Washington Collier
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Resourceful Cook Operator and Oil Field Worker experienced in enhancing operational efficiency and safety protocols. Achieved high productivity through precision cooking techniques and effective inventory management while managing rig operations and machinery maintenance. Focused on delivering exceptional results under pressure, demonstrating adaptability, teamwork, and leadership in challenging environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Operator
Garciasmexicanrestaurants
Lubbock
07.2023 - Current
- Operated grills, fryers, and stovetops for daily meal production
- Followed recipes and portion standards for consistent dish preparation
- Ensured food quality and freshness prior to cooking and plating
- Prepared authentic Mexican entérees for Garcia's restaurant kitchen service
- Maintained organized workstations throughout shifts by discarding unused ingredients and cleaning surfaces.
- Trained new staff on proper safety procedures for handling food products
- Monitored inventory levels to maintain sufficient stock for kitchen operations based on usage patterns
- Estimated amounts of ingredients required for daily menus based on projected customer numbers.
Oil Field Worker
All star roustabout
Denver City, Texas
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Supported an All Star Roustabout crew with wellsite maintenance and rig-up tasks.
- Inspected oilfield equipment to ensure proper functioning and safety standards.
- Repaired tanks, pipes, and fittings across roustabout work areas.
- Installed, repaired, and maintained pipelines, pumps, valves, separators, storage tanks, and other related equipment.
- Assisted with casing, tubing, and pipe handling during wellsite work.
- Loaded, unloaded, and staged materials for field service operations.
- Cleaned lease sites, removed debris, and maintained orderly work zones.
- Followed safety procedures and used protective gear throughout oilfield jobs.
- Performed preventative maintenance on oilfield machinery to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.
- Calibrated instruments used in measuring flow rates of crude oil or natural gas products.
- Maintained accurate records of supplies used during jobs for billing purposes.
- Monitored fluid levels in storage tanks to ensure optimal operation. in tanks and adjusted accordingly based on customer needs.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations when working on rigs located offshore or near environmentally sensitive areas.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as spills or fires at drilling sites.
Education
Mathew’s Alternative School
Lubbock, TXSkills
- Grill operation
- Fryer operation
- Portion control
- Food safety
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Equipment inspection
- Inventory monitoring
- Safety compliance
- Environmental regulations
- Hazardous materials
- Heavy machinery operation
- Pressure control systems
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Team coordination
- Team communication
- Clear communication
- Attention to detail
- Safety awareness
- Materials management
- Rig equipment selection
Timeline
Cook Operator
Garciasmexicanrestaurants
07.2023 - Current
Oil Field Worker
All star roustabout
03.2020 - 10.2022
Mathew’s Alternative School