1. Derek Cottrell
2307 Foster St, Apt A15  Bossier City, LA 71112  Phone: 903-407-7675  E-Mail: cottrellad2016@gmail.com
Professional Summary
A hardworking and motivated professional looking to transition from the United States Air Force active duty to the
civilian workplace. Highly motivated with more than eight years of experience in various jobs and positions. Seeking a job
to bring knowledge, ethics, and resilience to.
Skills
 First Aid certified
 Trained in cross cultural communication
 Strong work ethic
 Flexible
 Quick learner
 Dependable and punctual
 Safety-oriented
 Self-starter
 Resilient
 Public Speaking
Experience
Food Services – Barksdale AFB, Bossier City, LA [09/2009 - 07/2012, 04/2016 - present]
 Inspected kitchens for food service, quality, and
appearance
 Inspected and cleaned service areas
 Practiced safe food handling procedures
 Instructed and trained new staff in proper kitchen
procedures
 Verified portion sizes
 Consistently attained high food quality standards
 Prepared food consistently and in compliance with
recipes, portioning, cooking, and waste control
guidelines
Gym Maintenance/Grounds Keeper – Barksdale AFB, Bossier City, LA [08/2012 - 04/2016]
 Prioritized safety at all times
 Cleaned up trash in and around buildings
 Oversaw and maintained building cleanliness
 Promoted building security and safety
 Oversaw the set up and take down of items for large
events
 Maintained over 200 pieces of fitness equipment
 Performed grounds keeping for softball fields
Education
High School Diploma [2008]
Marshall High School – Marshall, TX
Accomplishments
Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment worth more than $10,000, and saved on maintenance bills.
Enrolled in a five-week course in communication, team building, public speaking, and professional relationships.

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Completed a six-month overseas tour of duty by overseeing local workers and safeguarding US property.