Ashley Hudson
Chesapeake
Summary
Seeking a position where my passion, professionalism and proficiency will be put to use .Reliable Ordinary Seaman known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. specialized skills in navigation, safety procedures, and deck maintenance, ensuring all work meets rigorous standards.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Ordinary seaman / chief cook
Seafarers International Union
Norfolk
06.2018 - 10.2024
- Assisted in navigation and vessel operations under supervision of senior crew members.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of deck areas and equipment on board.
- Operated safety equipment and participated in emergency drills as required.
- Managed inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining stock levels efficiently.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to safety and sanitation standards.
- Kept transportation operations in compliance with company, legal and safety requirements.
- Communicated regularly with customers regarding changes in routes or estimated delivery times.
- Directed daily transportation of cargo.
Custodian
Chesapeake Public School
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Maintained cleanliness of classrooms, hallways, and restrooms daily.
- Operated cleaning equipment including vacuums and floor machines efficiently.
- Ensured proper disposal of waste and recycling materials throughout the facility.
Hostess
Crazy Buffet
03.2013 - 05.2016
- Scheduled and managed reservation, as well as arranged special events and private parties.
- Successfully assigned more than 300 customers per night to tables while providing each server with the proper number of guests in each section.
- Ensured dining services ran smoothly by checking on tables and informing servers or management of any guest concerns.
- Assisted in preparing the dining area ahead of each service.
- Accommodated guests according to their needs, including providing child booster seats and ensuring customers with wheelchairs felt comfortable.
Education
Chief Cook - Chief Cook
Paul Hall Maritime Academy
Piney Point, MD 05.2020 - 08.2020
Merchant Marine Credentials - CG Certification course, Deckhand Familiarization Class
Mid-Atlantic Maritime Academy
Norfolk, VAHigh diploma -
Tallwood High School
Virginia Beach, VASkills
- Basic knots
- Splices
- Line Handling
- Extensive Customer Service
- Cooking
- Housekeeping
- First Aid
- General health care
- Barge Handling
- Crane operations
- Boat Fueling
- Grinding
- Needle Gunning
- Vessel operations
- Navigation assistance
- Safety compliance
- Cargo management
- Kitchen supervision
- Cleaning standards
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Forklift operation
Credentials Certificates
- U.S.C.G. Merchant Mariner Credential, Rated Ordinary Seaman, Wiper, Steward
- T.W.I.C
- CPR/First Aid /Serve Safe food handler
- STCW 95 & Government Vessels, Environmental Awareness, CBR Defense, Helo Firefighting, Damage Control
Timeline
Chief Cook - Chief Cook
Paul Hall Maritime Academy
05.2020 - 08.2020
Ordinary seaman / chief cook
Seafarers International Union
06.2018 - 10.2024
Custodian
Chesapeake Public School
09.2017 - 06.2018
Hostess
Crazy Buffet
03.2013 - 05.2016
Merchant Marine Credentials - CG Certification course, Deckhand Familiarization Class
Mid-Atlantic Maritime Academy
High diploma -
Tallwood High School