Shawn Flynn
Moline,IL
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with a proven track record of anticipating and addressing the needs of customers and colleagues. Recognized for a friendly demeanor, punctuality, and an enthusiastic approach to teamwork, fostering a collaborative environment that motivates others. Adept at multitasking while maintaining a positive attitude, ensuring efficiency in high-pressure situations. Strong work ethic complemented by exceptional interpersonal skills and extensive customer service expertise.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
37
37
years of professional experience
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Driver
Self-Employed/Flynn Transport Inc
02.2000 - Current
- Managed day to day operation of a trucking company
- Hiring and Firing of employees(drivers and office personal)
- Set up of new customers
- Booking loads for drivers and assignment of routes
- Payroll of drivers and employees
- Management of cash flow
Restaurant Owner
Max & Molly's Bistro
06.2016 - 06.2019
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to enhance guest satisfaction and streamline service delivery.
- Managed inventory control, reducing waste and ensuring quality standards were consistently met.
- Trained and mentored staff on customer service excellence and food safety protocols.
- Created seasonal menus based on market trends, emphasizing local ingredients and culinary innovation.
- Oversaw daily financial operations, including budgeting, payroll, and cost analysis to optimize profitability.
- Established strong vendor relationships to negotiate competitive pricing for high-quality supplies.
- Led marketing campaigns that increased brand visibility and attracted new clientele through social media engagement.
Company Driver
Dot Transportation
05.1996 - 08.1999
- Transported deliveries locally and over the road.
- Safely loaded and unloaded deliveries according to size of load and content description.
- Maintained a daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Loaded and unloaded freight to assure safety and minimize risk of damage and dangerous conditions.
Shift Manager/Assistant Manager Trainee
Taco Bell
05.1990 - 10.1991
- Routinely supported other areas of the restaurant as requested, including answering telephones and completing financial transactions for other staff.
- Consistently provided professional, friendly and engaging service.
- Developed and maintained positive working relationships with others to reach business goals.
- Led shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.
- Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
Cook
Red Ox Supper Club
01.1990 - 05.1990
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals and kitchen sanitation.
- Properly labeled and stored all raw food ingredients including produce, meat, fish, poultry, dairy and dry goods in the appropriate storage room, walk-in refrigerator, freezer or cooler.
- Cooked and served food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portions, temperature control procedures and facility policies.
- Helped with preparation, set-up, and service for catering events
Cook/Assistant Manager Trainee
Golden Corral
05.1989 - 01.1990
- Developed and maintained positive working relationships with others to reach business goals.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Managed kitchen staff by recruiting, selecting, hiring, orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, supervising, evaluating and enforcing discipline when necessary.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, food storage, use of kitchen equipment and utensils, sanitation and safety issues.
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
Education
No Degree - Law Enforcement, Buisness
Spoon River College
Macomb, ILSkills
- Efficient problem solver
- Adapts quickly to fast-paced settings
- Dedicated team collaborator
- Professional interpersonal skills
- Dynamic presence
- Customer service
- Experienced with computer systems
Accomplishments
- Completed Assistant Managers Program at Golden Corral
- Completed Assistant Managers Program at Taco Bell
- Safe Driver Awarded 1998-2000
Timeline
Restaurant Owner
Max & Molly's Bistro
06.2016 - 06.2019
Owner/Driver
Self-Employed/Flynn Transport Inc
02.2000 - Current
Company Driver
Dot Transportation
05.1996 - 08.1999
Shift Manager/Assistant Manager Trainee
Taco Bell
05.1990 - 10.1991
Cook
Red Ox Supper Club
01.1990 - 05.1990
Cook/Assistant Manager Trainee
Golden Corral
05.1989 - 01.1990
No Degree - Law Enforcement, Buisness
Spoon River College
Timeline
Restaurant Owner
Max & Molly's Bistro
06.2016 - 06.2019
Owner/Driver
Self-Employed/Flynn Transport Inc
02.2000 - Current
Company Driver
Dot Transportation
05.1996 - 08.1999
Shift Manager/Assistant Manager Trainee
Taco Bell
05.1990 - 10.1991
Cook
Red Ox Supper Club
01.1990 - 05.1990
Cook/Assistant Manager Trainee
Golden Corral
05.1989 - 01.1990
No Degree - Law Enforcement, Buisness
Spoon River College
Timeline
Restaurant Owner
Max & Molly's Bistro
06.2016 - 06.2019
Owner/Driver
Self-Employed/Flynn Transport Inc
02.2000 - Current
Company Driver
Dot Transportation
05.1996 - 08.1999
Shift Manager/Assistant Manager Trainee
Taco Bell
05.1990 - 10.1991
Cook
Red Ox Supper Club
01.1990 - 05.1990
Cook/Assistant Manager Trainee
Golden Corral
05.1989 - 01.1990
No Degree - Law Enforcement, Buisness
Spoon River College