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Michael Collins

Kansas City

Summary

Dynamic and highly motivated culinary professional with extensive experience at Olive Garden. Proven track record in food preparation and kitchen organization, ensuring high customer satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail. Adept at team coordination and maintaining cleanliness standards, contributing to a safe and efficient kitchen environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Line Cook

Olive Garden
02.2022 - Current
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.

Forklift Operator

CEVA Logistics Inc.
01.2020 - Current
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
  • Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
  • Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
  • Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
  • Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
  • Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
  • Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Expedited order fulfillment with proficient navigation of narrow aisles during the picking process without causing damage or delays.
  • Prevented stock discrepancies by performing routine inventory checks using both manual methods and automated systems.
  • Streamlined order processing by accurately updating inventory management software.
  • Contributed to warehouse organization by efficiently utilizing storage spaces and aisles.
  • Achieved high levels of product security by following best practices in cargo handling.
  • Facilitated collaborative work environment, readily assisting colleagues in heavy lifting tasks.
  • Increased storage efficiency with strategic pallet stacking and goods placement.
  • Promoted culture of safety, conducting informal peer training on forklift operation safety standards.
  • Reduced product damage by adhering to strict handling and lifting protocols.
  • Supported continuous operation by performing minor maintenance on forklifts, preventing downtime.
  • Enhanced safety on warehouse floor by conducting daily pre-operation forklift inspections.
  • Streamlined inventory management by accurately logging movements of goods.
  • Improved team coordination, leading to faster loading and unloading times by effectively communicating with warehouse staff.
  • Facilitated prompt shipping, executing precise and timely order fulfillment.
  • Ensured timely movement of products to designated areas, leading to smoother warehouse operation.
  • Increased operational flexibility by obtaining certifications for various types of forklifts.
  • Maintained clean and safe work environment, contributing to reduction in workplace accidents.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects efficiently and effectively.
  • Streamlined order processing, organizing goods for easy access and quick dispatch.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring that goods were handled with care, minimizing returns due to damage.
  • Optimized fuel usage and maintenance costs by operating forklifts in economical manner.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency, regularly updating skills through company-provided training sessions.
  • Reduced instances of stock discrepancies, meticulously tracking goods received against purchase orders.
  • Supported inventory accuracy, assisting in periodic stock counts and audits.
  • Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
  • Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
  • Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
  • Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
  • Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.
  • Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
  • Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
  • Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.

Dishwasher

Golden Corral Buffet and Grill
05.2019 - 03.2022
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
  • Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
  • Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
  • Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.

Education

High School Diploma - Diploma

Bergman School District
Bergman Arkansas
05.2012

Skills

  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Highly motivated
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Professional attitude
  • Customer service
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Active listener
  • Food preparation
  • Problem-solving
  • Food safety knowledge
  • Team coordination
  • Food safety
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Kitchen sanitization
  • Knife skills
  • Kitchen station setup
  • Kitchen sanitation
  • Following cooking methods
  • Deep fryer operation
  • Kitchen organization
  • Quality control
  • Kitchen operations
  • Line management

Certification

Forklift Certified

Timeline

Line Cook

Olive Garden
02.2022 - Current

Forklift Operator

CEVA Logistics Inc.
01.2020 - Current

Dishwasher

Golden Corral Buffet and Grill
05.2019 - 03.2022

High School Diploma - Diploma

Bergman School District
Michael Collins