Michael Smith
Corinth
Summary
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Manager
Moondogs
04.2025 - 12.2025
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep processes and optimizing ingredient usage.
- Trained new hires on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and recipe execution to maintain consistency in service quality.
- Boosted customer satisfaction ratings through consistent delivery of delicious meals prepared according to established recipes.
- Improved team morale by fostering open communication and encouraging professional growth among staff members.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations during peak meal times.
- Developed creative daily specials, incorporating seasonal ingredients to showcase culinary skills and increase menu diversity.
- Assisted in menu planning by researching industry trends, analyzing customer feedback, and recommending recipe adjustments accordingly.
- Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents.
- Pitched in to work line during busy periods or in place of sick employees.
- Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
Key Holder
Dollar General
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Trained new employees on store policies and customer service techniques to ensure effective onboarding.
- Monitored sales floor activities to ensure adherence to safety and operational protocols.
- Resolved discrepancies in cash handling by conducting thorough audits and implementing corrective measures.
- Facilitated communication between management and staff to improve workflow and operational efficiency.
- Assisted customers in locating products and provided recommendations to enhance their shopping experience.
- Trained staff on effective cash handling processes to minimize errors and improve transaction speed.
- Managed daily cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy in transactions and preventing losses due to discrepancies.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Swept and mopped floor, wiped windows and fixtures after closing to maintain organized and tidy store.
- Assisted with team responsibilities by cleaning, managing cash registers, and product merchandising.
- Monitored associates throughout each assigned shift and professionally managed any challenges to maintain optimal store performance.
- Handled difficult situations calmly under pressure resolving conflicts between both customers and staff in a professional manner.
Stock Lead / Cashier
Shiloh Market
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Coordinated stock replenishment efforts to ensure product availability and minimize out-of-stock occurrences.
- Optimized stockroom layout for improved efficiency and accessibility of products.
- Facilitated communication between front-line staff and management regarding inventory needs.
- Contributed to positive workplace culture by demonstrating strong work ethic, adaptability, teamwork ability, professionalism under pressure situations.
- Maintained a safe working environment, complying with company safety policies and OSHA regulations.
- Supervised stock crew associates in daily replenishment, storage management and merchandising.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Operated forklift
Personal Shopper
Walmart
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Executed efficient product selection by utilizing knowledge of store layout and inventory management.
- Facilitated smooth pick-up processes for online orders by preparing and organizing items for collection.
- Placed completed orders in labeled, temperature-appropriate storage pending customer pick up.
- Consistently met deadlines and quality goals for accuracy and timeliness.
- Memorized store layouts and planograms to fulfill orders using shortest, most efficient route.
- Reviewed customer orders closely to locate desired items and checked app regularly to identify changes.
Infield Water Redirection Technician
S&G Construction LLC
08.2016 - 06.2020
- Executed installation of water redirection equipment according to specifications.
- Adapted techniques based on site-specific challenges and conditions.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Conducted site assessments to evaluate water flow and redirection needs.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
Education
Science Education
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Booneville, MSGED - All
Alcorn Central High School
Corinth, MS05.2004
Skills
- Inventory supervision
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Time management
- Reliable and responsible
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Cook Manager
Moondogs
04.2025 - 12.2025
Key Holder
Dollar General
07.2024 - 04.2025
Stock Lead / Cashier
Shiloh Market
02.2023 - 03.2024
Personal Shopper
Walmart
07.2022 - 12.2022
Infield Water Redirection Technician
S&G Construction LLC
08.2016 - 06.2020
Science Education
Northeast Mississippi Community College
GED - All
Alcorn Central High School