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Richard Thomas

Houston,TX

Summary

Proven Forklift Operator and Head Chef with a track record of enhancing warehouse efficiency and culinary excellence at Smart Warehouse and Spice Buddy Den & Grill. Mastered forklift operation and material handling, alongside sharpening team collaboration skills. Achieved significant reductions in food costs through strategic planning and inventory management, ensuring high-quality standards and safety. Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Smart Warehouse
05.2021 - 01.2024
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.

Head Chef

Spice Buddy Den & Grill
08.2019 - 11.2023
  • Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.

Head Chef

Hubcap Bar & Grill
03.2018 - 03.2019
  • Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.

Education

GED -

Westbury High School
Houston, TX
06.1991

Skills

  • Forklift Operation
  • Forklift Operator Certification
  • Loading and unloading
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Team Player
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Material Handling
  • Safety awareness

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Smart Warehouse
05.2021 - 01.2024

Head Chef

Spice Buddy Den & Grill
08.2019 - 11.2023

Head Chef

Hubcap Bar & Grill
03.2018 - 03.2019

GED -

Westbury High School
Richard Thomas