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Charles DuBrock

Saint Robert

Summary

Experienced First Cook specializing in high-volume culinary operations with a strong focus on quality control and safety compliance. Proven track record in staff training, inventory management, and equipment maintenance, enhancing kitchen efficiency and productivity. Communicator adept at multitasking in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering exceptional culinary results.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

First Cook

Blackstone
Fort Leonard Wood
11.2022 - Current
  • Prepared and cooked diverse dishes in fast-paced kitchen environment.
  • Ensured cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace and equipment.
  • Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
  • Monitored inventory levels and assisted in ordering necessary supplies.
  • Conducted regular inspections of kitchen equipment for proper functioning.
  • Maintained compliance with local health codes, sanitation regulations, and HACCP guidelines.
  • Managed portion control using appropriate utensils during preparation and plating.

Second Cook/ Cook

E.D.P. enterprises
Fort Leonard Wood
04.2017 - 11.2022
  • Prepared and cooked diverse menu items in high-volume kitchen environment.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and cooking areas.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal delivery.
  • Monitored food safety practices to uphold health standards consistently.
  • Trained new staff on cooking techniques and kitchen protocols.
  • Demonstrated versatility by adapting to various cooking stations as needed.
  • Managed equipment usage while performing routine maintenance on tools.
  • Operated kitchen equipment including ovens, grills, fryers, and blenders safely.

Lead Carpenter

Penncraft Homes
Knox
01.2007 - 12.2016
  • Supervised carpentry projects from start to finish, ensuring quality standards.
  • Collaborated with subcontractors and suppliers to coordinate project timelines.
  • Trained junior carpenters on safety procedures and construction techniques.
  • Read blueprints and technical drawings to plan project execution effectively.
  • Operated tools and equipment for framing, roofing, and finishing tasks.
  • Inspected work sites for compliance with building codes and safety regulations.
  • Managed inventory of materials, ensuring availability for ongoing projects.
  • Communicated with clients to understand project specifications and requirements.
  • Executed complex framing tasks such as rafter installation, wall sheathing, roofing systems.
  • Performed finish work such as trimming doors, windows, installing countertops, cabinetry.
  • Supervised a team of carpenters to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Planned ahead for future needs by assessing available materials and ordering additional supplies as needed.
  • Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
  • Ensured that all building codes and safety regulations were followed throughout each project.
  • Coordinated with subcontractors, suppliers, vendors, and clients as necessary.
  • Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
  • Troubleshot problems related to construction techniques or materials used in carpentry projects.
  • Inspected job sites prior to beginning work to identify any potential safety issues.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on power tools and other equipment used by the carpentry team.
  • Trained junior staff members on proper use of hand and power tools and safe working practices.
  • Managed inventory levels of supplies required for successful completion of projects.
  • Shaped materials to exact measurements for job requirements with hand tools and power equipment.
  • Implemented new processes or methods for more efficient execution of carpentry operations.
  • Planned work based on blueprints and individual project specifications.
  • Maintained accurate records of materials, tools, and labor used on all carpentry jobs.
  • Developed strategies to minimize costs while maintaining quality standards.
  • Organized resources effectively to complete multiple projects simultaneously with minimal delays.
  • Anchored and braced forms to complete precise joining.
  • Assisted in the development of blueprints and schematics for carpentry projects.
  • Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
  • Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
  • Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
  • Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements.
  • Used band, circular and compound miter saws.
  • Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
  • Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
  • Prioritized work, keeping carpentry jobs on task and within budget.
  • Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
  • Measured, cut, and installed staircase spindles.
  • Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
  • Laid and stained oak casings and hardwood floors.
  • Applied design-specific wood and composite trim according to architectural plans and neighborhood regulations.
  • Applied acoustic paneling to ceilings and walls to adjust sound absorption and rebound within rooms.
  • Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
  • Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
  • Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.

