Ezra Grate
Hickory
Summary
Sports Management student, minoring in Communication at Lenoir-Rhyne University, with 8+ years of work experience. Aiming to leverage a proven knowledge of customer relations skills to successfully fill the Associate role at your company. Frequently praised as focused by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals. I don’t mind working, I have been doing so since I was 15. I believe I can be a great help to your company, given the opportunity.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Fry Cook
Rigsby’s Bar & Grill
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Implemented time-saving strategies during peak hours, enabling the kitchen team to serve more customers without sacrificing quality.
- Ensured consistent food quality through precise temperature monitoring and adherence to recipe guidelines.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks to prevent breakdowns and ensure optimal functionality during busy shifts.
- Reduced oil usage by optimizing cooking times and temperatures, leading to cost savings for the restaurant.
- Increased speed of service by efficiently managing multiple orders simultaneously while adhering to strict quality standards.
- Provided exceptional customer service through prompt order completion and attention to special requests, resulting in positive feedback from patrons.
Machine Operator and Warehouse Clerk
Engineered Plastic Components
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Running about 3 machines at the same time
- Loading and packing boxes, and putting plastic parts together
- Assisting co workers and filling in for others when they're on their break.
Host
Olive Garden
10.2018 - 05.2020
- Greeting customers at the door and making sure they are sat in a timely manner
- Going around the restaurant to make sure people don't need anything, running food to tables, and making bread sometimes.
Meat Table/Dish/Front Runner
Smokin Pig BBQ
09.2018 - 10.2018
- Cut bbq at the meat table
- Reading orders off tickets and making them at the front for front runner
- And lastly just regular dishes
Corn Cop
Denver Downs Farm
08.2017 - 11.2017
- Making sure kids and visitors are are having fun while being safe
- Giving out instructions on the rides that were offered
- Making sure customers are happy and entertained
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
Lenoir-Rhyne University
Hickory, NCSkills
-Communication
-Task Oriented
-Hardworking
Additional Information
- Youth League Football Coach
-Worked closely with the technology department at my home church, operating the screens and cameras throughout service
-Ex Athlete, I understand how to operate with a team, or alone
-Game operations at Lenoir Rhyne: From setting up, giving out tickets, monitoring, I’ve done a lot of work at athletic events
-Over 25+ logged Habitat for Humanity hours (home building)
Timeline
Head Fry Cook
Rigsby’s Bar & Grill
05.2024 - 08.2025
Machine Operator and Warehouse Clerk
Engineered Plastic Components
05.2021 - 08.2021
Host
Olive Garden
10.2018 - 05.2020
Meat Table/Dish/Front Runner
Smokin Pig BBQ
09.2018 - 10.2018
Corn Cop
Denver Downs Farm
08.2017 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
Lenoir-Rhyne University
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