Knowledgeable about maintaining organized inventories and handling custodial requirements of commercial building bathrooms, workspaces and customer areas. Experienced team player with strong service record, good organizational skills and productive approach to handling simultaneous tasks. Focused on always producing high-quality and professional results.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Custodian
East Tennessee State University
07.2009 - Current
Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards across campus facilities.
Operated cleaning equipment, ensuring effective and efficient service delivery.
Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and safety hazards.
Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow and service efficiency.
Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
Enhanced cleanliness and safety by regularly sanitizing high-touch surfaces.
Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
Collaborated with other custodial staff to complete larger projects efficiently and effectively.
Responded quickly to emergency situations such as spills or leaks, minimizing damage and ensuring safety.
Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay up-to-date on best practices in facilities maintenance.
Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
Maintained cleanliness in high-traffic areas, contributing to positive public image of facility.
Fostered positive relationships with building occupants, enhancing cooperation in maintaining clean environment.
Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
Used power scrubbing and waxing machines to scrub and polish floors.
Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
Cook
John Reed Nursing Home
04.2004 - 07.2005
Prepared nutritious meals following dietary guidelines for residents' health needs.
Trained new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
Monitored food quality and presentation standards to ensure compliance with regulations.
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.
Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
Improved menu offerings, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative cooking methods.
Collaborated with management team to develop new menu items.
Enhanced flavor and presentation of traditional dishes with creative twists, receiving positive feedback from patrons.