Keith Montgomery
West Columbia
Summary
To obtain a responsible position with opportunities for growth.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Upper Crust Food Service
Columbia
09.2025 - Current
- Monitored food quality and presentation before serving to customers.
- Prepared ingredients following standard recipes and portion sizes.
- Operated kitchen equipment, ensuring proper safety and sanitation protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain smooth kitchen operations.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and adhered to health regulations.
Maintance
McDonald's Restaurant
Columbia
01.2024 - 09.2025
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Outbound
Home Depot
West Columbia
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Constructed walls using a forklift for efficient material handling.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Breast Trimmer
Kraft Heinz
Newberry
03.2020 - 01.2023
- Operated trimming equipment for efficient breast meat processing at leading food manufacturer.
- Maintained strict safety protocols while handling sharp tools and machinery to ensure workplace safety.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production flow and meet efficiency standards.
- Trimmed turkey breast using specialized equipment for meat processing.
Lead Mixer Operator
Aryzta
Cayce
02.2018 - 06.2019
- Mixed ingredients to create high-quality muffin blends
- Operated industrial mixers to maintain product consistency and quality.
- Led crew of 7 in efficient production of muffins
Breast Trimmer
Kraft Foods
Newberry
03.2013 - 07.2015
- Utilized various knives for precise meat cutting and trimming
- Removed skin, bones, feathers, and excess fat to enhance product quality
- Inspected meat products for defects, bruises, and blemishes to ensure quality standards
Packer
Columbia farms
West Columbia
12.2010 - 10.2012
- Weighed products for accurate measurement to maintain consistency in packaging
- Stacked cases of product on pallet for efficient shipping and organization
- Bagged meat for individual cases to ensure product quality and presentation
Vat Washer
Tyson Prepared Foods
Columbia
03.2005 - 04.2010
- Received and processed dirty vats from cook side dump room for cleaning
- Ensured cleanliness and proper storage of vats in whip cooler
- Operated fork lift and low boy equipment to transport vats efficiently
Floor Supervisor/Swing Manager
McDonalds
Columbia
01.1997 - 03.2005
- Oversaw store operations and coordinated activities of 8 employees during shifts
- Managed daily scale, tracked employee hours, controlled store waste, and handled deposits using Microsoft software
- Processed weekly truck orders to ensure timely inventory replenishment
Education
Forklift Training Certificate - Forklift
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC01-2019
High School Diploma -
A.C. Flora
Columbia, SC01-1991
Skills
- Preparation techniques and kitchen equipment operation
- Food safety and quality compliance
- Workstation sanitation and time management
Training
Midlands Technical College, Forklift Training Certificate, 2019
Timeline
Line Cook
Upper Crust Food Service
09.2025 - Current
Maintance
McDonald's Restaurant
01.2024 - 09.2025
Outbound
Home Depot
08.2023 - 10.2023
Breast Trimmer
Kraft Heinz
03.2020 - 01.2023
Lead Mixer Operator
Aryzta
02.2018 - 06.2019
Breast Trimmer
Kraft Foods
03.2013 - 07.2015
Packer
Columbia farms
12.2010 - 10.2012
Vat Washer
Tyson Prepared Foods
03.2005 - 04.2010
Floor Supervisor/Swing Manager
McDonalds
01.1997 - 03.2005
Forklift Training Certificate - Forklift
Midlands Technical College
High School Diploma -
A.C. Flora