Michael Brockman
Savona,NY
Summary
Adaptable Day Porter with proven leadership skills in maintenance positions. Dependable professional skilled at eliminating potential hazards from facilities. Documented coordinating multiple, concurrent projects within deadlines.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Porter
Golden City Janitorial
Binghamton, New York
07.2020 - Current
- Greeted customers and provided assistance with their needs.
- Assisted in unloading merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Cleaned and maintained the store, including dusting, mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, and restroom maintenance.
- Organized storage areas to maximize efficiency and promote a neat appearance.
- Collected shopping carts from parking lot area and returned them inside the store entrance.
- Checked expiration dates on food items prior to stocking shelves.
- Operated forklift safely while loading and unloading merchandise onto truck beds.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to inquiries or complaints.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to all safety protocols.
Short Order Cook
Stephanies Family Restaurant
Bath, NY
11.2020 - 06.2024
- Prepared and cooked food items such as sandwiches, salads, hamburgers, french fries, fried chicken, and other menu items according to established recipes.
- Stocked refrigerators with meats, cheeses and condiments for use in preparing short order meals.
- Checked temperatures of freezers, grills and fryers to ensure safe operation.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas by sweeping and mopping floors; washing walls; cleaning shelves, tables and equipment.
- Ordered food supplies from vendors when necessary to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Inspected all kitchen equipment for proper functioning before each shift.
- Ensured that all foods were stored properly at the appropriate temperature levels.
- Monitored quality of food served during meal periods to determine if adjustments needed to be made in preparation or presentation methods.
- Followed safety policies and procedures while operating kitchen equipment such as grills, ovens and fryers.
- Cooked large batches of food quickly while following instructions accurately.
- Kept track of inventory levels of ingredients used in cooking process in order to minimize wastefulness.
- Adhered to health department regulations regarding sanitation standards throughout the kitchen area.
- Assisted in developing new recipes for menu items as requested by management team.
- Weighed out portions of ingredients prior to cooking process in order to maintain consistency among orders.
- Conducted regular maintenance on kitchen equipment including deep-frying units, stoves, griddles and dishwashers.
- Performed routine cleaning tasks such as sanitizing countertops and wiping down surfaces after use.
- Assisted other cooks during peak hours by taking orders from customers or helping plate dishes for service.
- Replenished buffet lines with additional hot or cold dishes when needed throughout the day.
- Trained new employees on the proper use of kitchen tools and techniques related to short order cooking.
- Discarded expired products according to safety guidelines set forth by local health department regulations.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Prepared quality food and labeled, dated and covered items to preserve freshness.
- Portioned out food to specifications to prevent waste.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
- Utilized first in, first out method to cycle through stock and keep food fresher.
- Followed designated recipes as outlined by company.
- Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
- Adhered to designated guidelines for food preparation as outlined by company.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Assisted in preparation of menu items ranging from burgers to sandwiches.
- Produced small to large batches of food items using full range of cooking techniques.
- Set up food plating line for quick and smooth flow.
- Monitored quality control in kitchen area and when ordering food and supplies.
- Safely operated ovens, grills, and other kitchen equipment to minimize accidents.
- Sanitized workstation before and after shift to prevent illness and food contamination.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Set up work stations prior to restaurant opening to improve speed during busy periods.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Garnished and arranged plated meals.
- Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
- Chopped, diced and sliced ingredients for stir-fries, salads and appetizers.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
Buffer/Detail Specialist
Goodrich Auto Works
Bath, NY
09.2020 - 08.2022
- Set up and adjusted buffer size, speed, and feed rate to ensure optimal performance of the machine.
- Performed regular maintenance on buffers such as cleaning parts, checking for worn or broken components, and lubricating moving parts.
- Monitored buffer operations to detect malfunctions and took corrective action when necessary.
- Inspected finished products to ensure that they met quality standards.
- Adjusted cutting tools, work-holding devices, tool guides, and machine stops according to product specifications.
- Loaded materials into machines for buffing operations by following established procedures.
- Operated buffers in accordance with safety regulations and guidelines set forth by the company.
- Calibrated buffer equipment using gauges, calipers, micrometers. to ensure accuracy of results.
