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Professional Summary

Forward-thinking professional offering more than Number years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and efficient in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven Type skills.

Driven fast food Prep Cook with wide and diverse skill set. Offering Number years of quality performance in food service roles. Known for reliability, efficiency and best-in-class service.

Skills
  • Food Spoilage Prevention
  • Food Presentation
  • Food Preparation
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Order Delivery Practices
  • Cleaning and Organization
  • Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
Work History
Cook, 01/2019 to 01/2021
Hardees – Oakwood, IL
  • Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
  • Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
  • Received food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete entire order together and serve hot.
  • Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
  • Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations during opening and closing procedures to maximize efficiency.
  • Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Cashier, 01/2018 to 01/2019
Shortstop – Danville , IL
  • Restocked, arranged and organized merchandise in front lanes to drive product sales.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
  • Reviewed and resolved differences between accounting information and cash drawer.
  • Processed POS transactions, including checks, cash and credit purchases or refunds.
  • Answered questions about store policies and concerns to support positive customer experiences.
  • Trained as Job title and provided back-up coverage to provide customers with optimal support.
  • Worked closely with Job title to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
  • Worked with Job titles to complete daily counts and maintain funds security to minimize theft and mismanagement risks.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.
  • Helped over Number guests every day by processing payments, monitoring reward accounts and resolving service concerns.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Checked identification for proof-of-age and refusing alcohol and tobacco sales to underage customers.
  • Prepared and submitted end-of-shift reports using Software.
  • Counted cash in register drawer at beginning and end of shift.
  • Reviewed weekly sales circulars and monitored price changes.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with Number% accuracy.
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
  • Arranged paper and electronic payment records to maintain well-organized fill systems and recordkeeping compliance.
  • Educated customers on promotions to enhance sales.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
  • Checked bills with counterfeit pens and examined coins to spot and refuse foreign currency.
  • Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
Manager, 06/2016 to 01/2018
Pilot Travel Centers – Oakwood, IL
  • Evaluated suppliers by assessing quality, timeliness and compliance of deliveries to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational efficiency.
  • Kept equipment running by clearing jams using Tool and Tool.
  • Set up and calibrated machinery to meet specific production requirements and meet desired tolerances.
  • Maximized efficiency by removing safety hazards and debris from work areas.
  • Identified stock imperfections, assigned grades and noted production concerns based on Timeframe inspections.
  • Monitored operating machinery to assess progress, adjust settings and maintain desired tension and speeds.
  • Provided constructive criticism regarding quality assurance on collections team phone calls.
  • Coached team members in customer service techniques, providing feedback and encouragement toward reaching sales goals.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members which helped resolve issues and conflicts quickly.
  • Planned, managed and directed daily board operations to increase revenue and reduce costs through P&L analysis.
Education
Diploma : N/A, 04/2013
St Joe - St Joseph Illinois
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Hardees
  • Shortstop
  • Pilot Travel Centers

School Attended

  • St Joe

Job Titles Held:

  • Cook
  • Cashier
  • Manager

Degrees

  • Diploma : N/A , 04/2013

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