Michael Ford
Belmar,USA
Summary
Diligent and charismatic customer service, with solid history in troubleshooting and maintaining complex systems. Working at the Brewers got a good rundown and introductory education to brew process, intimately familiar with local beers and brands / flavor profiles and difference in hop textures. Consistently ensured optimal operation of equipment, leading to significant improvements in efficiency and reliability. Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving and technical diagnostics.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technician
Count Basie Theatre
04.2022 - Current
- To be a stage hand and perform tasks such as lighting, carpentry, and backstage utility during the production process of plays and musicals
Wolfdog Expert
Howling Woods Farm
08.2020 - Current
- The responsibilities are to feed, maintain, clean, and oversee the veterinary needs of all farm animals
- During weekends this includes conducting educational tours and working with other staff members on outside carpentry projects
Brewmaster
Brewers Apprentice
10.2016 - Current
- My job was to ensure the brewing and oversight of several kettles of beer and oversee the fermentation and production process of wine and mead
- I also handled all receptionist duties and was put in charge of handling carefully measured recipes
- Consistently met production deadlines through effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Streamlined brewing processes to improve efficiency and reduce waste, resulting in cost savings.
- Enhanced beer quality by implementing rigorous quality control measures and sanitation protocols.
- Coordinated with taproom staff to develop unique pairings between beers and menu items, enhancing customer experience.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers, securing high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
Shepherd
Project Wildside
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Company Overview: Project Wildside is run by its founder Eoin Cooke out of Dunshauglin Ireland and is a program where volunteers from all across the globe are hired to live in an off grid rural setting and work with farm animals including but not limited to, cattle, sheep, hens, horses, rams, goats, and domestic animals such as cats
- The responsibilities of this position were to manage a flock of approximately 230 sheep, and 40 cattle spread amongst a 3 mile radius in separate fields
- This required electrical work to rig automatic water systems, construction skills for basic repairs including fences and metal gateways, animal handling skills that included grooming, feeding, medicating, herding, and basic surgeries (in cases of prolapse and hoof rot.)
- This job requires early hours and starts at dawn until sunset, usually in driving rains and outdoors
- Workers expected to be able to light jog for nearly 3-4 hours daily and no downtime was tolerated due to the gravity of the scale of this operation
- Project Wildside is run by its founder Eoin Cooke out of Dunshauglin Ireland and is a program where volunteers from all across the globe are hired to live in an off grid rural setting and work with farm animals including but not limited to, cattle, sheep, hens, horses, rams, goats, and domestic animals such as cats
Education
Associate of Arts - Philosophy
Brookdale Community College
Lincroft 05-2021
High school diploma -
Wall High School
Township of Wall, NJ06.2018
Skills
- Handyman
- Serving Experience
- Brewing
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Drywall
- Landscape Maintenance
- Shepherding
- Restaurant experience
- Early Riser
- Bussing
- Theater Acting
- Adobe Photoshop
- Cashiering
- Improvisational Acting
- Farming
- Report writing
- Microsoft Excel
- Paint and Plaster
- Stage Hand
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Multitasking and organization
- Written/Verbal communication
- Troubleshooting
Certification
Driver's License
Affiliations
- Howling Woods Farm
- Shakespeare Theatre of NJ
Languages
French
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Dutch
Limited Working
Interests
- Community Cleanup
- Advocacy Campaigns
- Volunteer Work
- Animal Welfare Advocacy
- Fundraising Events
- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
- Gardening
- Horseback Riding
- Camping
- Hiking
- Outdoor Recreation
- Rock Climbing
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
Timeline
Shepherd
Project Wildside
08.2022 - 11.2022
Technician
Count Basie Theatre
04.2022 - Current
Wolfdog Expert
Howling Woods Farm
08.2020 - Current
Brewmaster
Brewers Apprentice
10.2016 - Current
High school diploma -
Wall High School
Associate of Arts - Philosophy
Brookdale Community College