Michael Gray
Smyrna,GA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Steward/Supervisor
Sandals Resort and Spa
Negril, Jamaica, WI
01.2013 - 01.2024
- Provided feedback on employee performance during annual appraisals.
- Sanitized food preparation areas with company-approved cleaning products.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Supervised and managed a team of stewards, ensuring all duties were performed to the highest standards.
Steward
Breezes Resort and Spa
Negril, Jamaica, WI
03.2010 - 01.2013
- Ensured adherence to all sanitation policies and procedures for the kitchen area.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Operated dishwashers to wash dishes, glasses, silverware, pots and pans.
- Cleaned equipment used in kitchen operations such as ovens, grills, fryers.
Steward
Grand Lido Negril (renamed Breezes Resort
Negril, Jamaica, WI
03.2005 - 01.2013
- Ensured adherence to all sanitation policies and procedures for the kitchen area.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Cleaned equipment used in kitchen operations such as ovens, grills, fryers.
- Swept and mopped floors of the kitchen area on a regular basis.
Houseman
Sandals Whitehouse Resort and Spa
Negril, Jamaica, WI
02.2002 - 12.2004
- Ensured that all public areas were presentable at all times.
- Transported dirty linen from guest rooms to laundry area using appropriate equipment.
- Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
- Dusted and polished fixtures and cabinet hardware to maintain sparkling appearance.
Steward
Love Boats Sports and Grill
Negril, Jamaica, WI
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Ensured adherence to all sanitation policies and procedures for the kitchen area.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Operated dishwashers to wash dishes, glasses, silverware, pots and pans.
- Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for customer needs by quickly scraping, washing and restacking items.
Machine Operator
Nepaul and Son Block Factory
Savannalamar , Jamaica, WI
01.1995 - 02.1998
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Operate machine to make blocks
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Godfrey Stewart High
4 Lewis St. Savannalamar Westmoreland, Jamaica06-1992
Certificate - Stewarding
Hart Trust N.S.T.A. Level 1
Lewis St. Savannalamar, PO Westmoreland, JamaicaSkills
- Sanitation Standards
- Task Delegation
- Food Safety
- Time management abilities
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Sanitizing understanding
- Food safety understanding
- Continuous Improvement
- Organizational Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Self Motivation
- Food and Beverage Service
Affiliations
- Member of the Jamaica Cycling Federation since 2015.
- Traveled throughout the country of Jamaica on various cycling tours.
- Hobbies includes billiards, dominoes, and cycling.
Accomplishments
- Earned medals in various cycling tournaments.
- Earned employee of the month awards.
- Acheived recognition and participated in Sandals Annual Prestige Awards, received awards and plagues for years 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020,2021 and 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Steward/Supervisor
Sandals Resort and Spa
01.2013 - 01.2024
Steward
Breezes Resort and Spa
03.2010 - 01.2013
Steward
Grand Lido Negril (renamed Breezes Resort
03.2005 - 01.2013
Houseman
Sandals Whitehouse Resort and Spa
02.2002 - 12.2004
Steward
Love Boats Sports and Grill
01.1998 - 01.2001
Machine Operator
Nepaul and Son Block Factory
01.1995 - 02.1998
High School Diploma -
Godfrey Stewart High
Certificate - Stewarding
Hart Trust N.S.T.A. Level 1
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