Santories Demond Taylor
Albany,GA
Summary
Dynamic kitchen manager with extensive experience at Shoney's Restaurant, excelling in food safety compliance and team training. Proven ability to streamline inventory management and enhance customer service. Skilled in cooking techniques and sanitation practices, consistently achieving high standards in food preparation and presentation while fostering a collaborative work environment.
Experienced with inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely order processing. Utilizes forklift operation skills to optimize warehouse space and streamline logistics. Track record of maintaining safety standards and promoting effective teamwork.
Professional kitchen management expert with comprehensive experience in leading culinary teams, ensuring high-quality food preparation, and maintaining kitchen efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptable to changing needs, and dedicated to achieving operational excellence. Skilled in inventory management, staff training, and maintaining health and safety standards. Reliable, results-driven, and prepared to make significant impact in any culinary environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Worker
Marshalls Distribution Center
02.2008 - 08.2014
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently transport goods throughout the distribution center.
- Conducted inventory checks, ensuring accurate stock levels and minimizing discrepancies.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and maintain high productivity standards.
- Implemented safety protocols, reducing workplace hazards and promoting a safe work environment.
- Streamlined sorting processes, improving efficiency in order fulfillment and shipment preparation.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
- Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Used handheld scanners to track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network efficiently.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.
Maintenance Technician
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites
06.2004 - 11.2008
- Conducted routine inspections on HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Performed preventative maintenance on plumbing fixtures, enhancing overall hotel guest experience.
- Responded promptly to maintenance requests, resolving issues efficiently for guest satisfaction.
- Assisted in managing inventory of maintenance supplies, ensuring availability of necessary tools and materials.
- Coordinated with other departments to minimize disruption during scheduled maintenance activities or emergency repairs.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
Kitchen Manager
Shoney's Restaurant
02.1999 - 05.2003
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service during peak hours.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for food safety and sanitation compliance.
- Streamlined inventory management, reducing waste through effective stock rotation practices.
- Trained new employees on culinary techniques and restaurant protocols to enhance team performance.
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations ensuring quality food preparation and presentation.
- Coordinated staff schedules to optimize coverage during peak hours and events.
- Fostered a collaborative working environment among diverse teams of line cooks, prep cooks, dishwashers, and other support staff.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
Education
GED -
Central Georgia Technical College
Macon, GA05-2018
Skills
- Packaging and labeling
- Picking and packing
- Self-motivated and disciplined
- Cleaning and organizing
- Loading and unloading
- Material handling
- Painting and finishing
- Electrical systems maintenance
- Boiler operations
- Pest control management
- Pool and spa maintenance
- Furniture upgrading
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Staff supervision
- Food preparation
- Staff training and development
- Ordering supplies
- Policy and procedure enforcement
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
Marshalls Distribution Center
02.2008 - 08.2014
Maintenance Technician
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites
06.2004 - 11.2008
Kitchen Manager
Shoney's Restaurant
02.1999 - 05.2003
GED -
Central Georgia Technical College