LeAnder JACKSON
Albany,GA
Summary
Experienced professional excelling in managing operations, training and evaluating staff, coaching employees through feedback and demonstration, and communicating goals. Committed to creating a productive environment that enhances both team dynamics and consumer experiences.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Chili's Bar and Grill
Albany, GA
06.2019 - Current
- Manage business to ensure proper food preparation and service.
- Train and supervise staff in food safety and sanitation standards.
- Order supplies to maintain adequate stock levels for the business.
- Ensure compliance with health regulations, and maintain standards.
- Repair and maintain equipment for proper functionality.
- Oversee daily operations of the business that include guest satisfaction, brand standards, and employee safety.
- Create schedules for staff members.
- Promote a positive work environment for staff members by enabling open communication between team members.
- Interview and hire applicants based on the needs of the business and the applicants' experiences.
Youth Counselor
Boys & Girls Club-Valdosta
Valdosta, Georgia
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Facilitated engaging activities for youth to promote teamwork.
- Monitored behavior and provided positive reinforcement to support healthy development.
- Collaborated with parents to share progress, and address concerns.
- Supervised youth group members to maintain an organized and safe environment.
Cook
Zaxby's Restaurant
Albany, GA
05.2015 - 08.2017
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to restaurant standards.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient kitchen operations.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures for optimal food quality.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations during shifts.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Education
Business Management-Human Resources
Georgia Southwestern State University
Americus, GA12-2026
Associate of Science - Business Management-Human Resource
Albany Technical College
Albany, Georgia, GA05-2021
Skills
- Employee training
- Customer service
- Team building
- Project management
- Conflict resolution
- Inventory management
Affiliations
Boy Scouts of America- Eagle Scout
References
- Kathrine Handwerk (229-343-1663) - Khandwer@phoebehealth.com, Kate.handwerk@gmail.com
- Lewanda Thompson (229-869-1196) - Leathompson11@yahoo.com
- John Price (229-939-0536) - jmprice1313@gmail.com
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Chili's Bar and Grill
06.2019 - Current
Youth Counselor
Boys & Girls Club-Valdosta
08.2017 - 06.2019
Cook
Zaxby's Restaurant
05.2015 - 08.2017
Business Management-Human Resources
Georgia Southwestern State University
Associate of Science - Business Management-Human Resource
Albany Technical College