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EXECUTIVE CHEF
Professional Summary
Dear Sir or Madam, As an accomplished professional with thirty years of industry experience, I feel I'd be the perfect fit for a Retail Clerk at Fry's. My skills and training would add value to your organization, and I am excited about the opportunity to be a valuable contributing member of the team. The depth of experience I can offer will contribute to your leading industry position. I'd love the opportunity to help take Target to even higher levels than it is already.
Please review my attached resume for more details on the following qualifications: Rose from an Entry Position as Grill cook up to Executive Chef and Catering Manager at Arizona State University West. Began career with Lowes Improvement as a Customer Service Associate and was consistently promoted all the way to an Assistant Store Manager. Along the way I was Department Manager of Delivery and Receiving. Entered a new field as a Veterinarian Technician and eventually assisted the Doctor with surgery as an Anesthesiologist. Team building and organization, attention to detail, and time management have always been my strong points.
I would welcome the opportunity to speak with you to discuss how my background could make a major impact on your organization's success. I look forward to hearing from you and thank you for time!
Sincerely,
Jeffrey H. Watson
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Work History
Executive Chef09/1996 to 02/2004
Taher, Inc. – North Branch , MN
Taher, Inc. – North Branch , MN
- Created recipes, incorporating various techniques, to build flavor and unique visual appeal
- Supervised preparation of specialty items and customer requests to verify accuracy in production
- Worked with vendors to locate optimal recipe ingredients at cost-effective rates
- Maintained food cost at under 30% to promote long-term business profitability
- Incorporated customer recommendations and feedback to experiment with new dish creations
- Adjusted seasonal plans to source local ingredients and aligned special dishes with area events
- Monitored all meals served for temperature and visual appeal
- Assessed inventory levels every week and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted
- Created new menu items, managed food expenses and supervised quality to ensure adherence to standards
- Supervised 15 staff members and delivered mentorship to strengthen kitchen skills
- Planned and prepared food products orders to maintain appropriate stock levels
- Oversaw hiring, training and development of kitchen employees
- Worked closely with Kitchen Manager and Catering Manager and ASU Events Coordinator/Department Heads to create dynamic entrees for large banquets, including V.I.P. and Public events for up to 3000 people
- Prepared mise en place every day to promote efficient preparation of signature dishes
- Negotiated with food suppliers to cut costs by buying in bulk
- Avoided cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when preparing meals for individuals with food allergies and gluten intolerance
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to ensure overall safety and proper food handling techniques
- Continually aware of dramatic changes to kitchens, including Health Department Standards and customer requests for healthier food options
- Coordinated and executed menu planning, recipe development and daily restaurant operations
Veterinarian Technician01/2004 to 06/2008
Natural Pawz – Wayzata , MN
Natural Pawz – Wayzata , MN
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian
- Assisted veterinarian during surgical procedures by organizing operating room by preparing necessary tools and equipment
- Examined animal patients, asking pet owners appropriate questions regarding behavior, eating habits
- Restrained animals of all sizes appropriately during veterinary examinations and when immunizations were given
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, equipment and kennels to prevent spread of disease, control odors and maintain healthy environment
- Conducted preliminary patient work-ups including gathering patient history information, description of symptoms from owner, and documenting presenting condition
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions
- Evaluated incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care
- Monitored up to four animals in post-operative care unit for anesthesia recovery, vital signs and activity levels
- Administered routine, post-operative and daily treatments to animals under direction and supervision of veterinarian
- Administered medication, immunizations, and blood plasma to animals
- Collected feces, blood, urine or other body fluids for examination and analysis
- Cleaned kennels, animal holding areas, examination and operating rooms, and animal loading/unloading facilities
- Cleaned and maintained laboratory area
- Operated diagnostic equipment such as radiographic equipment and interpreted resulting images
- Filled prescriptions and coordinated refills for clients
- Examined animals to determine nature of disease and injuries
- Performed routine laboratory and diagnostic tests
- Sterilized instruments and equipment for necessary procedures
- Assisted veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines and operations
- Gave recovery care, feeding, administered medications to over 15 pets every day
Freight and Receiving Manager09/2008 to 06/2016
Klarna – Austin , TX
Klarna – Austin , TX
- Updated clients on cargo and mail statuses by closely monitoring receipt and tracking processes
- Entered shipping information into computer system and estimated freight and postal rates
- Directed delivery trucks to shipping doors or designated areas and helped unload and load goods
- Collaborated with team to define business requirements for organizational processes, achieve productivity standards and adhere to accuracy standards
- Adhered to established policies, procedures and compliance for satisfactory audit rating
- Established and maintained productive working relationships with staff to resolve operational difficulties and to promote interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to customer service provision
- Conducted training and change management processes to improve operations
- Complied with safety and hazardous material handling, storage regulatory requirements and internal procedures affecting business operations
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
- Identified and resolved process issues to encourage smoother procedures, more efficient workflow and overall business growth
- Worked with Store Manager to resolve Customer problems, improve operations and provide exceptional customer service
- Achieved over one million dollar amount of freight received and stocked in years time
- Managed over 12,000 items per truck both unloading and stocking
- Coordinated efficient storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours
- Managed shipping and receiving team, overseeing training, schedules and work assignments
Delivery Manager09/2008 to 12/2017
Lowes – City , STATE
Lowes – City , STATE
- Planned delivery routes according to traffic, weather and types of delivery
- Fielded customer questions and complaints and rectified issues
- Scheduled regular equipment and fleet maintenance
- Supervised delivery staff and general productivity
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies and safety procedures for rapid onboarding
- Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality service standards
- Managed scheduling and task delegation for 5-member delivery team
- Coordinated road crew logistics, including scheduling and mileage
- Refined and organized delivery processes for all incoming products
- Coordinated with customers to plan efficient or special deliveries
- Inspected deliveries for improper preparation and resolved concerns quickly to maintain schedules
- Monitored staff and organization of delivery department
- Managed average of 50 calls per day originating from both customers, staff and various levels of store management
Education
High School Diploma1977East Lyme High School-
City,
State
Accomplishments
- Acted as department head for Delivery (while I was Freight Manager)for several months while warehouse supervisor was on leave
- Worked my way up from Grill Line Cook to Executive Chef and Catering Manager
- Started as Sales Associate and worked up to Sales Specialist then Department Manager
- Identified a malfunctioning machine part of Fleet Heavy Lifting Equipment leading to a company wide safety improvement
- Climbed to Assistant Store Manager at the #792 Scottsdale Lowe's location before taking the Delivery/Freight Manager position in Gilbert
Certifications
Achieved Certificate of Accomplishment from The Culinary Institute of America In New York.
Billiards
I play for fun now although it has been a while. I used to be Team Captain in a local Eight Ball League.
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Resume Overview
School Attended
- East Lyme High School
Job Titles Held:
- Executive Chef
- Veterinarian Technician
- Freight and Receiving Manager
- Delivery Manager
Degrees
- High School Diploma 1977
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