WILLIAM HELLMAN
Albany,NY
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with a proven track record at Dovetail Restaurant, excelling in kitchen equipment operation and quality control. Adept at delivering exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments, showcasing strong knife skills and team collaboration to enhance dining experiences and maintain high standards of food safety.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Embroiderer
Tshirt Graphics
Ballston Spa, New York
10.2024 - 08.2025
- Operated embroidery machines to produce high-quality designs for apparel.
- Prepared fabric and garments for embroidery by ensuring proper alignment and tension.
- Reviewed finished products for quality control, ensuring adherence to company standards.
Back of House Associate
Next Door Kitchen and Bar
Ballston Spa, New York
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Prepared and cooked high-quality meals following standard recipes.
- Adhered to health department regulations regarding food storage, sanitation, temperature control.
- Completed daily prep lists in order to have necessary ingredients ready for meal service.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
Cook
Roli Roti
Oakland, CA
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Achieved serve safe food handler certification
- Enhanced customer experience by delivering efficient and exceptional service.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during high-volume service periods.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace throughout shifts.
Meat Clerk
Berkeley Bowl
Berkeley, CA
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Skilled in cutting, trimming, packaging, and exhibiting multiple cuts of meat.
- Prepared and packaged various cuts of meat for display and sale.
- Assisted customers with product selection and special requests.
- Maintained product knowledge to respond to customer questions and make suggestions.
Inspector
PG&E
Walnut Creek, CA
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Executed thorough inspection of PE distribution services and mains.
- Conducted service walks to assess potential locations for reg sets.
- Skilled in applicant-installed side management.
- Participated in training programs to stay updated on industry standards and practices.
Inspector
Gulf Interstate Field Services
Oakland, CA
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Conducted welding inspection in stations, overseeing new pipeline construction and tie-ins.
- Served as site inspector for integrity digs stream, overseeing casing removal and remediation efforts.
- IInspected pipelines regarding coating process standards.
- Performed thorough inspection of distribution and transmission lines.
Boat Builder
Scarano Boatbuilding
Albany, NY
02.2015 - 06.2016
- Carried out aluminum spray transfer with precision and GTAW welding
- Refurbished and upheld older vessels, ranging from ferries to yachts.
- Constructed 48-foot sloop and 100-foot, 22-beam yacht from frame to fairing
- Utilize skills in fiberglass, wood and metal milling, carpentry, and various coatings including epoxies, resins, rolled and sprayed primer, varnish, and finish paint.
- Utilized scissor lifts, fork trucks, bridge cranes, and knuckle booms while demonstrating rigging expertise.
Machinist
Incodema
Ithaca, NY
08.2013 - 11.2014
- Executed steel fabrication utilizing GMAW and GTAW techniques.
- Operated multi-axis water jet, horizontal CNC machine, wire EDM, CNC lathes, and manual presses while collaborating closely with QC in a precision-focused environment.
- Utilize various inspection tools for thorough evaluations.
- Supervised operations as senior shift leader for laser and water jet bay.
Cook
Dovetail Restaurant
New York, NY
12.2007 - 07.2008
- Contributor to opening team achieving 3-star rating.
- Oversaw preparation of Garde Manger, Hot Appetizers, and Meat Entremetier dishes
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Performed general upkeep of machinery.
Education
GTAW course - concentrating on light gauge metals
Laney
Oakland, CA05.2018
Combination welding degree -
Apex Technical School
New York, NY12.2009
Some College (No Degree) - Successfully completed hands-on training culinary courses. Disciplines and coursework included: New World Cuisine, Introduction to Baking and Pastry, Dining Room, Food Safety, Classical European Cuisine and Soups, Stocks and Sauces
Johnson And Wales Culinary School
Providence, RISome College (No Degree) -
Tompkins Cortland Community College
Dryden, NYSkills
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Customer service
- Fast-paced adaptability
- Knife skills
- Quality control
- Team collaboration
- Food safety
Timeline
Embroiderer
Tshirt Graphics
10.2024 - 08.2025
Back of House Associate
Next Door Kitchen and Bar
08.2023 - 09.2024
Cook
Roli Roti
01.2022 - 08.2022
Meat Clerk
Berkeley Bowl
04.2021 - 01.2022
Inspector
PG&E
07.2020 - 12.2020
Inspector
Gulf Interstate Field Services
05.2018 - 03.2020
Boat Builder
Scarano Boatbuilding
02.2015 - 06.2016
Machinist
Incodema
08.2013 - 11.2014
Cook
Dovetail Restaurant
12.2007 - 07.2008
GTAW course - concentrating on light gauge metals
Laney
Combination welding degree -
Apex Technical School
Some College (No Degree) - Successfully completed hands-on training culinary courses. Disciplines and coursework included: New World Cuisine, Introduction to Baking and Pastry, Dining Room, Food Safety, Classical European Cuisine and Soups, Stocks and Sauces
Johnson And Wales Culinary School
Some College (No Degree) -
Tompkins Cortland Community College