- Kept detailed records of production output including quantity produced, scrap rates, downtime information.
- Replaced worn or broken components on buffers using hand tools such as wrenches and screwdrivers.
- Maintained a clean working environment around buffers at all times to promote safety in the workplace.
- Read blueprints or job orders to determine product specifications such as dimensions or tolerances.
- Assisted other workers with loading materials onto buffers when needed.
- Checked raw material stock levels prior to beginning buffing operations.
- Cleaned buffing wheels regularly to maintain their effectiveness.
- Ensured that all safety guards were in place before operating buffers.
- Reported any damage or malfunction of machinery immediately to supervisors.
- Smoothed final surfaces by removing excess mortar and finishing joints.
- Achieved specified finishes by operating buffing, grinding and polishing machinery.
- Completed assigned work ahead of schedule consistently and with excellent quality scores.
- Followed written machinery procedures consistently to achieve uniform results.
- Maintained safe, efficient and prepared polishing center to support fabrication department.
- Worked with grinding, polishing and cutting tools to give products smooth finish.
- Prepared surfaces for work to be performed by removing surface imperfections.
- Maintained quality control by inspecting products and correcting deficiencies.
- Used forklifts and overhead cranes to move materials and completed work.
- Filed grooved, contoured and irregular surfaces of metal objects to meet blueprint specifications.
- Attended meetings to discuss project progress and modifications.
- Investigated any issues identified in the inspection process.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing inspections.
- Cleaned cars both externally and internally by hand or with use of automated equipment.
- Washed wide range of vehicles each day.
- Vacuumed vehicle interiors to remove loose dirt and debris.
- Inspected vehicle to verify pristine appearance for customer.
- Cleaned upholstery, rugs and other surfaces with cleaning agents to remove dirt and debris.
- Waxed exterior of vehicles, removed compound with soft cloth and buffed to brilliant shine.
- Checked vehicles prior to service and immediately afterward to identify damages.
- Removed minor flaws in refinish using sanding and buffing.
- Utilized special-purpose cleaners to foster lasting cleanliness of vehicles.
- Maintained cleanliness and presentation of stockroom and organized chemical racks by size, style and color for visual appeal.
- Executed engine detailing to remove grime and improve appearance.
- Kept detailed records of services performed on each vehicle for billing and tracking purposes.
- Conducted thorough interior and exterior cleaning and detailing of vehicles to enhance appearance.
- Customized detailing services based on vehicle condition and customer requests.
- Utilized steam cleaners and vacuums for deep cleaning of carpets, upholstery, and other surfaces.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure efficient operations.
- Removed stickers and decals from vehicle exteriors without damaging paint.
- Applied waxes, sealants, and protective coatings to preserve paint and interior surfaces.
- Polished vehicle exteriors to remove scratches and swirl marks, restoring shine.
- Employed high-pressure wash systems for pre-cleaning and final rinse-off.
- Detailed wheels, tires, and undercarriage to remove dirt and brake dust.
- Cleaned and polished vehicle windows.
- Applied waxes or masking materials to vehicles to preserve, protect or restore color or condition.
- Drove vehicles to or from workshops or customer workplaces or homes.
- Swept, shoveled or vacuumed debris or salvageable scrap into containers and removed from work areas.
- Rinsed objects and placed on drying racks or used cloths, squeegees or air compressors to dry surfaces.
- Connected hoses or lines to pumps or other equipment.
Skills
- Baggage checking
- Dusting furniture
- Inventory maintenance
- Site inspections
- Safety protocols
- Hand tool expertise
- Heavy lifting
- Supply stocking and organization
- Interpersonal skills
- Initiative and Self-motivation
- Power tool expertise
- Worksite safety
- Trash pickup
- Running errands
- Problem-solving
- Strong work ethic
- Floor maintenance
- General labor
- Janitorial duties
- Punctual and dependable
- Vehicle maintenance
- Customer service
- Power tools
Timeline
Short Order Cook
Stephanies Family Restaurant
11.2020 - 06.2024
Buffer/Detail Specialist
Goodrich Auto Works
09.2020 - 08.2022
Porter
Golden City Janitorial
07.2020 - Current