Stephen Davis
Hickory,NC
Summary
Team Leader experienced in training and developing groups of people to accomplish a variety of missions. Accustomed to working in high stress and occasionally even dangerous environments. Experienced in working with people who are from different nations and do not speak english. Great at problem solving, critical thinking, and detail oriented.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Olive Garden
10.2023 - Current
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
Team Leader
US Army
04.2019 - 09.2023
- Led and mentored teams of 4-9 soldiers both inside the United States and in combat environments to complete assigned missions.
- Responsible for writing monthly performance counselings for soldiers and developing plans for their self betterment.
- Carried out administrative duties including financial and medical readiness of soldiers to assure they maintained a state of readiness.
- Guided soldiers through career and educational development both in and out of the military.
- Fostered a respectful and professional working environment so as to maintain maximum effectiveness as a team.
- Deployed to both Baghdad, Iraq and Kabul, Afghanistan as part of an emergency response force with less than 24 hours notice.
- Partook in multiple extended training exercises across the United States to include Louisiana and Kentucky.
- Fostered relations amongst partner nations during deployments, working with different nations militaries such as British, Spanish, and Russian forces.
- Earned a variety of awards during service to include 3 Army Commendation Medals for actions in a combat environment.
- Graduated the NCO academy Basic Leadership Course as part of the commandants list, top 10% of class.
- Graduated the US Army Airborne School earning the title of a paratrooper.
- Was awarded multiple Certificates of Achievement for peace time operations including one from US Army Special Operations Command.
Assistant Manager
Stephen's Main Street Grill
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
Cook
Stephens Main Street Grill
07.2014 - 04.2018
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Inspected appliances, commercial fryers, and ovens to verify proper working order.
Volunteer Firefighter
Drexel Fire Department
07.2016 - 06.2017
- Assessed and repaired fire extinguishers and various fire equipment for stations.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
- Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
Education
Associate of Arts - History
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC05.2024
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
Morganton, NC01.2019
Skills
- Staff Training
- Conflict Resolution
- Daily Workflow Improvement
- Overseeing Daily Activities
- Smart Goals
- Attention to Detail
- People Management
- Government Policy
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Performance Evaluations
- Performance Improvement
Timeline
Line Cook
Olive Garden
10.2023 - Current
Team Leader
US Army
04.2019 - 09.2023
Assistant Manager
Stephen's Main Street Grill
04.2018 - 04.2019
Volunteer Firefighter
Drexel Fire Department
07.2016 - 06.2017
Cook
Stephens Main Street Grill
07.2014 - 04.2018
Associate of Arts - History
Fayetteville Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
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