Cary Kelly
Cape May,New Jersey
Summary
Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Night Crew Loader
Seashore Food Distributors
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Improved efficiency in the loading process by implementing effective organizational and prioritization strategies.
- Reduced load times for trucks by streamlining the packing process and utilizing space effectively.
- Maintained a safe work environment with proper handling techniques and adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members, resulting in increased productivity and timely deliveries.
- Contributed to overall warehouse operations by assisting with various tasks as needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced warehouse organization through regular maintenance and optimization of storage areas.
- Operated heavy machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks to safely transport materials within the warehouse.
- Prepared shipments for delivery by accurately labeling items and securely packaging goods according to company guidelines.
Inspection Specialist
HUNTWOOD CABINETS
04.2022 - 04.2022
- Consistently used hand tools, instruments, gauges, and equipment to complete accurate measurements and noted results for official
- Visually inspected and handled soft and hardwoods for defects or issues, and maintained high levels of accuracy.
- Checked all aspects of products and materials against established templates, charts, and samples.
- Evaluated items to assign grades and marked quality level, rejection status, or acceptance.
- Located and investigated production concerns and helped management implement corrective actions.
- Disposed of unsound and unsafe materials, products, and equipment to prevent inappropriate reuse.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Conducted inspections, tests, and measurements of cabinet materials to verify adherence to regulations and desired specifications.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address quality issues and implement solutions for improved product performance.
Subcontractor
TRADESMAN INTERNATIONAL
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Verified dimensions and checked quality and fit of pieces to ensure adherence to specifications
- Measured and marked dimensions of parts on paper or lumber stock prior to cutting, following blueprints, to deliver tight fit and quality product
- Matched materials for color, grain, or texture, giving attention to knots or other features of wood
- Poured cement and concrete using floats, trowels, screeds and powered cement finishing tools
- Ground, scraped, sanded and polished concrete, marble, terrazzo and wood flooring using abrasive tools and machines
- Operated jackhammers and drills to break up concrete and pavement
- Provided assistance to craft workers, such as carpenters, plasterers and masons
- Mixed ingredients to create compounds for covering and cleaning surfaces
- Joined, align and seal structural components, such as concrete wall sections and pipes
- Erected and dismantled scaffolding, shoring, braced, traffic barricades, ramps and other temporary structures
- Mopped, brushed and spread paints, cleaning solutions and compounds over surfaces to clean and provide protection
- Installed sewer, water and storm drain pipes, used pipe-laying machinery and laser guidance equipment
- Mixed, poured and spread concrete, using portable cement mixers
- Measured, marked, or recorded openings or distances to layout areas for construction
- Unloaded and identified building materials, machinery and tools, distributing to appropriate locations according to project plans and specifications
- Lubricated, cleaned and repaired machinery, equipment and tools
- Read plans, instructions and specifications to determine work activities.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Managed on-site property inspections and worked to resolve issues.
- ALL THIS WAS COMPLETED IN 3 NIGHTS and the new Store Deli was up and running.
Cook
BURGER KING
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with a high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, and sanitation.
- Transitioned between breakfast and lunch service.
- Inspected appliances, commercial fryers, and ovens to verify proper working order.
- Mentored staff in expectations and parameters of kitchen goals and daily work.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
Skilled Laborer
EXPRESS EMPLOYMENT PROFESSIONALS
04.2018 - 12.2021
- Met deadlines while maintaining high-quality deliverables
- Worked with coworkers to complete tasks.
- Troubleshot minor problems and reported larger technical issues
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services
- Provided efficient and courteous service to customers at all times
- Provided product information and resolved concerns to assist customers
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems
- Assisted with new hire orientation and employee training
- Collaborated with departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans and
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Managed independent resolutions of site issues to keep workers on-task and prevent more complex issues.
- Signaled equipment operators to complete proper alignments, movements, and adjustments.
- Erected and dismantled scaffolding, braces, shoring walls, and other temporary structures.
- Safely operated mowers, chainsaws, electric clippers, sod cutters, and pruning saws to clear construction sites, roadbeds, and access roads.
- Maintained team safety by controlling traffic around and within the site.
- Prepared, poured, and spread materials such as concrete and asphalt at designated locations.
- Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators and ground workers.
- Interpreted job site supervisor's orders and technical documentation to complete accurate work.
- Collected measurements and marked locations as part of project preparations.
- Erected and removed temporary structures such as trench liners and scaffolding to meet team needs.
- Interacted daily with various project managers, subcontractors, and municipal inspectors to complete construction projects.
- Directed traffic away from hazardous locations to protect team members and the general public.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Enhanced team efficiency and multitasking abilities by effectively using hand tools, power tools, and equipment.
- Read and understand plans and technical documentation for each job.
- Provided first-class customer service to meet deadlines with guaranteed satisfaction.
- Maintained safe work environments by following established safety protocols and regularly inspecting equipment for potential hazards.
Education
GED -
Vineland Adult Education
Vineland, NJ03.1990
Skills
- Producing Special Events
- Food Safety and Quality
- Food Rotation
- Proper Food Temperatures
- Attentive to Detail
- Safety and Sanitation Standards
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Institutional and Batch Cooking
- Precision Measurement
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Store Room and Walk-In Inspections
- Safety Protocols
- Quality Control Management
- Project Management
Accomplishments
- Attended employee meetings, suggesting processimprovements to management
- Modeled flexible work style, shifting tasks as prioritiesand circumstances changed based on departmentalneeds
- Washed and sanitized hands throughout shift,promoting food safety and health requirements
- Prepared variety of dishes using industrial kitchenequipment
- Wiped or scrubbed counters and equipment,maintaining clean and sanitary kitchen area
- Compiled and maintained records of food use andexpenditures
- Operated industrial ovens, stoves and grills to preparefood
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashingmachines
- Logged and recorded temperatures of food storageand refrigeration equipment
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areasto prevent spoilage
- Removed trash and cleaned kitchen garbagecontainers
- Turned and stirred foods to confirm even cooking.
- Scraped leftovers from dishes into garbage containers.
- Stocked, rotated and faced products with attention to
- Product quality and expiration dates
- Utilized sanitary methods to handle, prepare and servefood
- Baked breads, rolls and pastries.
Timeline
Night Crew Loader
Seashore Food Distributors
06.2023 - 10.2023
Inspection Specialist
HUNTWOOD CABINETS
04.2022 - 04.2022
Subcontractor
TRADESMAN INTERNATIONAL
03.2022 - 04.2022
Cook
BURGER KING
11.2021 - 02.2022
Skilled Laborer
EXPRESS EMPLOYMENT PROFESSIONALS
04.2018 - 12.2021
GED -
Vineland Adult Education
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