anthony clanton
Fayetteville
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Dedicated professional experienced in environments. Focused and collaborative team player skillful in communicating and translating customer requests. Offering deep understanding of food safety, osha and health code requirements.
Motivated professional with several years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Creative and artistic professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.
Skilled Cook with experience in diverse culinary settings, from casual to fine dining. Developed unique recipes and plate presentations, demonstrating creativity and understanding of flavor profiles. Strong multitasking skills, able to manage multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining high standards for food quality and presentation. Contributed to overall improvement in kitchen efficiency and reduction of waste at previous workplace.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cook
Carrabbas
Fayetteville
06.2024 - Current
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items efficiently and accurately.
- Cooked and plated dishes according to Carrabbas' recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace throughout shifts.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques.
- Monitored food safety procedures to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate meal service during busy periods.
- Stocked kitchen supplies and inventory to support daily operations effectively.
- Followed portion control guidelines to minimize waste during food preparation.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Mover
Meek movers
Fayetteville
04.2015 - 02.2024
- Wrapped and protected items for safe transportation during moves.
- Loaded and unloaded furniture and boxes from moving trucks.
- Communicated with clients to understand their specific moving needs.
- Operated hand trucks and dollies to move heavy items effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow during moves.
- Maintained cleanliness of vehicles and equipment used for moving tasks.
- Adhered to safety protocols while handling fragile and heavy items.
- Lifted heavy objects using correct lifting techniques to avoid injury.
- Transported furniture, appliances, boxes and other items from one location to another in a timely manner.
- Loaded and unloaded company trucks with tools, equipment and furniture.
- Unloaded customer goods at the destination with care, ensuring that all items were accounted for and placed in their appropriate locations.
- Packaged items for transport, using protective materials such as bubble wrap, foam, blankets and shrink-wrap to prevent damage during transit.
- Assisted team members with loading and unloading tasks when needed; working cooperatively within a team environment to accomplish goals efficiently.
- Ensured customers' satisfaction by providing excellent customer service throughout the entire moving process.
- Received instructions from supervisor regarding job assignments; following instructions carefully while exercising independent judgment when necessary.
- Followed customer instructions about placement of items and special considerations for handling.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to resolve any issues that may arise during move; maintaining professional demeanor at all times.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area; disposing of any debris created during move in an appropriate manner according to company guidelines.
- Communicated with customers regarding moving needs and deadlines.
- Secured items in truck by strapping over protective padding.
- Assembled furniture at the customer's new residence or business premises.
- Braced, padded and supported items in packages to prevent shifting and damages.
- Coordinated pick-ups and deliveries with clients.
- Organized efficient daily work plans based on oral instructions and written directions to meet challenging objectives.
- Completed paperwork accurately including inventory lists of all items moved and delivery receipts.
- Reported any damages or lost items immediately upon discovery; taking corrective action where necessary according to company policies.
- Organized storage units prior to loading them into the truck or van; stacking heavier items on the bottom and lighter ones on top.
- Transported materials and pallets between areas.
- Adhered to safety regulations while operating company vehicles; wearing proper safety gear when handling large pieces of furniture or equipment.
- Provided customers with advice on how best to pack their belongings for safe transport.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on moving equipment such as dollies, hand trucks and straps before each move.
- Moved customer boxes to and from trucks, working quickly to maintain schedules.
- Inspected loaded trucks for accuracy of load against order sheets; ensuring all orders were fulfilled correctly before leaving pick up point.
- Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to target locations, preventing unnecessary delays, and promoting productivity.
- Labeled packages and boxes to keep track of client items.
- Handled customer transactions for services rendered and helped clients fill out appropriate paperwork.
- Protected company inventory by maintaining and organizing storage areas.
- Planned safe and practical routes based on traffic patterns, weather conditions and company policies.
- Loaded completed orders on pallets according to delivery numbers.
- Walked through customer sites with checklists to verify job completion.
- Researched various routes from origin to destination in order to minimize travel time and fuel costs; selecting shortest route available.
- Observed strict quality standards for box and furniture packing, avoiding damage or destruction of items.
- Kept detailed records of items moved, ensuring accountability and loss prevention.
- Communicated effectively with clients and team members to coordinate moving plans.
- Demonstrated flexibility, adapting to unexpected changes or challenges during moves.
- Operated moving trucks and vehicles, adhering to traffic laws and regulations.
- Inspected items for damage before and after the move, documenting any issues.
- Maintained clean and orderly moving trucks, ensuring equipment is stored properly.
- Conducted pre-move surveys to estimate the volume and type of items for moving.
- Participated in ongoing training to improve moving techniques and customer service skills.
- Assisted in estimating costs and timeframes for moving projects.
- Coordinated with team members to ensure smooth and efficient moving operations.
- Managed inventory of moving supplies, restocking as necessary.
- Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.
- Checked cargo before transportation and determined if items adhered to proper regulation standards.
- Loaded cargo onto transportation devices and attached affixing tools to achieve safe transportation.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
- Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
- Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
- Carried necessary tools and supplies to transportation vehicles and returned to proper storage areas after use.
- Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
- Directed items according to established routing schemes using computer-controlled keyboards and scanning equipment to assist mail-sorting processes.
- Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
- Applied barcodes to cargo and used digital scanners to track and locate materials during transportation.
- Assisted in organizing and planning moving routes for efficiency.
Education
Garner Magnet High School
Garner, NCSome College (No Degree) -
Chowan University
Murfreesboro, NCSkills
- Food preparation
- Food safety
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen organization
Timeline
Cook
Carrabbas
06.2024 - Current
Mover
Meek movers
04.2015 - 02.2024
Garner Magnet High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Chowan University