Hi, I’m
Spike Kirumira
Manager Assistant trainee, Lead/Line cook, Security, Wild Land Firefighter, Social Media Creator. Phone number 541-525-7034. Email- spikeelvis23@gmail..com
Las Vegas,NM
Summary
Flexible Cook willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working within team of cooks. Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
10
years of professional experience
3
years of post-secondary education
3
Certifications
Work History
MakotoEugene, OR
Lead Line Cook
02.2021 - 06.2022
Job overview
- I had the privilege to learn cooking tempura
- Different teriyaki styles and decent fry cook.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Managed relationships and negotiating prices with vendors for ingredients and equipment.
- Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to efficiently organize inventory.
Taco BellEugene, OR
Assistant Manager in Training
05.2020 - 11.2020
Job overview
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Delivered training for staff development, change management and materials, process and technical controls.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Increased operational efficiency by developing improved filing systems for confidential client records and reports.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
PlanktownSpringfield, OR
Prep Cook/Dishwasher Supervisor
07.2019 - 12.2019
Job overview
- I was responsible for maintaining the dish pit helping with prep and stock as well as helping open the store.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots or knifes used often by kitchen staff.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents and sanitizers to protect customer health.
- Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
- Helped team meet expected demands by restocking work areas throughout restaurant such as server stations, salad bars and supply cupboards.
- Paid close attention to instructions from supervisor to complete tasks on time.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions and completed minor repairs to keep equipment functioning.
- Used a BNK sprayer to loosen food residue and enhance cleaning.
- Gently moved glassware, crystal and other delicate items to prevent breakage.
WalmartSpringfield, OR
Warehouse Associate
01.2019 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Unloading palettes, scanning products, separating truckloads, and taking products all through the store, making sure different zones are shelved accordingly.
- Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds or more pounds.
- Satisfied documentation requirements by using SAP software to produce estimates, invoices and tracking spreadsheets.
- Operated box or straight trucks and cargo vans.
- Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
- Handled daily customer service aspects and maintained positive relationships with external customers and freight partners.
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
BUY2Eugene, OR
Cashier Team Lead
08.2018 - 12.2018
Job overview
- Monitored areas for security issues and safety hazards.
- Quickly and accurately counted drawers at start and end of each shift.
- Performed store opening, closing and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Monitored self-checkout systems and provided assistance or intervention where required.
- Supervised cashiers to boost customer service levels, check accurate balance for transactions, and promote smooth operations.
- Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
- Operated POS cash register and equipment to collect payments.
- Led opening and closing procedures and conducted cashier drops, cash control, and vault monitoring.
- Trained team members on cash register operation and cash handling.
- Interpreted and enforced operating instructions, procedures and safety rules.
- Processed checks, cash and credit purchases or refunds.
- Evaluated professionalism of checkouts and kept team members on top of cleaning tasks.
- Resolved escalated customer disputes with special actions such as discounts.
- Trained, mentored and developed new cashiers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions.
- Delivered backup coverage to provide customers with optimal support.
Kirby Vacuum Service And SuppliesSpringfield, OR
Sales Associate Team Leader
08.2017 - 12.2017
Job overview
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Developed, marketed and sold full range of products and support services.
- Maintained records related to sales, returns and inventory availability.
- Worked alongside retail representatives to enhance product presentations and advertising collateral.
- Tracked stock using company inventory management software.
- Evaluated inventory and delivery needs and optimized strategies to meet customer demands.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Achieved perfect attendance and on-time record.
- Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
- Trained and developed new hires in company processes, product knowledge, customer service and selling techniques.
- Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
- Loaded and unloaded merchandise using ladder and pallet jack.
- Applied security and loss prevention training toward recognizing risks and reducing store theft.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Boosted sales by conferring with customers to evaluate purchase requirements and recommend best-fit company offerings.
Patrick IndustriesSpringfield, OR
Wildland Firefighter
02.2016 - 11.2016
Job overview
- I had the great privilege to do this for 3 years in a row as an f2 team member
- 2 weeks in the woods at a time, I've used a chainsaw, can stay up to at least 24 hours at a time, and carry more than 50 pounds at a time
- Ales
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Acted quickly to contain hazardous chemicals likely to catch fire, leak or spill.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Established water supplies, connected hoses, and directed water onto fires.
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Notified fire dispatchers to detail difficulties encountered, request additional firefighters and obtain emergency supplies.
- Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Assessed active fires and consulted with fire chief to devise optimal approach and containment strategies.
Education
Mt Ridge High School
High school diploma
09.2011 - 06.2014
University Overview
- Elected Captain of Basketball team.
- Awarded Best actor in theater
- Awarded varsity cross country
- Awarded varsity Golf
Skills
Garnishing
Food rotation
Menu planning
Food presentation talent
Ingredients measuring
Food spoilage prevention
Vendor liaison
Kitchen sanitation
Conveyor ovens
Frying
Sanitization
Order delivery practices
Food safety
Decision Making
Recipes and menu planning
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 4 staff members.
- Achieved Big/ complex orders by completing prep and keeping our inventory stacked with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved higher sales and staffing longevity through effectively helping with not only all sections of the. kitchen but keeping up with specials as well.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of large catering events.
- Documented and resolved kitchen staffing problems which led to efficiency and breathing room.
Additional Information
- Maintained 99% positive customer rating with our food over at claim 52.
- Worked 38% harder than most of my team members.
- Chosen as a target example for other reps during trainings.
- Scored a 90% or above in the OSHA Certified Professional training program.
Certification
ServSafe
Social media, business and e-comerce
Currently looking to apply strategies that can elevate my target audience and help with my influence factor by utilizing streaming services Google ad sense and social media apps to drive traffic and build community around my brand.
I'm working on a seasonal fashion line starting as an online store/nft play ground.
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
Makoto
02.2021 - 06.2022
Assistant Manager in Training
Taco Bell
05.2020 - 11.2020
Prep Cook/Dishwasher Supervisor
Planktown
07.2019 - 12.2019
Warehouse Associate
Walmart
01.2019 - 06.2019
Cashier Team Lead
BUY2
08.2018 - 12.2018
Sales Associate Team Leader
Kirby Vacuum Service And Supplies
08.2017 - 12.2017
Wildland Firefighter
Patrick Industries
02.2016 - 11.2016
Mt Ridge High School
High school diploma
09.2011 - 06.2014