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Darius Russell

Big Doug's Hiram, Inc
Hiram,MI
4
years of professional experience

Dynamic and results-driven professional with experience, excelling in workplace safety and equipment maintenance. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through proactive problem-solving and performance monitoring. Committed to delivering high-quality results while fostering a customer-focused environment. Recognized for implementing effective systems that improve overall team performance.

Work History

Head Grill Cook

1 Year 4 Months
Big Doug's Hiram, Inc | 05.2025 - Current
  • Lead grill-station operations during high-volume lunch and dinner service, preparing steaks, burgers, chicken, seafood, and other proteins to recipe and guest specifications.
  • Read and prioritize order tickets to keep ticket times low and ensure complete orders are ready at the same time.
  • Cook proteins to correct internal temperatures while maintaining consistent portion size, seasoning, appearance, and plating quality.
  • Train new cooks on grill operation, food preparation, portion control, recipe standards, safe knife handling, and closing procedures.
  • Led grill production for 300–400+ covers per shift during weekend service.
  • Prepared 120–220 tickets per shift while maintaining recipe and temperature standards.

Construction Helper

1 Year 1 Month
Gathitu Construction | 01.2024 - 02.2025
  • Loaded and unloaded building and construction materials to prepare for tasks.
  • Maintained safe working environments through proper storage of tools, materials, and equipment.
  • Enhanced construction efficiency by assisting in the preparation and organization of job sites.
  • Worked long hours outdoors under extreme weather conditions when necessary.

Team Member

10 Months
Burger King | 02.2023 - 12.2023
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.

Education

High School Diploma

North Paulding High School | Paulding, GA | 05.2023

Skills

Performance monitoring
Performance Improvement
Workplace Safety
Equipment Maintenance
Problem-Solving
Tool maintenance
Quality assurance
Construction safety

Timeline

Head Grill Cook

Big Doug's Hiram, Inc
05.2025 - CurrentRead More

Construction Helper

Gathitu Construction
01.2024 - 02.2025Read More

Team Member

Burger King
02.2023 - 12.2023Read More

North Paulding High School

High School Diploma
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Darius Russell