156 Eagle Rock Ave805-907-8633
Oxnard CA, 93035
DONALD WAINWRIGHT
ObjectiveTo secure a position with an organization where I can utilize my abilities and skills to enhance both my professional experience and your organization. With experience in many diverse areas, I am adaptable to different and many challenging obstacles that may arise. Being outgoing and open-minded I have the ability to work with a diverse workforce. team player capable of working individually, I also enjoy volunteering and participating in community and charitable events. I am seeking a career that allows me the ability and the latitude to be creative and express myself and represent the company in the most positive way. My commitment has always been to my job and that of my peers where our goals or objectives are met beyond the expected outcome. A multitasked and dedicated employee, I have worked on many projects at the same time but always remaining focused on prioritizing and maintaining timely deadlines.
EducationJuly 2011 –January 2012 El Paso Community College El Paso TX
Culinary Arts/Restaurant Management
3.85 GPA
Additional Classes in the Hospitality industry
August 2009 - May 2011 Oxnard College Oxnard, CA
Culinary Arts/Restaurant Management/Restaurant Marketing
Deans List 3.90 GPA
Culinary Arts Club Board Member
February 2004 - September 2004 US Army Ft. Sill, OK
Basic Combat Training.
AIT - Telephone Switching Systems Operator Ft. Gordon, GA
Honor Graduate
Certificate of Achievement
Floor Commander
Section Leader
August 1998 - May 2001 Corning Community College Corning, NY
Liberal Arts/Business Management
NJCAA Baseball team
Professional March 2013 - Present Embassy Suits Mandalay Bay Oxnard CA
Experience Lead Bartender
Create new specialty cocktails, drink menus and introduce and train new menu items to the bar staff and servers as well as corporate drink recipes to maintain the company standards and ensure quality is met.
Control liquor cost and implements plans to reduce waste and over service
Meet and conform to all ABC service standards and California laws
Offer great customer service at the highest level not only in the bar, but also on the entire property to ensure that guests stay is unforgettable.
February 2012 – March 2013 Hooters of America Odessa TX
Assistant General Manager
Ensure quality standards are being met and are consistent with the plating styles of each dish, as well as creating new plating designs to keep up with change in demand
Creating Promotions in store and with the general public supporting charities’ and to drive an increase in sales
Customer service is at the highest level. Focus on the atmosphere and the environment for a relaxed laid back atmosphere.
Controlling inventory and food cost to reach the budget goal, break down P&L to see where loss is and input controls that would allow for improvement.
July 2011 – Jan 6 2012 B C Entertainment DBA Oasis Lanes El Paso TX
Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager
Create new menu’s and menu items, an introduce and train new menu items to the kitchen staff and servers
Control Food Cost and ordering of food for weekly business controlling the cost by meeting with suppliers and getting the best product for lowest cost and training kitchen staff to eliminate was in the kitchen
Ensure quality standards are being met and are consistent with the plating styles of each dish, as well as creating new plating designs to keep up with change in demand
Creations of HCAAP plans and sanitation standards to meet and exceed heath department requirements and train the staff of the facility to adhere to them
July 2010- June 2011 Domino’s Pizza Ventura, CA
General Manager
Training of staff to meet corporate standards
Positive Inventory control with the ability to meet food cost goals
Management of staff in an effort to control the labor cost
Train and maintain proper sanitation in the kitchen
Problem resolution if they arise with staff and the customer
November 2009 - July 2010 Savory Café Ventura, CA
Sous Chef
Prep menu items for upcoming business day
Create new menu items as seasons changed as fresh products become available and seasonal ingredients are purchased.
Accurately assemble plates and dishes per orders placed for guest
Accurately follow receipts to insure that the product is consistent
Follow and maintain proper sanitation in the kitchen
July, 2008 – November 2009 Butterfield Trails Golf Course El Paso, TX
Operator 1
Daily golf course set up and Maintenance, including hand raking of green bunkers
Operation of light Equipment
Tasked with other golf course projects including landscaping and other duties which may be required upon request
February, 2004 - July 2008 US Army El Paso, TX
Communications Specialist (COMSEC Custodian) (Section Chief)
Holding a SECRET clearance I was appointed Primary COMSEC custodian. Primary responsibilities included accountability of sensitive documents and equipment. I was subject to random inspections for all levels of the US Army and never failed on. I was recognized for the outstanding performance time and time again
Accountable for performance and well being of soldiers below me. As well as ensuring that they were meeting all US Army standards.
Completed Combat Lifesavers course as well as multiple occupational safety courses through the US Army.
Honorable discharge and received a Good Conduct medal as well as US Army achievement medal and other awards
Professional NRA (National Restaurant Association)
Membership
ExtracurricularExperimental Cooking, Personal Caterings
Activities Sound and Light Technician for 3 Local Bands
Men’s and Co-ed Softball
Golf
AccreditationsNational Restaurant Association (Manage First) - Restaurant Manager
Awards receivedUS Army
Honor Graduate Date: 09/22/2004
US Army Good Conduct Medal
Korean Defense Service Medal
Honorable Discharge 7/28/2008
National Restaurant Association (Manage First)
ServSafe Food Production Managers Certification Certificate No: 7505681 Date: 12/13/2010 Expires: 12/13/2015
Controlling Foodservice Cost Certificate No: 6832043 Date: 12/15/2009
Human Resources Management and Supervision Certificate No: 6835410 Date: 12/14/2009
Food Production Certificate No: 6835410 Date: 05/18/2011
Inventory and Purchasing Certificate No: 6835507 Date: 12/27/2009
Customer Service Certificate No: 7857757 Date: 05/16/2011
Nutrition Certificate No: 7108207 Date: 01/01/2009
Human Resources Management and Supervision Certificate No: 6835410 Date: 12/14/2009
Restaurant Marketing Certificate No: 7118942 Date: 5/18/2010