- Genealogy
- Regularly practice mindfulness and meditation for overall wellness
- Music
- Historical Exploration
- Dancing
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Avid Reader
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Reading
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Mindfulness Practices
- Fashion and Style
- I like trying new recipes and food trends
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
Ronald Hawkins
Deltona
Summary
I have been a hardworking and dedicated asset to the Olive Garden Restaurant for up to 15 years. In that time I have become a certified trainer, while learning new recipes and adapting to ever-changing rules and procedures. My responsibility as a backup food prep worker was to make sure the restaurant had enough product for lunch and dinner service. This task encompassed the whole menu from soups, sauces and pasta. Integrity, cleanliness, diligence to detail, and a sense of urgency are the qualities that helped me achieve my tasks and duties. I am also comfortable in a diverse team environment, and get along with all types of personalities, which enables me to communicate well with team members to achieve our goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Production Worker
Olive Garden Restaurant
11.2010 - 06.2025
- Assembled and packaged food items securely to meet company standards.
- Operated food production equipment safely and responsibly for quality output.
- Complied with food storage and handling procedures for safe, hygienic operations.
- Increased safety standards by following proper sanitation procedures and wearing appropriate protective gear.
- Supported overall facility cleanliness through adherence to strict cleaning schedules.
- Packaged food items for shipment and organized orders for delivery.
- Recorded food production data to enable performance monitoring.
- Monitored food production and quality control to achieve agreed standards.
- Operated various food processing equipment, contributing to seamless production flow and high-quality end products.
- Assisted in meeting daily production goals through efficient task completion and teamwork.
- Enhanced production efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstations.
- Ensured compliance with local health regulations while handling raw materials such as meat or produce during the manufacturing process.
- Assisted in training new hires on best practices, equipment usage, and safety protocols for optimal performance within their roles.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with team members and displaying a proactive attitude towards problemsolving.
- Proactively communicated with supervisors regarding any potential issues or concerns, maintaining open lines of communication for a smooth-running operation.
- Streamlined packing processes for increased efficiency in order fulfillment.
- Upheld company standards for product consistency by adhering to established recipes and ingredient measurements.
- Maintained ingredients and supplies inventories, enabling timely stock replenishment.
- Maintained accurate records of production numbers, allowing management to track progress and set future goals effectively.
- Reduced waste by monitoring quality control during food preparation processes.
- Worked in production to improve efficiency.
- Adhered to company safety policies and procedures for proper food safety and sanitation.
- Discarded expired food items and disposed of waste for hygienic food preparation environments.
- Implemented real-time adjustments to address any identified machine malfunctions or bottlenecks within the process workflow.
- Collaborated with coworkers to implement new production techniques for improved output and reduced downtime.
- Provided support during peak demand periods, ensuring that all orders were fulfilled accurately and on time.
- Supported inventory management by checking stock levels, ensuring timely replenishment of supplies, and minimizing spoilage.
- Selected correct ingredients and garnishes according to recipe specifications.
- Reduced downtime by performing routine maintenance on production equipment, ensuring continuous operation.
- Achieved consistent product quality by strictly following recipes and adjusting processes as needed.
- Monitored and adjusted machinery settings for optimal product quality, enhancing overall production standards.
- Expedited order fulfillment by organizing and prioritizing production schedules according to customer demand.
- Collaborated with quality control to identify and rectify potential food safety issues, safeguarding consumer health.
- Enhanced equipment longevity with proactive maintenance schedule, addressing wear and tear before breakdowns occurred.
- Optimized ingredient usage, preventing shortages and excesses by closely monitoring consumption rates.
- Increased product shelf life with meticulous attention to packaging and sealing techniques.
- Improved production line efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstation.
- Ensured compliance with health and sanitation regulations, conducting regular audits and making necessary adjustments.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement by suggesting and implementing process enhancements.
- Streamlined waste management procedures, promoting recycling and reducing landfill contributions.
- Contributed to product development discussions, bringing practical insights from production floor.
- Streamlined assembly process, cutting down on waste by efficiently managing resources.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, reducing workplace accidents with thorough training and supervision.
- Supported new staff through comprehensive onboarding, accelerating their adaptation to production line work.
- Bolstered inventory accuracy by conducting regular stock takes and updating management systems.
- Maintained clean work areas for optimal food quality.
- Observed company safety procedures and standards when operating machinery, using sharp tools and handling chemicals.
- Selected and measured or weighed ingredients using English or metric measures and balance scales.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Stirred and mixed recipe ingredients by activating blenders and agitators with proper cautions and attention to detail to avoid over mixing.
- Prevented illnesses and protected consumers by sanitized equipment using steam hoses and appropriate cleaning products following each shift.
- Troubleshot malfunctions with machinery and performed routine maintenance to restore functionality and minimize downtime.
- Recorded production and test data for each food product batch such as ingredients used, test results and time cycle.
- Identified proper cooking times and temperatures for various food products based on written recipes and formulas.
- Prepared different food products by operating equipment such as kettles, deep fryers and pressure cookers.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL08-2013
Skills
- Packaging
- PPE use
- Fast-paced environment
- Workplace safety
- Good manufacturing practices
- Strong work ethic
- Stocking and inventorying
- Punctual and dependable
- General manufacturing practices
- Heavy lifting
- Problem-solving
- Food manufacturing processes
- Food production
- Health and safety regulations
- Meat processing
- Sanitation procedures
- Food packaging
- Food safety
- Ingredient handling
- Food safety compliance
- Sanitation standards
- Work area sanitation
- Measuring tools
- Temperature monitoring
- Precision and attention to detail
- Physical stamina
- Product inspection
- Production equipment operation
- Labeling machine
- Ingredients preparation
- Assembly and production
- Assembly line
- Hazardous material handling
- Flexible schedule
- Food assembly
- Stock management
- Waste reduction
- Quality standards
- Team collaboration
- Quality control
- Process improvement
- Date coders
- Food preparation
- Batch mixing
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Customer service
- US work authorization
- Event food production
- Recipe execution
- Food safety monitoring
- Recipe & batch cooking
- Food safety and sanitation
- Policies and procedures compliance
- Product labeling
- Quality inspection
- Effective multitasking
- Sanitation regulations
- Interpersonal skills
- Recipe evaluation
- Standard operating procedures
- Equipment safety
- Quality control oversight
- Ingredients prep
- Raw meat packaging
- Deadline adherence
- Product packaging
- Data documentation
- Line shut down procedures
- Equipment operation
- Control calibration
- Food inspection
- Peer mentoring
- Batch cooking
- Safe food handling
- Training and development
- Materials transport
- Bulk mixing
- Ingredient mixing
- Product sampling
- Troubleshooting skills
- Performance monitoring
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
Interests
Timeline
Food Production Worker
Olive Garden Restaurant
11.2010 - 06.2025
Associate of Arts - Business
Daytona State College
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