Lenzy Clay
Jonesboro,AR
Summary
Effective Courier offering excellent skills in delivery, pickup and customer service. Pursuing similar position where focus and dedication are highly sought.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
J-towns Grill
05.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes and enhance efficiency.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
Contract Courier
OnWay Transport
10.2025 - Current
- Managed timely deliveries, ensuring adherence to schedules and client expectations.
- Coordinated logistics to optimize route efficiency and reduce delivery times.
- Monitored vehicle maintenance and compliance with safety regulations.
Delivery Driver
Boone Faulkner Enterprises
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Facilitated efficient package delivery to ensure customer satisfaction and reliability.
- Leveraged tracking and routing software to optimize delivery processes.
- Conducted thorough inspections of company vehicles before and after trips to ensure safety and compliance.
Main Cook
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Prepared therapeutic and modified meals for patients. Assisted in meal preparation for employees, visitors, and special functions.
- Executed sanitation of counters and surfaces post-food preparation to ensure safety standards.
- Streamlined unpacking, storage, and organization of incoming kitchen supplies with each delivery.
- Managed inventory replenishment in main kitchen areas to ensure seamless food preparation operations.
Assembler
Great Dane Trailers
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Facilitated the connection of side walls to trailer fronts to enhance overall product quality.
- Utilized air tools, such as impact wrench, rivet gun, and drill, to enhance mechanical assembly processes.
Cook
St. Bernards Medical Center
05.2018 - 09.2021
- Executed food production responsibilities to ensure adherence to established recipes and operational schedules.
- Enforced sanitation practices to mitigate risks of food spoilage and contamination.
- Modified recipes to ensure compliance with allergen concerns and meet customer preferences.
- Executed safe handling and operation of kitchen equipment to prevent injuries and maintain safety standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of food preparation areas, grills, and equipment to ensure safety and compliance with health standards.
Line Cook
O’Charley’s Restaurant
12.2016 - 02.2018
- Developed and executed nutritious, safe, and visually appealing food options with innovative preparation techniques.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure stations remained fully stocked and operational.
- Ensured consistent quality and high accuracy in daily preparation of identical dishes.
- Implemented proper food handling methods and ensured optimal temperature control of food products.
- Managed safe operation of all kitchen equipment to ensure a secure working environment.
- Maintained sanitized food preparation areas, grills, and equipment to prevent cross-contamination from raw items.
Line Cook/Prep/Dishwasher
J-town’s Grill
05.2015 - 03.2020
- Executed line cooking responsibilities to contribute to restaurant's recognition as one of Arkansas' top 10 burger establishments.
- Executed sanitation of counters and surfaces post-food preparation to ensure safety standards.
- Executed efficient loading and unloading of dishwashers, ensuring optimal workflow in kitchen operations.
- Streamlined unpacking, storage, and organization of incoming kitchen supplies with each delivery.
- Replenished main kitchen areas with items from shelves, coolers, and freezers to ensure seamless food preparation.
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Skinny J’s
01.2011 - 05.2015
- Managed food preparation and presentation operations to maintain high-quality culinary standards.
- Managed inventory levels and controlled food costs to align with financial objectives.
- Conducted inspections and cleaning of food preparation areas to uphold safe and sanitary food-handling standards.
- Facilitated employee education on menu and procedural changes in collaboration with kitchen manager to ensure operational efficiency.
- Directed and assigned tasks to kitchen staff, facilitating seamless food production processes.
- Supervised kitchen environment and team to guarantee compliance with safety regulations and effective food handling practices.
Education
BA - Hospitality Management
American InterContinental University Online
Schaumburg, IL01-2018
Diploma/Certificate of Completion - Business Office Technology/Data Entry
Little Rock Job Corps Center
Little Rock, AR01-2002
High School Diploma -
The Academies at Jonesboro High School
Jonesboro, AR01-1998
Skills
- Utilized strong customer service skills to effectively address and resolve client inquiries
- Oversaw cleaning protocols for kitchen equipment to maintain high hygiene standards Coordinated with staff to implement effective cleaning schedules Enhanced operational efficiency by ensuring all equipment was sanitized and ready for use
- Oversaw food preparation processes, focusing on frying and grilling methods to enhance menu offerings Coordinated with kitchen teams to optimize workflow and ensure high-quality food production Implemented best practices for food safety and hygiene standards
- Contributed to team initiatives aimed at improving workflow efficiency and fostering a positive work environment
- Developed strategies to maximize production capacity and meet demand fluctuations
- Utilized hand-held devices to enhance operational efficiency and streamline processes
- Supported team dynamics by fostering open communication and collaboration among members
- Employed adaptable strategies to effectively respond to changing project requirements
- Facilitated movement of heavy items, consistently lifting over 50 pounds to ensure timely project completion
- Applied focused and disciplined approaches to achieve project objectives
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining productivity and focus on key objectives
- Utilized extensive driving experience to ensure timely deliveries and maintain high safety standards
Certification
HIPAA Compliance Training
Timeline
Contract Courier
OnWay Transport
10.2025 - Current
Line Cook
J-towns Grill
05.2025 - Current
Delivery Driver
Boone Faulkner Enterprises
04.2023 - 06.2024
Main Cook
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2022 - 03.2023
Assembler
Great Dane Trailers
09.2021 - 10.2021
Cook
St. Bernards Medical Center
05.2018 - 09.2021
Line Cook
O’Charley’s Restaurant
12.2016 - 02.2018
Line Cook/Prep/Dishwasher
J-town’s Grill
05.2015 - 03.2020
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Skinny J’s
01.2011 - 05.2015
BA - Hospitality Management
American InterContinental University Online
Diploma/Certificate of Completion - Business Office Technology/Data Entry
Little Rock Job Corps Center
High School Diploma -
The Academies at Jonesboro High School