Stephen Barnes
Summary
Versatile and results-driven professional with a proven track record at Waterside Business Logistics, enhancing warehouse efficiency and shipment accuracy. Excelled in schedule management and documentation, while fostering team collaboration and customer satisfaction. Skilled in both warehouse operations and food safety standards, demonstrating a unique blend of technical and interpersonal abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping Coordinator
Waterside Business Logistics
10.2023 - Current
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Oversaw warehouse crew stocking inventory and preparing loads.
- Reviewed paperwork to determine priorities and set schedules.
- Generated end-of-day reports covering shipments, productivity, and financial totals.
Expeditor
Jack of Cups Saloon
09.2018 - 04.2024
- Organized dining area based on reservations, minimizing waiting times.
- Maintained kitchen productivity, guaranteeing timely preparation, and serving of dishes in alignment with customer specifications.
- Trained new expeditors and food runners according to company policies and standards.
- Confirmed proper placement of products and side items while implementing special instructions.
- Played key role in bolstering high-end dining experience by optimizing resources allocation.
- Arranged tables and chairs for special occasions and events.
Barback
Drop In Bar and Deli
09.2017 - 04.2019
- Delivered food to customers at bar and tables.
- Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age.
- Maintained adequate levels of condiments and well-stocked drink stations to keep service flowing smoothly.
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
Line Cook
Drop In Bar and Deli
08.2017 - 04.2019
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
Server
Volta Taverna
02.2016 - 08.2017
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
University of Mississippi
University, MSHigh School Diploma -
William B. Murrah High School
Jackson, MS05-2013
Skills
- Warehouse operations
- Schedule management
- Documentation skills
- Transportation planning
- Food safety knowledge
- Order accuracy
- Food quality standards
- Guest needs assessment
- Server monitoring
- Ice restocking
- Garnish preparation
- Glass collection
- Bar organization
- Bartender backup
- Clearing tables
- Menu development
- Recruitment
- Quality assurance
Hobbies
Love making art and playing my guitar and riding my bike and working out and binging different fantasy series and learning new things.
Additional Information
I'm hard working, quick to pick up on social cues, and understand a sense of urgency. I pride myself on my attention to detail, which I only partly attribute to my OCD.
Timeline
Shipping Coordinator
Waterside Business Logistics
10.2023 - Current
Expeditor
Jack of Cups Saloon
09.2018 - 04.2024
Barback
Drop In Bar and Deli
09.2017 - 04.2019
Line Cook
Drop In Bar and Deli
08.2017 - 04.2019
Server
Volta Taverna
02.2016 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
University of Mississippi
High School Diploma -
William B. Murrah High School
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