Tony Watson Jr.
Little Rock
Summary
Dynamic Cook Shift Leader at Wendy's with proven expertise in team leadership and food safety compliance. Enhanced kitchen efficiency through innovative prep scheduling and training, achieving a significant reduction in service times. Adept at conflict resolution and maintaining high sanitation standards, ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction and quality control.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Shift Leader
Wendy's
Little Rock Ar
03.2024 - 11.2025
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Developed daily prep schedules to optimize workflow and efficiency during peak hours.
- Trained new employees on cooking techniques, equipment usage, and menu items.
- Coordinated inventory management processes, minimizing waste and maintaining stock levels.
- Monitored food quality and presentation, upholding brand standards consistently across shifts.
- Implemented process improvements that increased order accuracy and reduced service times.
- Resolved customer complaints swiftly, enhancing overall dining experience and satisfaction.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health department standards for safety and sanitation.
- Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities by overseeing multiple cooking stations simultaneously while maintaining quality control standards.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Warehouse Worker
Welspun Tubular
Little Rock Ar
12.2021 - 08.2022
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and safety guidelines.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency within the warehouse.
- Assisted in managing shipping and receiving functions for timely deliveries.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Ensured accurate order fulfillment by diligently cross-checking pick lists against packed items for consistency.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
Cook Operator
Popeyes Chicken
Little Rock Ar
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Operated fryers and cooking equipment to prepare menu items consistently.
- Ensured adherence to food safety standards during meal preparation and serving.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen workflows and improve efficiency.
- Trained new staff on cooking procedures and safety protocols to maintain quality.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by preparing high-quality meals in a timely manner.
- Reduced food waste through effective portion control and efficient meal planning.
- Cleaned static product build-up outside of fryer during breaks in line-flow and when instructed.
- Trained new staff members on proper cooking techniques, equipment usage, and kitchen safety procedures.
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
Little Rock Ar
07.2020 - 02.2021
- Operated warehouse equipment to efficiently move and organize inventory.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and protocols throughout daily operations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline order fulfillment processes.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain accurate stock levels.
- Utilized warehouse management systems to track inventory movement effectively.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as Number pounds.
Sales Associate
TJ Maxx
Little Rock Ar
06.2018 - 11.2019
- Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing shopping experiences and fostering repeat business.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring shelves remained stocked and organized to optimize sales.
- Processed transactions efficiently, maintaining accuracy in cash handling and register operations.
- Collaborated with team members on promotional displays, driving product visibility and customer engagement.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hall High School
Little Rock Ar Skills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen organization
- Food storage
- Food preparation
- Meal preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Sanitation procedures
- Ordering supplies
- Health and safety compliance
- Conflict resolution
- Cooking
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Food safety
Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
Wendy's
03.2024 - 11.2025
Warehouse Worker
Welspun Tubular
12.2021 - 08.2022
Cook Operator
Popeyes Chicken
04.2021 - 10.2021
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
07.2020 - 02.2021
Sales Associate
TJ Maxx
06.2018 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Hall High School