Seeking a position that offers ample opportunities for professional development and growth.
Hi, I’m
Roderick Forbes
Henrico,VA
Summary
Overview
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Harvie Elementary School
School Custodian
12.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Enhanced school cleanliness by performing daily custodial tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Promoted a healthy learning environment by disinfecting classrooms, restrooms, and common areas on a consistent schedule.
- Completed specialized deep-cleaning projects during summer breaks to prepare the facility for the upcoming academic year.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to address specific cleaning requests or concerns in their respective areas.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Completed routine floor stripping, sealing, and finishing.
- Supported school events by setting up and breaking down furniture, equipment, and decorations as needed.
- Facilitated a secure campus atmosphere by locking doors after hours while following all security protocols laid out by administrators.
Panda Express Restaurant
Cook/Service Team Member
05.2022 - 11.2023
Job overview
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- 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.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
InterSolutions, LLC
Maintenance Assistant
09.2019 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Maintained safety conditions and standards in facility.
- Used and operated various types of tools such as power saws, sanders, grinders, forklifts, and basic hand tools.
- Cleaned and lubricated mechanical systems to keep machinery operating at peak performance.
- Enhanced workplace safety with regular inspections of tools and facilities, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Organized storage areas and tool rooms to keep areas safe and fully stocked.
- Upheld high cleanliness standards in common areas through regular custodial duties including sweeping, mopping, and trash removal.
- Conducted basic repairs to plumbing systems such as leaky faucets and clogged drains.
- Responded immediately to emergency repairs and other maintenance requests to minimize downtime.
- Circulated throughout facility weekly to identify light bulbs in need of replacement.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing tenant maintenance requests promptly and professionally.
- Utilized variety of power and hand tools to perform maintenance and repairs in accordance with safety requirements.
- Enabled smoother facility operations by promptly responding to emergency repair needs, minimizing disruptions.
- Maintained a well-organized inventory of spare parts, streamlining the repair process for quicker turnaround times.
- Delivered comprehensive support to maintenance supervisor performing skilled repairs and kept continuous focus on safety and efficiency.
- Addressed emergency situations effectively under pressure while adhering to established safety procedures.
- Inspected systems and equipment to identify unscheduled maintenance and repair needs.
Target
Team Leader Manager
10.2014 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Resolved customer service issues by finding immediate solutions, increasing customer confidence, and decreasing escalations to executive office.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient workflow processes and setting clear performance expectations.
- Led employee relations through effective communication, coaching, training, and development.
- Collaborated with senior management on strategic planning efforts, aligning departmental objectives with overall company vision.
- Ensured compliance with industry-specific regulations by implementing appropriate policies and procedures for the team''s operations.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their roles by delegating tasks appropriately, resulting in heightened job satisfaction.
- Consistently met or exceeded departmental goals by effectively managing resources and establishing clear objectives for the team.
- Identified and corrected deficient performance and behaviors to achieve maximum productivity.
- Enhanced problem-solving skills within the team through facilitating brainstorming sessions and encouraging creative thinking.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Education
Cardozo Senior HighWashington, DC
High School Diploma from History
06.2004
University Overview
Skills
- Food Preparation
- Food Safety
- Training
- Shift Management
- Cook
- Leadership/Mentoring
- Security Compliance
- Customer Service
- Audits/Inventory Control
- Sanitation
- Money Handling
- Commercial Cleaning
Availability
Availability
Flexible work schedule (e.g.,nights,weekends and holidays)and regular attendance necessary.Personal Information
Personal Information
Relocation: AnywhereTimeline
School Custodian
Harvie Elementary School
12.2023 - Current
Cook/Service Team Member
Panda Express Restaurant
05.2022 - 11.2023
Maintenance Assistant
InterSolutions, LLC
09.2019 - 04.2022
Team Leader Manager
Target
10.2014 - 08.2019
Cardozo Senior High
High School Diploma from History