Billy Finn
Durango
Summary
Motivated professional with a strong work ethic and adaptability. Proven ability to excel in unsupervised environments while mastering new skills rapidly. Experienced in customer service, multitasking, and time management; dedicated to delivering positive customer experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Eolus Bar & Dining
Durango
12.2025 - Current
- Prepared ingredients for dishes according to menu specifications.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas during operations.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during meal preparation.
- Collaborated with chefs to ensure timely food service during peak hours.
- Followed food safety guidelines to uphold high hygiene standards.
- Stocked supplies and ingredients to support daily kitchen functions.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate kitchen tasks.
Kitchen Manger
El Moro Spirits & Tavern
Durango
12.2025 - 12.2026
- Managed daily kitchen operations and staff scheduling to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Ordered and inspected inventory to guarantee quality ingredients availability.
- Maintained kitchen equipment, promptly reporting maintenance needs.
- Enforced health regulations and safety standards within kitchen environment.
- Supervised food production processes, ensuring adherence to high quality standards.
- Trained new staff on proper food handling techniques and safety protocols.
- Promoted teamwork by fostering open communication among kitchen staff.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures, and quality standards.
Lab Member
SPEX Lab
Durango
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Collaborated with team members to design and execute research protocols efficiently.
- Maintained accurate documentation of experimental procedures and results for compliance.
- Trained new members on laboratory techniques, safety protocols, and best practices.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Communicated findings effectively in team meetings to support ongoing projects.
- Collected and prepared samples for laboratory testing to facilitate analysis.
- Assisted senior scientists with various research projects as needed.
- Analyzed experimental results using statistical methods and documented findings accurately.
Restaurant Manager
Sodexo
Durango
08.2022 - 12.2024
- Managed day-to-day operations of restaurant, including scheduling, budgeting, and inventory control.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth restaurant functioning.
- Trained and supervised staff to maintain service standards.
- Supervised and trained staff in customer service, food handling, and safety protocols.
- Coached team members on food safety and sanitation processes, customer service, menu education and up-selling techniques to drive revenue.
- Developed schedules to optimize workforce productivity and coverage.
- Coordinated inventory management and ordering processes effectively.
- Ordered supplies from vendors while adhering to budget guidelines.
- Oversaw financial transactions and maintained accurate cash handling practices.
- Resolved customer complaints to enhance dining experience satisfaction.
- Communicated well and used strong interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with guests and employees.
- Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations and sanitation standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psycholgy
Fort Lewis College
Durango12-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Fort Lewis College
Durango12-2025
Skills
- Food preparation
- Back of house operations
- Cleaning and organization
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Training and mentoring
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Data analysis
- Statistical analysis
- Research methods
- Research methodologies
- Data analysis mastery
- Project management
- Highly motivated
- Collaborative teamwork aptitude
Timeline
Line Cook
Eolus Bar & Dining
12.2025 - Current
Kitchen Manger
El Moro Spirits & Tavern
12.2025 - 12.2026
Lab Member
SPEX Lab
08.2025 - 12.2025
Restaurant Manager
Sodexo
08.2022 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psycholgy
Fort Lewis College
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Fort Lewis College