Theodore Pharis
Columbia
Summary
Skilled Line Cook and Automotive Technician with a proven track record at Waffle House Restaurant and Volkswagen. Excelled in fast-paced environments, enhancing customer satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail and superior time management. Demonstrated proficiency in engine repair and a commitment to safety, significantly improving workplace efficiency.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Waffle House Restaurant
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Automotive Technician
Volkswagen
03.2023 - 09.2024
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
- Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
Education
High School Diploma -
A.C Flora
Columbia, SC03-2023
Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Engine repair
- Problem-solving
Certification
- Suspension and Steering Certification (A4) - National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence.
- OSHA Certified
- CompTIA Certification
- ASE Drive train certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Line Cook
Waffle House Restaurant
12.2024 - 01.2025
Automotive Technician
Volkswagen
03.2023 - 09.2024
High School Diploma -
A.C Flora