Ramont Clayton
Richmond,VA
Summary
Resourceful professional in construction and fencing installation, recognized for high productivity levels and efficient task completion. Skilled in site preparation, precise measurements, and safe machinery operation to ensure quality workmanship. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and teamwork, leveraging these soft skills to meet project deadlines effectively and collaborate with colleagues for optimal results.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook/Kitchen Staff Member
Hooters Inc.
, VA
06.2024 - Current
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Chopped vegetables and seasoned meats and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing and braising.
- Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for different meals and recipes.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Cultivated original menu items, precisely executing them to periodically refresh meal portfolio.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations.
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
- Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
- Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
- Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production sheets including waste logs.
- Verified kitchen staff followed all recipes and portion serving guidelines correctly.
- Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
Mason Journeyman
Alcrete industries
Jacksonville , North Carolina
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Calculated mortar and brick quantity needed for job.
- Caulked crevices in masonry work for weather-proof seal.
- Prepared concrete by mixing water with cement, sand and gravel.
- Smoothed final surfaces by removing excess mortar and finishing joints.
- Mixed mortar and grout and used to adhere building materials and create structures.
- Inspected completed projects for quality control purposes before final sign-off by supervisor.
- Broke or cut bricks, tiles and blocks to size, using trowel edge, hammer or power saw.
- Grouted around fixtures such as pipes and conduits that penetrate through walls.
- Worked with a variety of specialized tools such as chisels, hammers, drills, grinders .
- Moved bricks, tools and supplies with equipment such as forklifts and hand trucks.
- Loaded trucks with supplies needed at different job sites throughout the day.
- Cleaned and prepared work surfaces with appropriate tools and solvents.
- Applied and smoothed mortar or other mixtures over work surface.
- Reviewed blueprints, drawings and plans to build masonry features and structures.
- Laid bricks or blocks in the proper configurations according to plans.
- Formed edges and molded joints with edging tools and jointers.
Mason Laborer
Rubios concrete and construction
Jacksonville , NC
01.2019 - 09.2022
- Used hammers and chisels to cut out defective mortar joints from existing masonry surfaces.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on bricks and blocks prior to cutting them with power saws.
- Used mechanical cement-mixing equipment or hand tools to prepare cement for use.
- Moved bricks, tools and supplies with equipment such as forklifts and hand trucks.
- Guided large stones onto foundation locations using truck cranes, hoists and skids.
- Removed broken masonry and constructed replacement sections for walls and floors.
- Examined brickwork or structures to determine need for repair.
- Repaired or altered structural and superficial damage to various masonry work and surfaces.
- Formed edges and molded joints with edging tools and jointers.
- Prepared for each job by accurately laying out wall patterns and foundation plans.
- Readied work areas by clearing and smoothing surfaces and adjoining structures.
Fence Laborer
Clays fencing LLC
Jacksonville , Nc
03.2019 - 10.2020
- Installed fencing posts and rails using a variety of tools.
- Loaded fencing materials and tools onto trucks for transport to job site.
- Assisted in the construction of new fences according to plans and specifications.
- Constructed metal, chain link and wooden fences and borders.
- Measured and aligned posts using levels and bobs to verify alignment and achieve professional finished looks.
- Fastened fence gates into position using appropriate tools.
- Utilized ladders safely to access high areas for installation purposes.
- Operated disc grinder to smooth out, weld or grind parts.
- Followed safety guidelines for using tools, equipment and heavy machinery to avoid accidents and injury.
- Followed safety guidelines while working with hazardous materials such as chemicals or paints.
- Repaired existing fences in need of repair or replacement.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and clients throughout the project.
- Cleaned up debris from job sites upon completion of projects.
- Built and performed repairs on retaining walls and trellises.
Education
High School Diploma -
White Oak Highschool
Jacksonville , Nc 06-2018
Skills
- Food rotation
- Recipe preparation
- Prep work
- Food presentation
- Bricklaying proficiency
- Level and plumb skill
- Cement finishing excellence
- Block laying expertise
- Wall construction aptitude
- Concrete mixing mastery
- Job site safety expertise
- Hand tool usage aptitude
- Rebar placement
- Blueprint interpretation skill
- Mortar preparation excellence
- Power tool operation
- Chain link fencing
- Fence installation expertise
- Hand tool proficiency
- Digging post holes
- Post hole digging
- Concrete mixing
- Site preparation
- Chain link installation
- Constructing wood fences
- Following safety practices
- Vinyl fence assembly
- Wooden fence building
- Gate installation
- Managing materials
Timeline
Line Cook/Kitchen Staff Member
Hooters Inc.
06.2024 - Current
Mason Journeyman
Alcrete industries
11.2023 - 04.2024
Fence Laborer
Clays fencing LLC
03.2019 - 10.2020
Mason Laborer
Rubios concrete and construction
01.2019 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
White Oak Highschool