BRIAN AVRIL
New Orleans
Summary
Motivational Leader skilled in driving organizational success through effective team building and customer service strategies. Implemented training and morale-building techniques to enhance employee engagement and performance. Demonstrated strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills while embracing new challenges.
Overview
8
8
years of post-secondary education
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Seafood Manager
Rouses
New Orleans
01.2026 - Current
- Managed seafood department operations to ensure product quality and freshness.
- Coordinated with suppliers for timely delivery of fresh seafood products.
- Oversaw inventory levels to maintain stock and reduce waste.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and company policies in seafood display.
- Trained and mentored staff on seafood handling and safety practices.
- Trained new employees in preparation, handling, and storage procedures for seafood products.
- Directed daily work schedules and tasks for seafood department employees.
- Stocked and rotated seafood merchandise in accordance with company standards on merchandise presentation, safety, sanitation and customer service.
- Organized weekly orders from suppliers and managed delivery schedules.
Seafood Clerk
Rouses
New Orleans
04.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted customers with selecting and packaging seafood products.
- Greeted customers and answered their questions regarding seafood selection, prices, and availability.
- Managed seafood display to ensure freshness and quality for customers.
- Cut seafood into specified sizes to meet customer preferences., wrapped, weighed and tared seafood department products.
- Operated scales and packaging equipment for accurate product presentation.
- Monitored product expiration dates to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Cut and wrapped seafood products for display in the department.
Fry Cook
Parrain's
Baton Rouge
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Prepared menu items such as french fries, onion rings, fish, chicken and other deep fried foods.
- Prepared various fried dishes according to restaurant standards and recipes.
- Operated deep fryers safely while cooking food items as per customer requests.
- Operated deep fryers and other cooking equipment safely and effectively.
- Inspected fryers regularly to ensure optimal performance and temperature levels.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations during service hours.
Information Technology Specialist
Freelance
01.2015 - 12.2024
- Evaluated client needs, created hardware and networking plans, and generated customer quotes with 3rd party vendor purchases.
- Executed complete server and desktop deployment to meet client specifications
- Performs hardware and software troubleshooting and repair
- Facilitated technical support for clients, ensuring resolution of hardware and software challenges.
- Conducted system installations and configurations for various applications.
- Collaborated with vendors to procure IT equipment and services aligned with project requirements
- Resolved complex problems by troubleshooting hardware and software applications.
- Installed, configured, and maintained computer systems, networks, printers, and other related equipment.
Dishwasher
Applebee's
Baton Rouge
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Operated dishwashing machinery efficiently to ensure proper sanitation.
- Maintained cleanliness of dishes and kitchen utensils in fast-paced environment.
- Assisted kitchen staff by providing clean plates and utensils during peak hours.
Computer Technician
Computer Exchange
Baton Rouge
01.2004 - 01.2015
- Diagnosed and repaired hardware and software issues to restore full functionality for users
- Created fully operational computers to meet user specifications
- Provided technical support for customers including phone support
- Provided technical support to customers through phone and in-person assistance, resolving inquiries efficiently
- Assembled new computers
- Ensured proper operation of in-store network and installed network cables for clients to facilitate seamless connectivity
Computer Technician
Computer Heaven
01.2004 - 12.2004
- Delivered IT business services tailored to client needs
- Performed hardware and software diagnostics to resolve issues
- Restored and refurbished computers and peripherals for enhanced performance
Computer Technician
Computer Exchange
Baton Rouge
01.1997 - 01.2004
- Diagnosed hardware and software issues, restoring functionality for users
- Built new computers to meet customer specifications
- Upgraded hardware and software components to enhance performance
- Delivered technical support via phone and in-person, resolving customer inquiries effectively
- Executed data backups to secure information for clients
- Maintained network functionality and installed cables, ensuring seamless connectivity for clients
Computer Technician
Formosa Computers
Baton Rouge
01.1996 - 12.1996
- Diagnosed and repaired hardware and software issues, ensuring optimal system performance
- Enhanced computer systems by upgrading software and hardware components.
- Built new computers to meet specifications for customer needs.
- Provided technical support, including phone assistance, enhancing customer satisfaction
Laboratory Technician
Department of Agronomy, Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge
01.1993 - 01.1995
- Conducted chemical analyses to support research objectives
- Operated and maintained analyzers (carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, gas chromatograph, Wescan) to ensure accurate testing results
- Extracted and prepared data for statistical analyses to facilitate informed decision-making
- Maintained and repaired computers for graduate students to ensure optimal performance.
- Maintained computers for graduate students
- Conducted regular data backups to prevent data loss
Education
Louisiana State University - Chemical Engineering
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 01.1992 - 12.1996
Computer Science
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, Louisiana 01.1989 - 12.1991
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Problem Resolution
- Technical Support
- Network design
- Network systems
- System security
- Testing and Evaluation
Timeline
Seafood Manager
Rouses
01.2026 - Current
Seafood Clerk
Rouses
04.2025 - 01.2026
Fry Cook
Parrain's
01.2025 - 06.2025
Dishwasher
Applebee's
02.2024 - 08.2024
Information Technology Specialist
Freelance
01.2015 - 12.2024
Computer Technician
Computer Exchange
01.2004 - 01.2015
Computer Technician
Computer Heaven
01.2004 - 12.2004
Computer Technician
Computer Exchange
01.1997 - 01.2004
Computer Technician
Formosa Computers
01.1996 - 12.1996
Laboratory Technician
Department of Agronomy, Louisiana State University
01.1993 - 01.1995
Louisiana State University - Chemical Engineering
Louisiana State University
01.1992 - 12.1996
Computer Science
Southeastern Louisiana University
01.1989 - 12.1991