AUGUST MALCHOW
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Gilbert
Summary
Versatile and dependable professional with a strong background in management, construction, and cooking. Skilled in leading teams, organizing work efficiently, and maintaining high standards of quality and safety. Brings a mix of leadership, hands-on ability, and creativity to every project.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Certificates
Work History
Mitigation Technician
Copper State Home Builders
03.2020 - Current
- Troubleshot malfunctions and diagnosed issues to service equipment quickly and fully.
- Provided restoration services for structures that have been damaged by fire, mold, water, and weather.
- Placed fans and dehumidifiers in strategic room locations to remove moisture from carpet, air and upholstery.
- Inspected completed restoration to ensure conformance to standards.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Operated advanced water extraction equipment to mitigate damage and restore properties efficiently.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Manager
RA Sushi Bar and Restaurant
02.2021 - 03.2024
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and streamline processes.
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to drive organizational growth and performance.
- Mentored and trained staff to improve skill sets and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Established and maintained effective communication channels across departments to facilitate collaboration.
- Evaluated operational workflows, recommending changes that resulted in increased productivity.
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
Personal Shopper
Walmart
02.2019 - 10.2020
- Attended to customers with quick and accurate service under tight deadlines.
- Bagged groceries carefully to keep products in good condition, separated fragile products and kept frozen and perishable foods cold or fresh.
- Completed pickup and shopping orders for customers across Arizona.
- Maximized hourly rate by organizing shopping trips and planning efficient routes.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring product availability and timely restocking.
- Collaborated with store teams to optimize product placement.
Busser, Line Cook, Food Runner, Host, Take-Out
Bj's Restaurants Inc
05.2016 - 12.2019
- Cleared tables to maintain high turnover rate and minimize wait times.
- Greeted guests and gathered information to seat groups or place on waitlist.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Gained broad base knowledge in restaurant operations, both front-of-house and back-of-house.
- Completed final preparations of dishes and quickly delivered items to customers.
- Relayed orders and special requests to cooks.
- Earned Team Member Of The Year Award 2018.
- Supported dining room setup and breakdown to prepare for various events and shifts.
Take-Out Server, Line Cook, Fryer, Expo, Dish
Lo-Lo's
08.2014 - 01.2018
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
- Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for all customer needs by quickly scraping, washing and restacking items.
- Recorded and reported status of various ingredient stock levels to notify manager to reorder products.
- Unloaded trucks to move food and supplies from delivery vehicle to storage areas.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and delivery.
- Trained new team members on operational procedures and customer interaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Highland High School
Gilbert, AZ05-2017
Skills
Decontamination procedures
Emergency response planning
Building inspection
Decision-making
Operations management
Team leadership
Effective problem solving
Food safety
Construction
Power tool operation
Heavy lifting
Demolition
Certification
Food handler card.
Accomplishments
BJ's Brewery Overall Team Member Of The Year Award 2018.
Timeline
Manager
RA Sushi Bar and Restaurant
02.2021 - 03.2024
Mitigation Technician
Copper State Home Builders
03.2020 - Current
Personal Shopper
Walmart
02.2019 - 10.2020
Busser, Line Cook, Food Runner, Host, Take-Out
Bj's Restaurants Inc
05.2016 - 12.2019
Take-Out Server, Line Cook, Fryer, Expo, Dish
Lo-Lo's
08.2014 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Highland High School