RUEBEN ANDERSON
Cedar Creek
Summary
Chief Steward with over 14 years of extensive experience at Fishermen's Finest LLC, demonstrating exceptional leadership. Skilled in inventory management, meal preparation, and maintaining operational efficiency, with a proven track record of reducing waste and ensuring timely restocking. Passionate about leveraging culinary expertise and innovative problem-solving skills for future leadership roles in dynamic environments. I also was proficient in factory operations and maintenence before moving to the galley. I've also done custom concrete forms and finishing. Different phases of construction and remodeling. Some equipment operations and landscaping.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Steward
Aleutian Spray Fisheries
Seattle
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Supervised daily operations of the galley and food service areas.
- Managed inventory levels for food and supplies to ensure availability.
- Trained and mentored staff on sanitation and safety protocols.
- Performed weekly audits of all storerooms inspecting items stored there for expiration dates or damage.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives to reduce overhead costs while maintaining quality standards.
- Worked abnormal hours to ensure all meals were prepared on time and better than quality standards.
Handyman
Garner Properties
Sylacauga
09.2020 - 01.2025
- Performed routine maintenance tasks across multiple properties.
- Conducted electrical repairs, ensuring safe and efficient operation.
- Cleaned out Units and hauled trash and assessed repairs per company policy.
- Performed routine checks and repairs on up to 60 single family domiciles.
- Executed proficiency in the installation and repair of Drywall, mud, tape and textures
- Executed proficiency in residential paint prep and application to residential and commercial domiciles.
- Executed proficiency in concrete flat work, and custom concrete.
- Executed proficiency in yard and/or landscape work.
- Finish work in a timely manner
Chief Steward
Fishermen's Finest LLC
Kirkland
03.2010 - 03.2024
- Company Overview: U. S. Intrepid and American No. Amendment 80 Fisheries fishing the Bering Sea and Gulf of Alaska. Based out of Kirkland, WA.
- Prepare and cook meals, enhancing crew satisfaction with diverse menus.
- Perform maintenance on kitchen equipment.
- Orchestrated precise inventory management, coordinating with Sysco Seattle and Alaska Ship Supply for timely restocking.
- Maintained meticulous cleanliness standards shipwide.
- Optimized inventory with FIFO method, ensuring fresh supplies for extended voyages.
- Created a supportive environment, providing minor medical treatment and maintaining OTC medicine stock.
- Orchestrated daily cleaning projects, ensuring vessel cleanliness.
- Elevated from Assistant Cook to Chief Steward.
- Implemented efficient laundry and cleaning routines, enhancing crew comfort.
- Fostered a collaborative atmosphere, contributing to overall operational efficiency.
- U. S. Intrepid and American No. 1
- Also proficiency in factory operations and maintenance.
Factory Technician/ Back Line
Fishermen's Finest LLC
Kirkland
09.2013 - 07.2019
- Company Overview: U. S. Intrepid, amendment 80 Factory Trawler.
- Sorted fish
- Collaborated with engineers to maintain factory trawler.
- Advanced from entry-level to senior roles, demonstrating adaptability and initiative.
- Managed comprehensive factory maintenance, including repairs and lubrication, ensuring operational readiness during offloading and transit periods.
- Conducted thorough inventory and ordered parts.
- Implemented creative solutions on the spot
- Partnered with engineers to maintain and upgrade factory equipment.
- Devised creative solutions for factory breakdowns, minimizing disruptions and contributing to continuous improvement of production processes.
- Optimized production processes through meticulous flow scale tests
- U. S. Intrepid
Mover
Prestige Moving and Storage
Bend
03.2008 - 11.2013
- Company Overview: Bend, Oregon
- Packed and transported items, ensuring safe delivery and boosting client satisfaction.
- Collaborated with clients on furniture placement, enhancing service.
- Efficiently executed residential and commercial moves, ensuring safe transport of valuable items.
- Prioritized clear communication for smooth operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service.
- Offered practical solutions.
Education
OSHA 10 General Industry - 10 Hour Outreach Training Program
360 Training
01.2025 - 01.2025
SERVE SAFE MANAGERS CERTIFICATION -
Serve Safe National Restaurant Association
GENERAL EDUCATION DIPLOMA -
Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council
Bend, OregonSkills
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Leadership
- Creativity
- Inventory management
- Meal preparation
- Cleaning
- Medical treatment
- Equipment maintenance
- Great attitude
- Innovation
References
- Johnnie Garner, Garner Properties, 2562080321
- Rob Gutcher, Fishermen's Finest LLC, robbgutcher20@gmail.com, 71487203284
Hobbies and Interests
- Building fast cars
- R.C. cars
- Home DIY projects
- The great outdoors
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 08/14/1975
- Nationality: AMERICA
License Number
Texas DL# 51976014
Timeline
Chief Steward
Aleutian Spray Fisheries
03.2025 - 08.2025
OSHA 10 General Industry - 10 Hour Outreach Training Program
360 Training
01.2025 - 01.2025
Handyman
Garner Properties
09.2020 - 01.2025
Factory Technician/ Back Line
Fishermen's Finest LLC
09.2013 - 07.2019
Chief Steward
Fishermen's Finest LLC
03.2010 - 03.2024
Mover
Prestige Moving and Storage
03.2008 - 11.2013
SERVE SAFE MANAGERS CERTIFICATION -
Serve Safe National Restaurant Association
GENERAL EDUCATION DIPLOMA -
Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council