Nicholas Zink
1211 15th Street, Altoona
Summary
Earned the Eagle Scout rank, exemplifying a lifelong commitment to leadership, ethical decision-making, service to the community, project management, and mentoring others qualities that continue to guide my supervisory leadership style.
Demonstrated progressive leadership by serving as Acting Sergeant at Blair County Prison, supervising correctional officers, coordinating daily operations, maintaining institutional security, and ensuring compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
Proven ability to train, mentor, and develop restaurant staff while fostering teamwork, operational readiness, and adherence to corporate policies and professional standards.
Recognized for remaining calm and decisive during emergencies, utilizing effective communication, tactical awareness, and sound judgment to resolve incidents while maintaining the safety and security of all institutions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
County of Blair
04.2024 - Current
- Monitored inmate activities to ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations.
- Conducted regular security checks to maintain safety and order within the facility.
- Implemented de-escalation techniques to manage conflicts among inmates effectively.
- Maintained accurate documentation of incidents and inmate interactions for reporting purposes.
- Assisted in training new officers on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Enforced discipline by applying appropriate sanctions for rule violations consistently.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
Line Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
State College, PA
01.2022 - 04.2024
- Prepared high-quality menu items following standard recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, ensuring safety and cleanliness standards were met.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes during peak hours.
- Trained new staff on cooking techniques, kitchen safety, and sanitation practices.
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted in ordering supplies to maintain stock availability.
- Implemented waste reduction strategies, enhancing overall kitchen efficiency and sustainability efforts.
Kitchen Manager
Taste Of Little Italy
New Berlin, PA
11.2019 - 01.2022
- Oversaw kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock to minimize waste and control costs.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff, enhancing team performance and efficiency.
- Developed standardized recipes, maintaining consistency in food quality and presentation.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
Assistant Manager
McDonald's Restaurant
Milesburg, PA
02.2016 - 11.2019
- Led daily operations to ensure quality service and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored staff on operational procedures and customer engagement techniques.
- Implemented inventory management strategies to reduce waste and optimize supply chain efficiency.
- Streamlined employee scheduling processes to enhance labor efficiency and meet staffing needs.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bald Eagle High School
Bellefonte, PA06.2019
Culinary Arts, ServSafe - Culinary Arts
Central Pennsylvania Institute Of Science And Technology
Pleasant Gap, PA06.2019
Skills
- Leadership Experience
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Inmate supervision
- Correctional facility procedures
- Staff management
- Excellent problem solver
- Excellent communication
- Incident reporting
- Time management
Timeline
Correctional Officer
County of Blair
04.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
01.2022 - 04.2024
Kitchen Manager
Taste Of Little Italy
11.2019 - 01.2022
Assistant Manager
McDonald's Restaurant
02.2016 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Bald Eagle High School
Culinary Arts, ServSafe - Culinary Arts
Central Pennsylvania Institute Of Science And Technology