification
- Certified Audio Engineer
Timeline
Entry-Level Automotive Technician
DARCARS Chrysler Jeep Dodge
12.2023 - 06.2024
Warehouse Assistant
SYSCO Food Services
03.2023 - 09.2023
Busser
Yard House
01.2022 - 05.2022
Room Attendant
Days Inn Hotel
09.2021 - 12.2021
Grocery Team Member
Amazon grocery
09.2020 - 01.2021
Overnight Stocker
Whole Food Market
12.2019 - 06.2020
Sales Associate
Advanced Auto Parts
05.2019 - 10.2019
Food Service Worker
Dunkin' Donuts
05.2018 - 10.2018
Trade - HVAC
Job Corps
High School Diploma -
Northwestern High School