Matthew Hodges
Clawson,MI
Summary
Reliable, quality-focused Executive Chef and former Superintendent seeking full-time employment. Offer hands-on supervisor skills gained through 8 years experience as a crew leader for Clawson Water Department, 6 years experience as Assistant Superintendent of Public Works, 6 months experience as Acting Superintendent of Public Works, with no Assistant Superintendent to aid in job responsibilities, and 2 years’ 8 months’ experience as Superintendent of Public Works and 6 months’ Director of Engineering. Strong knowledge of water & sewer systems, buildings & grounds, snow removal, maintenance, tools, equipment, and motor pool.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Chuck Tacoma LLC/Downtown Charlie’s
Clawson, MI
09.2021 - Current
Superintendent, Department of Public Works
City of Clawson
Clawson, MI
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Plans, organizes, and directs special projects and standard operations of the department
- Coordinates with other departments to ensure the highest customer service and efficiency standards are achieved and a continuous process of improvement occurs
- Works closely with the City Manager to ensure the goals of the City Council are advanced and their policies implemented
- Identifies and implements strategies for improving operations, procedures, and administrative practices
- Makes recommendations on policy and ordinance issues
- Responds to questions, concerns, and complaints of residents
- Meets with property owners, developers, business owners, and other interested parties to facilitate the resolution of difficult customer service issues
- Researches and recommends technology systems and solutions
- Identifies technological advances and software updates to improve efficiency and integration
- Hires, trains, evaluates, mentors, and proactively manages departmental staff, initiating disciplinary and discharge proceedings as necessary
- Identifies training requirements and implements comprehensive safety programs
- Oversees staff and operations associated with water billing, water and sewer system maintenance, motor pool equipment maintenance, building/grounds, local and major roads, parks and forestry, contracted solid waste collection, and contracted engineering services
- Participates in site plan reviews, inspects public right of ways, issues associated permits, and inspects private projects impacting utilities
- Evaluate City-wide infrastructure, buildings, and properties
- Prepares maintenance, repair, and replacement schedules
- Prepares and administers annual operating and capital budgets for all areas of responsibility, including five-year and twenty-year capital improvement plans
- Reviews and approves expenditure requests and executes purchases according to established purchasing procedures
- Develops specifications for motor equipment and other specialized tool purchases
- Research grant opportunities and alternative funding mechanisms
- Prepares grant applications, maintains related records, and prepares reports
- Develops, implements, and enforces departmental policies and procedures
- Assists with labor negotiations, addresses formal grievances according to contract requirements, and administers labor contracts
- Remains abreast of current trends and developments in the field of expertise and prepares recommendations on related policy
- Thorough knowledge of the practices, methods, tools, and equipment used in constructing, maintaining, repairing, and rebuilding city infrastructure, utility systems, and facilities
- Thorough knowledge of safety procedures and precautions involved in equipment operation, public works operations, and OSHA standards
- Knowledge and background in emergency management and response
- Ability to coordinate multiple tasks, adjust to changing priorities, and work within deadlines
- Ability to make effective presentations in a public setting.
Education
School of Engineering/Chemical Engineering -
Michigan Technological University
01.1999
Clawson High School
01.1996
Skills
- Reliable
- Quality-focused
- Hands-on supervisor
- Water & sewer systems
- Buildings & grounds
- Snow removal
- Maintenance
- Organizes
- Efficiency
- Safety programs
- Water billing
- Infrastructure evaluation
- Budgeting
- Purchasing
- Grant applications
- Labor negotiations
- Emergency management
- OSHA standards
- Multitasking
- Deadline management
- Effective presentations
- Restaurant Operations
- Food Stock and Supply Management
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Menu Planning
- Customer Service
- Team Leadership
- Order Management
- Catering
- Kitchen Staff Management
- Sanitation Guidelines
- Food Prep Planning
- Hiring, Training, and Development
- Safe Food Handling
- Budgeting and cost control
- BOH Operations
- Attention to Detail
- ServSafe Certification
- Workflow Optimization
- Recipe creation
- Special Events
- Recipe Development
- Equipment Maintenance
- Kitchen Management
- Staff Training
- Waste Reduction
- Food Safety
- Delegating Work
- Creative Thinking
- Dish preparation
- Mentoring
- Strong Work Ethic
References
- Reese Scripture, 148 Park Drive, Clawson, MI, 48107, 616-890-9163
- Craig Nichols, 248-421-9163
- Ben Phillips, Farmington Hills, MI, 248-425-4692
Timeline
Executive Chef
Chuck Tacoma LLC/Downtown Charlie’s
09.2021 - Current
Superintendent, Department of Public Works
City of Clawson
05.2019 - 08.2021
School of Engineering/Chemical Engineering -
Michigan Technological University
Clawson High School
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