Kelvin Rowe
Parkes
Summary
Professional kitchen management expert with comprehensive experience in leading culinary teams, ensuring high-quality food preparation, and maintaining kitchen efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptable to changing needs, and dedicated to achieving operational excellence. Skilled in inventory management, staff training, and maintaining health and safety standards. Reliable, results-driven, and prepared to make significant impact in any culinary environment.
Mechanical professional prepared for demanding roles requiring precision and problem-solving. Skilled in assembly, maintenance, and repair of machinery with strong focus on safety and efficiency. Known for effective collaboration and adaptive approach to meet evolving project needs. Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting abilities, and reliability ensure high-quality results.
Warehouse management professional, prepared to drive efficient operations and enhance productivity within warehousing environments. Proven track record of optimizing inventory systems and streamlining processes. Known for fostering team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic settings.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Roasted Kombi
02.2017 - Current
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
Warehouse Manager
Our Eco Home
08.2016 - 01.2017
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
Mechanical Fitter
Rio Tinto
08.2014 - 07.2016
- Through Manpower
- Performed onsite maintenance and repair work.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following established housekeeping procedures, reducing hazards and ensuring worker safety.
- Increased productivity with the timely replacement of worn parts and maintaining optimal machine conditions.
- Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.
Mechanical Fitter
Queensland Rail
07.2008 - 08.2014
- Through Aurizon
- Provided reliable support for emergency breakdowns, minimizing production delays and losses due to unplanned downtime.
- Displayed strong problem-solving skills by swiftly identifying and implementing solutions to address mechanical malfunctions or breakdowns.
- Contributed to project completion by assembling, fitting, and aligning complex mechanical components accurately.
- Improved equipment performance by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
Mechanical Fitter
Queensland Rail
08.2004 - 07.2008
- Documented all completed jobs meticulously in accordance with company policies to ensure accurate record-keeping for future reference or audits purposes.
- Ensured safety compliance by performing routine inspections and adhering to established protocols.
- Completed projects on schedule through diligent time management skills and prioritizing tasks effectively under pressure.
- Demonstrated expertise using various hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and precision instruments for accurate job execution.
Mechanical Fitter
Bechtel
06.2004 - 08.2004
- C.A.R Project (Comalco Alumina Refinery)
- Reduced downtime by diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues efficiently.
- Assisted in training junior mechanical fitters on proper techniques, fostering effective teamwork and skill development within the department.
- Ran performance tests and operated various control equipment.
- Carefully reviewed project blueprints before starting work and addressed any concerns with supervisors.
- Identified potential issues and spoke with supervisors to immediately determine best methods for remediation.
- Upheld the highest standards of quality workmanship, consistently meeting or exceeding expectations for precision, accuracy, and attention to detail in all tasks performed.
Mechanical Fitter
United KG
03.2004 - 06.2004
- C.A.R Project (Comalco Alumina Refinery)
- Safely operated machinery to avoid injuries and accidents and encouraged others to do same.
- Achieved cost savings with the proactive identification of potential maintenance issues before they escalated into costly repairs or replacements.
- Reviewed finished equipment for accurate fit and assembly.
- Collaborated with engineers for the successful installation of new machinery and equipment upgrades.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies within the field of mechanical fitting.
- Connected pipes through caulking, gluing and welding.
Mechanical Fitter
Manpower
08.2002 - 03.2004
- Various Projects and Shutdowns –
- Gladstone Power Station
- Shale Oil
- Orica
- WMC Phosphate Hill
- Furmanite Gladstone
- Streamlined workflows through consistent communication with team members regarding work orders, progress updates, and potential challenges.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by participating in root cause analysis efforts aimed at identifying recurring mechanical failures or inefficiencies.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by calibrating tools, instruments, and equipment according to specifications.
- Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues impacting overall project delivery timelines.
- Thoroughly read and comprehended blueprints in order to understand how installation was to be performed.
Skills
- Close to 30 years in the heavy and construction industries
- Skilled and experienced with shutdown works
- Various projects and employers have included – Comalco Alumina Refinery, Orica, Shale Oil, Gladstone Power Station, Queensland Rail, Aurizon, Bechtel, United KG and Rio Tinto
- Trouble shooting, intuitive fault finding, setting, testing and calibrating
- Strong experience in tool making; using a variety of machinery including lathes, mills, boring machines, cylindrical grinders and strong competencies with hand tools
- Demonstrated knowledge of plant equipment maintenance; scheduled and preventative
- Warehouse Management
- Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
- Sound interpersonal skills; creating strong connections and team focus with every role
- Focused and safe employee with sound OH&S knowledge
- Excellent time management and priority skills
- Strong critical thinking – often having to look at varying solutions to meet time and budget demands
- Multi-job management – a strong handle on various jobs, ensuring completion and accuracy
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Waste reduction
- Inventory control
- Kitchen management
- Staff training and development
- Food preparation
- Staff supervision
- Shipping and receiving
- Forklift operations
- Warehouse operations
- Inventory and stocking
- Delegating work
- Loading and unloading
- Problem-solving
- Safety procedures
- Hand tools expertise
- Equipment installation
- Equipment Repair
- Safe equipment handling
- Safe machinery operation
- Parts fitting
Certification
- Trade Qualified Mechanical Fitter
- Workplace Health and Safety Representative
- Licence to perform Dogging
- Construction Industry Safety Induction ‘Blue’ Card
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Roasted Kombi
02.2017 - Current
Warehouse Manager
Our Eco Home
08.2016 - 01.2017
Mechanical Fitter
Rio Tinto
08.2014 - 07.2016
Mechanical Fitter
Queensland Rail
07.2008 - 08.2014
Mechanical Fitter
Queensland Rail
08.2004 - 07.2008
Mechanical Fitter
Bechtel
06.2004 - 08.2004
Mechanical Fitter
United KG
03.2004 - 06.2004
Mechanical Fitter
Manpower
08.2002 - 03.2004
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