Patricia Puryear
Brimhall Foods
Memphis,TN
45
years of professional experience
Dynamic professional with a strong work ethic and proven problem-solving abilities, honed at Brimhall Foods. Expertise in heavy lifting and time management, consistently enhancing productivity and ensuring quality standards. Recognized for effectively training team members and fostering a collaborative environment, leading to improved operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Work History
General Laborer
19 Years- Loaded and unloaded food products, maintaining safe handling and organized staging areas.
- Assisted production line operations by sorting, stacking, and preparing materials for processing.
- Operated pallet jack to move supplies and finished goods throughout facility.
- Maintained clean work areas by following sanitation procedures and removing debris promptly.
- Inspected products for quality issues and separated damaged items from usable inventory.
- Replenished packaging materials to support continuous workflow and reduce downtime.
- Followed safety protocols when lifting, moving, and storing heavy materials.
- Supported team members with general warehouse tasks to keep daily operations on schedule.
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Completed tasks efficiently for timely project completion within set deadlines.
- Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
- Increased productivity with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Adapted quickly to new tasks or changes in project scope, demonstrating flexibility in skillset and problem-solving abilities.
Hospice Aide
5 Years 11 Months- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and daily personal care in private-duty hospice settings
- Monitored patient comfort and reported changes in condition, behavior, or symptoms to care team promptly
- Provided companionship and emotional support to promote dignity, calm, and comfort during end-of-life care
- Repositioned and transferred patients safely to prevent discomfort and reduce risk of skin breakdown
- Prepared meals, assisted with feeding, and maintained hydration according to care plans and dietary needs
Manager
4 Years 11 Months- Supervised daily restaurant operations, ensuring consistent service, food quality, and compliance with brand standards.
- Scheduled staff coverage, balanced labor needs, and maintained efficient shift execution.
- Trained team members on guest service, food safety, and operational procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated ordering to support product availability.
- Resolved customer concerns promptly, protecting satisfaction and service recovery.
Manager
18 Years 1 Month- Enforced sanitation, safety, and cash handling procedures across shifts.
- Coordinated opening and closing responsibilities to maintain smooth store operations.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided coaching to improve productivity.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Education
Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Diploma in Advance Operations - Business Administration And Management
- Leader Training
Skills
Heavy lifting
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Timeline
General Laborer
Brimhall Foods
10.2007 - CurrentRead More
Manager
Kentucky Fried Chicken
09.2002 - 08.2007Read More
Hospice Aide
Private Duty
01.2002 - 12.2007Read More
Manager
McDonald's Restaurant
01.1982 - 02.2000Read More
Concord Career Institute
Medical Assistant from Medical Assistant
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McDonald's University
Diploma in Advance Operations from Business Administration And Management
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State Technical Institute
from Leader Training
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