Gary Gibbons
Savannah
Summary
Accomplished Head Chef with a proven track record at Hilton Garden Inn Hotel, showcasing expertise in kitchen management and food safety. Excelled in optimizing food costs and enhancing quality assurance through strategic planning and strong vendor relationships. Demonstrated leadership by fostering teamwork and ensuring high standards of sanitation and safety.
Warehouse professional with proven ability to streamline logistics and enhance warehouse efficiency. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting to shifting priorities seamlessly. Reliable in managing inventory, ensuring accurate order fulfillment, and maintaining safe working environment.
Experienced with implementing quality control measures and leading teams to maintain high standards. Utilizes root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques to resolve issues promptly. Knowledge of regulatory compliance and team collaboration, ensuring consistent and reliable outcomes.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
10.2024 - Current
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 60 pounds.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
Deli Clerk
Publix Grocery Store
04.2021 - Current
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Precisely measured, weighed, sliced, and packaged deli products according to customer requests while minimizing waste.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to food safety guidelines and promptly addressing any hazards.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Improved workflow efficiency by effectively multitasking, prioritizing tasks, and communicating with team members.
Quality Control Lead
Chic-Fil-A
09.2017 - 11.2023
- Collaborated with production teams to address and resolve identified issues, reducing overall rejection rates.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing efficiency within the quality control department.
- Monitored emerging industry trends and best practices, incorporating relevant knowledge into existing processes as needed for continued excellence in quality control operations.
- Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally to foster open lines of communication around product quality expectations and results.
Breakfast Cook
Embassy Suites
09.2015 - 06.2017
- Consistently maintained a positive attitude under pressure, fostering a supportive team environment within the kitchen staff.
- Handled special dietary requests with care, ensuring the satisfaction of all guests regardless of restrictions or preferences.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently preparing and serving high-quality breakfast dishes.
- Managed inventory levels efficiently, proactively ordering supplies as needed to prevent shortages.
Head Chef
Hilton Garden Inn Hotel
07.2009 - 06.2015
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
Kitchen Manager
Spanky's Restaurant
11.1992 - 06.2000
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sol C Johnson High
Savannah, GASkills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Kitchen management
- Food Preperation
- Quality Assurance
- Management
- Op Operator
- USI Operator
- Safety Hazmat Trained
- Truck Audit Trained
- Pallet Jack Operator
- Dock Trained
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
10.2024 - Current
Deli Clerk
Publix Grocery Store
04.2021 - Current
Quality Control Lead
Chic-Fil-A
09.2017 - 11.2023
Breakfast Cook
Embassy Suites
09.2015 - 06.2017
Head Chef
Hilton Garden Inn Hotel
07.2009 - 06.2015
Kitchen Manager
Spanky's Restaurant
11.1992 - 06.2000
High School Diploma -
Sol C Johnson High
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