Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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John Wescombe

South Gundagai,NSW

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sandblaster and Labour

Rural Galvanizing
07.2011 - Current
  • Maintained abrasive blasting equipment and performed minor repairs.
  • Selected surfaces for blasting and masked specific parts.
  • Masked, grit blasted or chemically rinsed surfaces to prepare for sandblasting.
  • Set up portable sandblasters and maintained clean and safe work zone.
  • Determined accurate mixtures and times for sandblasting to meet desired finish.
  • Used personal protective gear to eliminate exposure to harmful dust, fumes and materials.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Loading and unloading trucks
  • Use of overhead cranes
  • use of small power tools
  • safe use of hydrochloric acid and hot dip galvanised
  • Train and supervise staff on safe and correct procedures
  • Maintain workplace health and safety and security procedure
  • Stock control
  • Maintain workplace health and safety and security procedures
  • Recording daily , weekly and monthly maintenance reports
  • Use of paint on finished product
  • Operate and maintain gritblaster
  • operate and maintain air compressor and recovery operation
  • maintaining the chamber
  • Time Management
  • Maintaining grit level supply, maintaining the condition of the hose ,couplings
  • Fill in log books and daily job sheets

Storeman and Labour

Gundagai Meat Processors
10.2002 - 04.2011
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Managed inventory control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Unload goods and check them against order forms.
  • catalogue or label items with storage details
  • place goods in the bins and on racks, or stack bulky items in the floor
  • complete orders by selecting goods from shelves and checking them off appropriate lists
  • Package and send out completed orders to the customers
  • Move heavy packages using forklift machinery
  • obtain details of the location and quantity of items in stock, using display units or computers
  • enter details of received delivery slips,requisitions and invoices in the computer
  • count and record the number of items in store during stocktake
  • advise supervisor on stock and reordering levels
  • Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.

First Assistant Manager

McDonald's Restaurant
06.2000 - 10.2002
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
  • Developed strategy to increase sales and drive profits.
  • Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
  • Reviewed sales and gross profit report to assess company efficiency.
  • Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
  • Increased employee performance and job satisfaction to strengthen retention and engagement.
  • Made hiring recommendations to increase company's productivity and profitability with quality workers.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Monitored security to protect employees, customers and property.
  • Maintained professional demeanour by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
  • Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
  • Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
  • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.

First Assistant Manager

McDonald's Restaurant
01.1995 - 02.2000

Assistant to the Head Chef

Carriage House Motor Inn
01.1995 - 09.1995
  • Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
  • Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients.
  • Wrapped, dated, and stored food in refrigerators under standardized temperature for future uses.
  • Prepped ingredients ahead of time to increase cooking and service speed.
  • Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
  • Supported senior chefs with creative meal planning and recipe development.
  • Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.
  • Received delivered, sorted produce and stored supplies quickly to maintain quality and condition.
  • Assisted in menu preparation, making suggestions, and researching recipes compatible with existing menu items.
  • Verified food temperatures and quality ahead of service to maintain standards.
  • Replenished food and ingredients supplies to meet service demand.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling and preparation techniques.
  • Cleaned and oiled kitchen equipment to maintain optimized function.
  • Floated throughout kitchen to assist in meal preparation and plating, effectively anticipating chef, and waiting staff's needs.
  • Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
  • Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
  • Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
  • Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Removed trash and cleaned kitchen garbage containers.
  • Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
  • Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
  • Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
  • Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
  • Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
  • Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
  • Lifted and carried heavy materials.
  • Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
  • Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
  • Used manual or electric appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim foods.
  • Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.

Assistant Manager

Birdsnest Cafe
01.1984 - 04.1991
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
  • Reviewed sales and gross profit report to assess company efficiency.
  • Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
  • Increased employee performance and job satisfaction to strengthen retention and engagement.
  • Made hiring recommendations to increase company's productivity and profitability with quality workers.
  • Monitored security to protect employees, customers and property.
  • Maintained professional demeanour by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.

Education

Diploma - Systems Management Course

Macdonald
2001

Diploma - Certificate IV in Management

Macdonald's
2000

Diploma - Basic Operations Course

McDonald's
1998

Diploma - Intermediate Operations

Macdonald's
1998

Diploma - Basic Management Course

McDonald Diploma
01.1997

No Degree - SCI Security Academy Certificate

Security Academy
Wagga Wagga, NSW
01.1990

Skills

  • Maintenance Requirements
  • Cleaning Schedules
  • Contouring
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Customer Needs Assessments
  • Surface Preparation
  • Grinder Operation
  • Sandblasting
  • Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP)
  • Personnel Records
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Forklift Driving
  • Active Listening
  • Training Junior Team Members
  • Operational Improvements
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Chamber Style Blaster Knowledge
  • Pour Abrasive Expert
  • Daily Logs
  • Tool Selection
  • Operational Safety
  • Basic Mathematical Abilities
  • Recycled Abrasives Expertise
  • Personal Protective Gear
  • High Precision

Certification

Fork list Licence

White Card

Car

Motorbike


Timeline

Sandblaster and Labour

Rural Galvanizing
07.2011 - Current

Storeman and Labour

Gundagai Meat Processors
10.2002 - 04.2011

First Assistant Manager

McDonald's Restaurant
06.2000 - 10.2002

First Assistant Manager

McDonald's Restaurant
01.1995 - 02.2000

Assistant to the Head Chef

Carriage House Motor Inn
01.1995 - 09.1995

Assistant Manager

Birdsnest Cafe
01.1984 - 04.1991

Diploma - Systems Management Course

Macdonald

Diploma - Certificate IV in Management

Macdonald's

Diploma - Basic Operations Course

McDonald's

Diploma - Intermediate Operations

Macdonald's

Diploma - Basic Management Course

McDonald Diploma

No Degree - SCI Security Academy Certificate

Security Academy

Fork list Licence

White Card

Car

Motorbike


John Wescombe