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Michael Crawford

Houston

Summary

Experienced and compassionate RA dedicated to delivering excellent client care. Known for strong leadership skills and a person-centered approach. Extensive warehouse and restaurant background.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead RA/ Sober Living Manager

Kemah Palms Recovery
05.2024 - Current
  • Supervise and support clients in the Detox unit, ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment.
  • Process new client admissions, including intake documentation, belongings search, and orientation.
  • Provide direct client care, monitor withdrawal symptoms, and report clinical observations to nursing staff.
  • Train and assist other RAs in maintaining facility standards and adherence to company policies.
  • Collaborate with clinical, medical, and administrative teams to promote recovery focused care.
  • Oversee day to day operations of all Sober livings within our program.
  • Supervise and provide support to three other sober living managers to ensure compliance with company policy and recovery standards.
  • Manage and coordinate inventory orders for all four sober living houses, maintaining budget and supply levels.

Merchandiser

National Garden Services
03.2024 - 07.2024
  • Developed and executed merchandise displays to enhance product visibility and drive sales.
  • Collaborated with suppliers to optimize inventory levels and ensure timely product availability.
  • Analyzed consumer trends to inform product selection and positioning strategies.
  • Conducted regular stock audits to maintain inventory accuracy and reduce discrepancies.
  • Maintained all four of my Kroger locations.

Lead Order Selector

Buckhead Meat
03.2023 - 03.2024
  • Operated electric pallet jack, forklift, and reach truck for efficient order selection and warehouse navigation.
  • Conducted quality control checks to ensure product accuracy and compliance with safety standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline order picking processes and improve workflow efficiency.
  • Trained new employees on best practices for selecting, packing, and shipping orders accurately.
  • Prepared all customer orders for selectors before the start of shift.
  • Moved box trucks from the yard to the correct bays and parked them back in the yard when loaded.
  • Loaded pallets accurately into the trucks.
  • Practiced and trained GMP and SQF policies.

Server

Buffalo Wild Wings
12.2022 - 02.2023
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring guest satisfaction and repeat visits.
  • Managed dining area, maintaining cleanliness and organization during peak hours.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and delivery.
  • Trained new servers on menu knowledge and service standards, enhancing team performance.

Server

Olive Garden
10.2022 - 12.2022
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring guest satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Managed multiple tables efficiently, prioritizing tasks in fast-paced environment.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order delivery.
  • Trained and mentored new servers on menu knowledge and service protocols.

Order Selector/ Loader

HEB Distribution Center
08.2020 - 09.2022
  • Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to efficiently move products within warehouse.
  • Selected and organized merchandise for timely order fulfillment, adhering to safety protocols.
  • Conducted inventory checks, ensuring accuracy of stock levels and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Trained new staff on warehouse procedures and equipment operation to enhance team performance.
  • Accurately loaded pallets onto semi trailers.

Lift Truck Operator

Coca Cola Refreshments
07.2012 - 06.2017
  • Operated lift trucks to transport materials within warehouse efficiently.
  • Conducted routine inspections on lift trucks to ensure safety compliance.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize loading and unloading operations.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records through systematic tracking of materials handled using SAP software.
  • Picked pallets from correct slots and loaded them onto trailers.
  • Picked pallets from conveyor lines and placed them in slot bins ensuring accurate counts.


Lumper

Gorden Food Service
05.2011 - 07.2012
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently transport goods within warehouse environment.
  • Sorted and organized incoming shipments for streamlined inventory management.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely loading and unloading of freight.
  • Inspected products for quality assurance before distribution to minimize errors.

General Manager

Dominos's Pizza
02.2008 - 05.2011
  • Directed daily operations to optimize workflow and enhance guest satisfaction.
  • Developed marketing strategies to increase brand visibility and drive customer engagement.
  • Established performance metrics to evaluate employee effectiveness and operational efficiency.
  • Managed all aspects of daily operations, including managing budgets, inventory control, and vendor relations.
  • Addressed customer concerns promptly and professionally, turning potentially negative experiences into positive outcomes.
  • Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions, and deposited establishment's earnings to bank.

Education

GED -

Polk County School Board Of Education
Lakeland, FL

Associate of Applied Science - Substance Abuse Counseling

San Jacinto College
Pasadena, TX
12-2026

Skills

  • Forklift safety certification
  • Experienced with Microsoft Office applications
  • Customer service

Timeline

Lead RA/ Sober Living Manager

Kemah Palms Recovery
05.2024 - Current

Merchandiser

National Garden Services
03.2024 - 07.2024

Lead Order Selector

Buckhead Meat
03.2023 - 03.2024

Server

Buffalo Wild Wings
12.2022 - 02.2023

Server

Olive Garden
10.2022 - 12.2022

Order Selector/ Loader

HEB Distribution Center
08.2020 - 09.2022

Lift Truck Operator

Coca Cola Refreshments
07.2012 - 06.2017

Lumper

Gorden Food Service
05.2011 - 07.2012

General Manager

Dominos's Pizza
02.2008 - 05.2011

GED -

Polk County School Board Of Education

Associate of Applied Science - Substance Abuse Counseling

San Jacinto College