Bedford Thomas
Broadview, IL 60155
Mobile Contact: 708-***-****
EDUCATION and TRAINING:
Graduate of Proviso East High School,
Maywood, IL 60153
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
Exceptional problem solver, driven to succeed with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills;
Superb mentor inspiring co-workers to maintain peak performance and high productivity levels while
simultaneously maintaining high morale across the board;
Assumes both authoritative and democratic leadership; able to turn vision into reality;
Boundless energy, capable of adapting to many roles simultaneously and swiftly;
Excellent communication and presentation skills;
Profound experience working within the waste management industry;
Profound experience working within the restaurant industry;
Familiar with safety training procedures associated with waste management;
Ability to meet client deadlines while maintaining quality standards;
Vast knowledge of waste management equipment, maintenance and operational procedures; and
Reliable and dedicated worker.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
American Recycling and Disposal, Maywood, IL.
Position Held: Waste Manager Assistant
April 2016 – Present
Performing internal audits to ensure implementation of quality standards;
Training and mentored new hires;
Assisting with collection route schedules;
Responding to emergencies;
Ensuring safety standards are followed; and
Ensure proper maintenance of waste collection equipment.
Bedford Thomas
Employment Continued
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Priscilla’s Ultimate Soul Food Restaurant, Hillside, IL.
Position Held: Front Line Cashier
January 2013 – April 2016
Welcomed customers as they arrive at the order counter;
Took orders by punching them into the POS database and repeating orders to ensure accuracy;
Received cash or process credit card/debit card payments in exchange for meals sold;
Relayed orders to the kitchen so that they can be prepared immediately;
Prepared orders when needed by constantly checking the order slip for accuracy;
Assembled orders and pack them in a safe manner;
Ensured that condiments such as sauces and napkins are added to the packaged food items; and
Assembled meals on a tray to the customers dining in and/or taking orders to go.
Phillips Flowers, Naperville, IL.
Position Held: Front Line Assistant
June 2010 – January 2013
Welcomed customers as they arrive at the order counter;
Strong sales experience;
Understanding of inventory needs for a floral shop;
Great rapport with suppliers;
Excellent Customer Service Skills;
Reliable and dedicated worker;
Clean driving record;
Able to replicate floral arrangements accurately;
Experience maintaining online order protocol; and
Worked the sales floor helping customers to pick out arrangements and finalizing sale.
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