Dear Sir/ Madam,

Please accept this letter and enclosed resume in application for the position.  I believe that my combination of experience, skills and personal interest in the boating industry match well with the qualifications you are seeking. On my resume you will note that I have over a decade of industry experience and 30 years of business management experience which combined ensure a well maintained and operating yacht.  My knowledge in fishing, diving and food preparation will make for a great experience for you, the owner.

I look forward to discussing this opportunity at your convenience and I appreciate your consideration.

Sincerely,

Objectives

To obtain a position in the marine industry, preferably as a captain, with my years of owning and operating a restaurant would allow me to provide a total marine life experience.

Marine Experience

I was most recently working in the marine industry as deck hand on a 72’ tug called the Fort Point based out of Portsmouth, NH as well as a part of the dredge and construction teams. Prior to that I owned and operated Spartan Charters, LLC consisting of daily fishing expeditions.  I am licensed to captain a boat up to 100 Tons with towing; STCW; Able Seaman & Assistant instructor for SCUBA.

Restaurant Owner

I have been an owner and have extensive experience in management of independent and franchised restaurants and a bar.  My strengths include the ability to coordinate multiple operations at once while maintaining a safe and clean environment for my staff and providing superior customer service.  I am able to analyze profit and loss statements; marketing plans; conduct menu analysis; implement provisions management and have streamlined operational procedures to ensure smooth management of operations.  Responsible for hiring and provided training to staff to ensure customer satisfaction while maximizing profits; responsible for the purchase and installation of capital equipment.  I have been responsible for the purchasing of all items, including food and maintenance supplies, necessary to run a multi-unit operation.

MARINE EXPERIENCE:

                Riverside & Pickering Marine Contractors                 March 2015 – Present

                Deckhand

                Portsmouth, New Hampshire

                Spartan Charters, LLC                                                                      2004-2005

                Owner/Captain                                                                                   

                Portsmouth, New Hampshire

RESTAURANT EXPERIENCE:

                Toppings, Inc.                                                                                       2008-2015                                                                           

                Owner/General Manager

                Kennebunk, Maine

                Friendly’s Ice Cream Restaurants                                                  2012- 2013                                                                          

                General Manager

                Various locations in Massachusetts

                Epsom House of Pizza & Sports Bar, Inc.                                      1987-2008

                Owner/General Manager

                Epsom, New Hampshire

EDUCATION: 

                Greater Lowell Regional Vocational Technical School                               1985                       Tyngsboro, MA

                Maine Marine Training Institute                                                                     2004                       Portland, Maine

            Downeast Maritime Inc.                                                                                         2015

Endorsements:    

                Licensed boat captain up to 100 Tons with towing

                Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW)

                Able Seaman

                Assistant instructor for SCUBA

            Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER)

            OSHA 10 Certified

            OSHA Confined Space Certified

            Department of Transportation Medical Examiners Certificate

References:

                Chris Deeley                        Riverside & Pickering Marine Contractors

                                                                (603) 427-2824

                James Murphy     American Food Systems, Inc.

                                                                (781) 273-3230 extension 625

             Doug Anderson              Riverside & Pickering Marine Contractors

                                                     (603) 231-4662