Kitchen Manager

Gimmicks Resturant
Brookville
01.2000 - 01.2007
  • Managed kitchen staff schedules and ensured optimal coverage during peak hours.
  • Oversaw food preparation processes and maintained high-quality standards in dishes.
  • Implemented safety protocols and trained staff on safe food handling practices.
  • Coordinated inventory management and maintained stock levels for all kitchen supplies.
  • Developed and updated menus based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
  • Conducted regular inspections to ensure cleanliness and compliance with health regulations.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to enhance customer service experience.
  • Resolved conflicts among kitchen team members to maintain a positive work environment.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
  • Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
  • Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
  • Promoted an atmosphere of teamwork among kitchen staff members by fostering open communication between team members.
  • Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
  • Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
  • Supervised food production processes ensuring high quality standards were met throughout each stage of preparation.
  • Kept kitchen equipment properly functioning by following manufacturer's operating instructions and educating staff on proper use.
  • Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
  • Oversaw meal preparation and monitored food handling to encourage safety.
  • Motivated kitchen staff by establishing goals to increase productivity and quality.
  • Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
  • Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.
  • Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
  • Received, organized and rotated paper goods and food ingredients.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a positive attitude towards guests at all times.
  • Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
  • Evaluated employee performance through observation of work habits, attitude toward customers and adherence to company policies.
  • Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling and restaurant protocols.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws governing food service operations.
  • Utilized various preparation and cooking methods to create menu items in accordance with recipes.
  • Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy before authorizing payment transactions.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
  • Assisted in developing menus according to seasonal availability of ingredients as well as customer preferences.
  • Implemented surface and equipment schedules and standards to maintain clean, neat and sanitized kitchen.
  • Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, safety protocols and performance reviews.
  • Used learning tools and programs to develop and maintain knowledge of food products, promotions and sales functions.
  • Assisted restaurant owners with pricing by providing ingredient costs and portioning information.
  • Analyzed financial data including sales reports, budgeting information and cost analysis reports to make operational decisions.
  • Interviewed, hired and supervised back of house staff to clean tables, remove dishes, take food to tables and assist servers and bartenders.
  • Collaborated with chefs to create innovative recipes that utilized fresh ingredients from local suppliers.
  • Provided feedback during tasting sessions to help refine existing dishes or develop new ones.
  • Trained new employees to perform duties.
  • Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
  • Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
  • Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
  • Assisted staff by serving food and beverages or bussing tables.
  • Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
  • Supervised activities of dining room staff to maintain service levels and support guest needs.
  • Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
  • Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.

Project Manager

L.J. Bish Construction
Mayport
01.1990 - 01.2000
  • Led project planning and scheduling for multiple construction sites.
  • Coordinated communication between clients, subcontractors, and team members.
  • Managed project budgets and resource allocation effectively.
  • Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance on job sites.
  • Oversaw quality control processes throughout construction phases.
  • Facilitated regular progress meetings to discuss project status and issues.
  • Developed risk management strategies to mitigate potential delays.
  • Mentored junior project managers in best practices and methodologies.
  • Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
  • Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
  • Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
  • Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
  • Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
  • Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
  • Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
  • Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
  • Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for successful completion of projects.
  • Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
  • Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
  • Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
  • Identified risks associated with each project and developed strategies for mitigating those risks.
  • Managed contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
  • Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
  • Developed solutions to project risks and issues, meeting quality and timeline goals and objectives.
  • Communicated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.
  • Implemented effective communication protocols between internal teams working on different aspects of a given project.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures throughout the life cycle of each project.
  • Created team objectives and roles with specific goals outlined for each individual.
  • Determined project staffing needs and led resource management.
  • Drove continuous improvement of project delivery process by providing strong leadership.
  • Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
  • Participated in cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative solutions for complex problems.
  • Drafted project construction schedule and updated as job progressed.
  • Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by executive leadership team.
  • Actively sought out feedback from stakeholders throughout the duration of a project in order to identify areas needing improvement or adjustment.
  • Analyzed data from various sources such as surveys, interviews, focus groups. to inform decision-making related to projects.
  • Presented findings from data analysis in a clear, concise manner that was easily understood by stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Advised other departments on best practices related to managing large-scale projects.
  • Identified project needs by reviewing project objectives and schedules.
  • Conferred with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and technologies.

