Preston Burris
Imperial Beach,CA
Summary
Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising teams.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
RMD Group
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
- Installed and maintained plumbing and HVAC systems.
- Performed set-up operations and monitored audio levels from sources to support consistent quality in accordance with established industry standards and guidelines.
- Performed sound quality checks and front-of-house mixing to maintain company sound system.
- Maintained integrity of audio and support equipment and notified management of repair or replacement needs.
- Maintained, installed, repaired and altered piping systems, plumbing fixtures, traps and soil waste and vent pipes.
- Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC and refrigeration units.
- Repaired and replaced faulty motors, blowers, switches and compressor units.
- Performed routine maintenance on heating and cooling systems.
- Assisted in maintenance, repair and installation of ventilation systems.
- Inspected cooling systems and identified potential problems.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers.
- Responded to emergency situations such as fire, power outage and gas or water leak.
Owner/Operator
Cultivated Greens
10.2019 - 11.2022
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
- Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Reconciled daily sales, returns and financial reports in QuickBooks.
- Remained up-to-date on current trends and attended industry trade shows and markets to view and order inventory.
- Optimized team hiring, training and performance.
- Maintained up-to-date administrative records to monitor operational conditions.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
- Established, optimized and enforced business policies to maintain consistency and high-quality standards across industry operations.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Used knowledge of market trends to create value-added solutions resulting in significant increase in revenues.
- Trained and developed team members to build human capital.
- Developed sales presentations and promotion initiatives to key accounts to drive product sales and increase brand awareness.
- Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures and technology systems.
- Aligned branding initiatives and sales strategies with client goals.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
- Reduced personnel turnover and promoted employee development by recruiting team-oriented candidates and implementing new training practices.
- Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
- Discovered areas of improvement by generating quarterly operational and sales reports.
- Improved records management systems for leases and contracts to boost renewals timeliness.
On Site Engineer
Hakkasan Group
05.2017 - 12.2019
- Night club HVACC/Air Handlers maintenance and operation
- Painting/Construction
- Various Plumbing
- Assist with Searsucker restaurant repairs
- Various Electrical Work
- Interior Design
- Door Repair
- Trained in Surveillance/Security camera installation and repair
- Work with various heavy machinery
- Box truck operation
- Create solutions for repairs on specialty items throughout venue
- Led Lighting/Night club production lighting
- Trusted with millions of dollars worth of production equipment
- Emergency repairs
- Maintain a positive relationship between clientele and management
- Oversaw quality control and health and safety matters for construction teams.
- Ordered and tracked delivery of construction materials and supplies from vendors.
- Managed construction equipment maintenance to minimize costs and avoid project disruption.
- Prepared and reviewed engineering specifications, scopes of work, schedules of payments and other documents.
- Conducted project site visits to meet with construction staff, evaluate progress and discuss operational issues.
- Prepared site reports and organized subcontractor invoices, codes documentation and schematics.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Installed new locks, door handles and door closers.
- Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules.
- Partnered with facility management to successfully complete projects within anticipated deadlines.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets and other equipment.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Removed dirt and lubricated machinery shafts, bearings and gears as part of regular maintenance.
- Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
- Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
- Trained junior maintenance professionals on correct repair and cleaning procedures.
- Assessed operating conditions and adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
- Inspected fire extinguisher equipment on state-mandated schedule.
- Finalized work on building systems by completing basic carpentry and other finish work.
- Used various equipment to remove snow and sprinkled rock salt on walkways to prevent falls.
- Determined new technique to streamline maintenance processes to increase workflow.
- Calibrated temperature and equipment settings to optimize performance.
- Operated garbage compactor and separated trash for sanitation pickup.
- Recorded daily events and activities in site diary to evaluate process and improve productivity.
Special Projects Crew
Lot Management
10.2015 - 05.2017
- Manage commercial properties
- Roofing Drainage Inspections
- Roof maintenance
- Flood preventative services
- Painting/Construction
- Hauling services
- Work with various heavy machinery
- Box truck operation
- Basic property repairs
- Assist with facilities at San Diego County Credit Union
- Provided documentation of processes to comply with regulations and company policies.
BOH Manager/Chef
Amplified
05.2012 - 10.2015
- Create holiday specials
- Purchase product through Sysco, Continental, and Custom House Produce
- Create three course meals to pair with in house craft beers
- Maintain labor and food cost
- Followed operational procedures and enforced product standards, quality and consistency.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
- Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
- Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
- Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
- Helped general management develop prices based on inventory costs and portion sizes.
BOH Manager
LA Cafe
01.2011 - 04.2012
- Receive and Process deliveries Manage facility open to close
- Followed operational procedures and enforced product standards, quality and consistency.
- Supported smooth front end activities through steady product flow and accurate pricing.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
- Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
- Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
- Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
- Helped general management develop prices based on inventory costs and portion sizes.
- Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
- Accepted merchandise and entered appropriate coding into company tracking system.
Assistant GM, Manager, Catering manager, Catering
Joeys Smokin Barbeque
12.2008 - 12.2010
- Delivery driver, Chef
- Manage facility open to close
- Handle bank drops and closure of all registers
- Create new clientele
- Train new employees
- Provide service to all customers
- Purchasing product and revising inventory
- Manage all aspects of catering orders
- Maintain positive feedback from all clients
- Cook, clean, prep, & sanitize
- Create daily specials
- Insure the quality of all meats/produce
- Bartending of beer and wine
- Keep bar clean and stocked
- Cultivated performance-based culture based on individual accountability, goal attainment and team achievement.
- Maintained well-controlled business inventory with minimal losses by enforcing solid monitoring and management structures.
- Boosted yearly profits through process optimization and improved training.
- Prepared dishes for catering events or during high-volume shifts.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Oversaw inventory by ordering precise quantities of stock and executing corrective actions to drive profitability.
- Oversaw computer database and physical filing systems.
- Resolved problems promptly to elevate customer approval.
- Met with clients to outline desired goals and prepared quotes for overall catering costs.
- Boosted revenue by implementing sales cycle procedures related to new business development and contract agreements.
- Worked with chefs to plan menus according to client needs and budgets.
- Maintained flexible work schedule to meet event needs.
- Served appetizers, delivered entrees and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
- Observed federal and local kitchen safety regulations to prevent food borne illnesses.
- Coordinated with event planners for floor and table layouts, guest numbers and overall catering needs.
- Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations in line with formality and specifications of each event.
- Handled catering scheduling, ordered food and planned events.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Art Institute San Diego
Diploma - Culinary Arts
Eastlake High school
San Diego, CASkills
- Remodels and New Construction
- Commercial Maintenance
- HVAC Systems
- Power and Hand Tool Use
- Plumbing Repairs
- Equipment Installation
- Facility Upkeep
- Code Compliance
- Drywall Painting
- Concrete and Metal Assessment
- Air Hammers
- Machinery Lubrication
- Groundskeeping and Landscaping
- Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
- Dismantle Machines
- Construction Carpentry
- Replacing Parts
- Electrical Component Replacement
- Problem Detection and Resolution
- Roofing
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
RMD Group
01.2023 - 09.2023
Owner/Operator
Cultivated Greens
10.2019 - 11.2022
On Site Engineer
Hakkasan Group
05.2017 - 12.2019
Special Projects Crew
Lot Management
10.2015 - 05.2017
BOH Manager/Chef
Amplified
05.2012 - 10.2015
BOH Manager
LA Cafe
01.2011 - 04.2012
Assistant GM, Manager, Catering manager, Catering
Joeys Smokin Barbeque
12.2008 - 12.2010
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Art Institute San Diego
Diploma - Culinary Arts
Eastlake High school
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