Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Thomas Peebles

Abilene

Summary

Accomplished professional offering great communication and customer service skills. Reliable and dedicated when working alone or as part of team.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Contractor

Stevens Real Estate
Abilene
03.2017 - Current

Complete all aspects of full home renovations including:

  • Plumbing
  • Electrical
  • Framing
  • Sheetrock repair/finishing
  • Interior/exterior painting
  • Landscaping
  • Flooring
  • Oversee sub-contractors and ensure quality of work
  • Resolved any problems encountered during the course of construction work.
  • Evaluated existing structures for repair or replacement options.
  • Provided guidance and training to new team members as needed in order to meet performance goals.
  • Applied changes requested by designers, owners, or inspectors to optimize work.
  • Monitored progress against established timelines for each project to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Performed regular inspections to ensure quality control standards were being met throughout the project
  • Developed innovative solutions to challenging construction problems.
  • Implemented corrective action plans when necessary due to unexpected delays or obstacles encountered during construction activities.

General Manager

Abilene Seafood Tavern
Abilene
02.2013 - 02.2017
  • Directed daily operations to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction.
  • Managed staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluations effectively.
  • Oversaw inventory management and supply chain processes for all food products.

  • Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety standards in food preparation.
  • Analyzed financial reports to optimize budget allocations and reduce costs.
  • Fostered a positive work environment through team-building activities and communication.
  • Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
  • Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
  • Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
  • Created schedules and monitored payroll to remain within budget.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
  • Administered employee discipline through verbal and written warnings.
  • Maintained relationships with vendors to obtain the best pricing on supplies and materials.

Front of House Manager

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
Houston
01.2008 - 01.2013
  • Supervised front of house operations to ensure smooth service and guest satisfaction.
  • Managed staff schedules and coordinated shifts for optimal coverage and efficiency.
  • Trained new employees on customer service protocols and operational procedures.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery to guests.
  • Resolved guest complaints promptly to maintain a positive dining experience.
  • Implemented safety standards and procedures to comply with health regulations.
  • Facilitated team meetings to discuss performance, challenges, and improvements.
  • Managed day-to-day restaurant operations with focus on quality and meeting customer expectations.
  • Directed front of house operations to deliver positive guest experiences through friendly service and attention to guest needs.
  • Performed daily opening and closing duties such as setting up registers, counting money.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Provided support to servers when needed during busy periods or peak hours.
  • Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding sanitation and safety standards.
  • Oversaw employee recruiting, hiring, performance management and discipline.
  • Assisted with training new staff members on proper customer service techniques.
  • Supervised the performance of waitstaff to ensure they were providing excellent service to customers.
  • Monitored dining room cleanliness and tidiness at all times.
  • Handled guest complaints quickly to maintain positive dining experience for patrons.
  • Maintained cash registers throughout shift and ensured accuracy of transactions.
  • Interviewed, hired and trained new employees.

Welder

Daryl Black Welding
Abilene
01.2004 - 01.2008
  • Fabricated metal components using various welding techniques.
  • Operated welding machines and tools to complete projects efficiently.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve processes.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment for safety compliance.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
  • Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
  • Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.

Education

Cooper High School
Abilene, Texas

University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO

Hardin Simmons University
Abilene, TX

University of Houston
Houston, TX

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Quality control
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Team building
  • Employee training
  • Communication skills
  • Superb management skills
  • Project oversight
  • Plumbing
  • Electrical work
  • Subcontractor oversight
  • Remodeling techniques
  • Drywalling
  • Troubleshooting and diagnosis
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Safety
  • Client relations
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Timeline

Contractor

Stevens Real Estate
03.2017 - Current

General Manager

Abilene Seafood Tavern
02.2013 - 02.2017

Front of House Manager

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
01.2008 - 01.2013

Welder

Daryl Black Welding
01.2004 - 01.2008

Cooper High School

University of Colorado At Boulder

Hardin Simmons University

University of Houston
Thomas Peebles