Military Solider

US Army
Fort Leonard Wood
01.1986 - 01.1990
  • Trained personnel in safety protocols and emergency response procedures.
  • Maintained and operated various military equipment and weapons systems.
  • Conducted reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence on enemy positions.
  • Collaborated with team members to execute strategic operations effectively.
  • Provided logistical support for troop movements and supply chain management.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for new recruits and junior soldiers.
  • Assessed threats and devised tactical plans to enhance mission success.
  • Ensured compliance with military regulations during all operations and exercises.
  • Cultivated excellent work ethic, dedication to duty, and timeliness in work actions.
  • Followed orders and carried out mission directives with professionalism and compassion despite chaotic and emotionally stressful circumstances.
  • Displayed leadership in accomplishing assignments and learning new skills.
  • Maintained accountability of assigned equipment and supplies to ensure readiness for operations.
  • Worked in small groups to accomplish complex goals within tight deadlines and standards.
  • Supervised the maintenance of vehicles and other military equipment according to standards.
  • Participated in joint training exercises with allied forces to build relationships between nations.
  • Conducted physical training and ensured all Soldiers achieved required fitness levels.
  • Monitored unit morale and welfare activities, providing guidance to improve morale when necessary.
  • Used rifles, machine guns and other weapons to suppress enemy forces during warfare.
  • Developed expertise in small arms use, care, and accountability.
  • Provided instruction on weapons systems, tactics, and techniques to junior enlisted personnel.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws, policies, and regulations while executing operations.
  • Conducted classes to teach fellow soldiers in platoon about safety and awareness topics.
  • Inspected living areas for safety hazards or health concerns related to sanitation issues.
  • Assisted in the preparation of administrative documents such as awards, evaluations, and promotion packets.
  • Organized logistics for field exercises including transportation coordination and supply management.
  • Enforced safety protocols at all times while conducting hazardous tasks such as demolitions.
  • Provided tactical and technical guidance to facilitate unit duties.
  • Acted as an initial point of contact between command staff members and subordinate units.
  • Developed operational plans for various missions in accordance with established regulations.
  • Managed daily operations at forward operating bases by coordinating resources from multiple departments.
  • Led troops during live fire training scenarios using realistic terrain environments.
  • Advised command staff on potential risks associated with operations prior to mission execution.
  • Collaborated with medical personnel to provide medical aid when needed during operations.
  • Performed duties as a member of a security detail in support of high-level government officials.
  • Maintained accurate, updated files on civilian and military personnel in battalion.
  • Led small teams in drill and ceremony practices, fostering discipline and cohesion.
  • Completed basic and advanced combat training courses, mastering individual soldier skills.
  • Briefed superiors on mission outcomes and suggested improvements for future operations.
  • Operated securely in diverse environments, adapting to various terrains and weather conditions.
  • Participated in community service projects, representing the military organization positively.
  • Engaged in continuous education on military law, ethics, and conduct standards.
  • Utilized advanced communication equipment to relay critical information during operations.
  • Performed risk assessments before missions to minimize potential threats and casualties.
  • Participated in team-based tactical exercises focusing on effective communication and strategy implementation.
  • Responded immediately to routine and critical accidents, incidents and other emergencies.
  • Used artillery and missiles to protect infantry and tank units.
  • Reviewed mission tasking, intelligence and weather information.
  • Provided precision to carry out increasingly complex missions.
  • Assisted in development of weapons and tactics.
  • Secured and protected air, land and sea positions from enemy attack.
  • Targeted, fired and maintained weapons used to destroy enemy positions.
  • Abstracted key environmental information to employ wide range of high-tech systems and weaponry.
  • Managed personnel and weapons operations to destroy enemy positions, aircraft and vessels.
  • Utilized missiles and rockets to defend aircraft.
  • Directed artillery crew members to position, maintain and fire guns.
  • Leveraged guns, cannons and howitzers in ground combat operations.

Education

GED -

Red Bank Valley
New Bethlehem, PA
01-1986

Skills

  • Food preparation
  • Kitchen safety
  • Meal plating
  • Inventory management
  • Equipment maintenance
  • High-volume cooking
  • Team collaboration
  • Staff training
  • Time management
  • Quality control
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Portion control
  • Customer service
  • Cooking under pressure
  • Training new staff
  • Professionalism in the kitchen
  • Knife skills
  • Order prioritization
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Sanitation practices
  • Cutting and slicing techniques
  • Cooking techniques
  • Cost control
  • Kitchen sanitation management
  • New hire training
  • Positive and professional
  • Temperature control
  • Stock management
  • Focused and disciplined
  • High volume production capability
  • Supply restocking
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Operations management
  • Cooking
  • Problem-solving
  • Project management
  • Budget management
  • Risk assessment
  • Contract negotiation
  • Blueprint reading
  • Team supervision
  • Equipment operation
  • Material estimation
  • Food safety
  • Meal preparation
  • Training staff
  • Client communication
  • Leadership skills
  • Intelligence gathering
  • Weapon maintenance
  • Intelligence communication
  • Survival techniques
  • Mortar and artillery operations
  • Hand-to-hand combat techniques
  • Risk assessments
  • Positive attitude
  • Hand-to-hand combat
  • Vehicle operation
  • Physical fitness
  • Team building
  • Armed combat operations
  • Strategic thinking
  • Menu development
  • Kitchen operations
  • Performance evaluation
  • Vendor relationships
  • Team management
  • Labor and food cost control
  • Trained in performance and wage reviews
  • Full service restaurant background
  • Menu pricing
  • Order delivery practices
  • Recruitment
  • Table management
  • Customer engagement
  • Staff scheduling

Affiliations

  • Restoring cars
  • Collecting cars
  • Volunteer Lawn care Service for Several Veterans
  • Fishing
  • Spending time with my dog Dozer

Languages

English
Professional
German
Limited

Accomplishments

  • 2018 Named best cycle support for Bravo Company from DFAC 754
  • 2024 Awarded perfect attendance DFAC 1010
  • Raising my two children
  • Help raise my grandchildren
  • 1988 Award expert marksmanship in US Army

Certification

  • Serve Safe certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

First Cook

Blackstone
11.2022 - Current

Second Cook/ Cook

E.D.P. enterprises
04.2017 - 11.2022

Lead Carpenter

Penncraft Homes
01.2007 - 12.2016

Kitchen Manager

Gimmicks Resturant
01.2000 - 01.2007

Project Manager

L.J. Bish Construction
01.1990 - 01.2000

Military Solider

US Army
01.1986 - 01.1990

GED -

Red Bank Valley

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