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Jessica Claire
  • , , 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
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Summary

Hard-working Cook brings detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Keep kitchen areas well-stocked and organized for maximum efficiency. Team-oriented and reliable with excellent communication and problem-solving strengths. Focused Cooks with expertise preparing meals for customers in busy food establishments. Versatile professional with experience in food safety, supply management and plating. Courteous and bilingual with excellent multitasking and presentation skills. Experienced server with solid background in food service and history tackling various tasks to support team. Knowledgeable about safe food handling and order taking with high standards for organization and cleanliness. Successful at offering speedy assistance to maximize customer satisfaction. Detail-oriented Housekeeper well-known for thorough and detailed cleaning services. Reliable and quick-paced worker with excellent attention to detail. Offering strong record of industry performance rooted in integrity and hard work. Dedicated Housekeeper experienced in basic housekeeping duties including changing sheets and towels, restocking toilet supplies, vacuuming and dusting. Supports facility operations by cleaning units with professional products and maintaining quality standards. Demonstrates strong commitment to providing best possible experience for guests. Well-organized Housekeeper possessing excellent time management and cleaning skills. Trustworthy professional openly accepts direction and follows through. Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of cleaning equipment operations.

Skills
  • Cutting and slicing techniques
  • Dish preparation
  • Food presentation
  • Cleaning and organization
  • ServSafe certified
  • OSHA
  • High volume production capability
  • Food handlers card
  • Focused and disciplined
  • Effective prioritization
  • Team-oriented
  • Food preparation
  • Flexible
  • Leadership
  • Work ethic
  • Check payment processing
  • Table setting arrangements
  • Dining customer service
  • Food inspection
  • Food safety understanding
  • Menu knowledge
  • Table Bussing
  • Safe food handling
  • Quality control
  • Staff development
  • Polishing surfaces
  • Bloodborne pathogen training
  • Caring for fine china
  • Light fixtures and ceiling fans
  • Washing windows
  • Interior and exterior cleaning
  • Chemical cleaning
  • Ergonomics and safety training
  • Focused and detail-oriented
  • Exceptional time management
  • Closet detailing
  • Natural cleaning products
  • Mopping and buffing floors
  • Cleaning methods
  • Dusting
  • Hardworking
  • Exceptional communicator
  • Hospitality background
  • Physically strong
  • Excellent oral and written communication
  • Guest amenity replenishment
  • Customer-oriented
  • Quality assurance controls
  • Decision making skills
  • Supply inventory management
  • Customer service-focused
  • English language fluency
  • Mobile cart operation
  • Stocking bathrooms
  • Restroom detailing
  • Liquor, wine and food service
  • Point of Sale (POS) system operations
  • Menu memorization
  • Price memorization
  • Special dietary requirements
  • Seating assignment preparation
  • Service prioritization
  • Sales Techniques
  • Relationship management
  • Dining crew workflow optimization
  • Payment processing
  • Cash register operation
  • POS systems
  • Issue resolution
  • Customer order recording
  • Scanner operations
  • Cash drawer balancing
  • Credit and cash transactions
  • Cash management
  • Customer greeting
  • ID verification
  • Customer assistance
  • Product recommendations
  • Merchandise restocking
  • Cash counting machine operations
  • Security monitoring
  • Loss prevention
  • Coin counting
  • Liquor regulations and compliance
  • Staff mentoring
  • Knowledge of wine and spirits
Experience
Cook, 05/2020 to 09/2021
Edgewood SummitCharleston, WV,
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Collaborated with servers to maintain timely food preparation goals.
  • Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
  • Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods, including meats, potatoes and fish.
  • Developed strategies to enhance food-presentation aspects of catering and retail environments.
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
  • Operated all bakery equipment, including ovens, proofers, fryers, sheeters, rounders, scales and mixers.
  • Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients to use oldest products first.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
  • Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
  • Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
  • Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
Housekeeper, 09/2020 to 02/2021
Newport Hospitality GroupScranton, PA,
  • Returned vacant rooms to occupant-ready status by deep cleaning, changing linens, restocking inventory and removing trash.
  • Removed finger marks and smudges from doors, frames and glass partitions to enhance shine.
  • Coordinated delivery of extra room furniture, bedding, linen and towels to meet guests needs.
  • Rendered detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
  • Created checklists for daily stocking of housekeeping carts to improve inventory management and prevent unnecessary trips to stockroom.
  • Dusted ceiling air conditioning diffusers and ventilation systems to improve airflow.
  • Supplied extra towels and toiletries when requested to optimize guest comfort.
  • Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
  • Requested maintenance orders to fix non-working equipment and address room damage.
  • Moved beds, sofas and small furniture to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
  • Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
  • Mopped and vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance at all times.
  • Replaced sheets and pillowcases daily and used hospitality corners on beds to provide extreme comfort for guests.
  • Followed manufacturer instructions for using chemicals and equipment to avoid burns, injuries and workplace accidents.
Restaurant Busser, 01/2019 to 03/2020
Wyndham WorldwideCoral Springs, FL,
  • Restocked condiments and drink station supplies to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Cleared tables efficiently to maintain high turnover rate and minimize wait times.
  • Monitored customer movements and quickly cleared empty tables for future customers.
  • Verified adequate levels of supplies such as linens and trays and restocked low items.
  • Led team in carrying out day-to-day tasks with customer service program in mind.
  • Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
  • Executed cash transactions quickly and accurately.
  • Supported serving staff in delivering accurate and well-presented food orders.
  • Managed inventory of dining room products, including condiments, linens and flatware.
  • Applied proactive and resourceful nature to create pleasant guest experiences.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
  • Backed up cashier staff to process customer orders and payments.
  • Stocked displays with new and transferred merchandise.
Team Member, 01/2015 to 12/2018
TacocabanaKaty, TX,
  • Assisted newly hired team members by explaining company procedures and safety requirements and delivered positive feedback upon job task completion.
  • Observed strict food safety and sanitation rules and practices to avoid illnesses like E.coli and salmonella.
  • Monitored equipment operation and made timely adjustments to achieve desired product quality and consistency.
  • Removed final products, packaged in designated containers and prepared items for shipment or further processing.
  • Recorded production data for each product batch, including ingredients used, time cycles and temperatures.
  • Produced food products of desired flavors, textures, colors and bouquets by properly interpreting and following established recipes and procedures.
  • Followed recipes with accuracy and precision to achieve optimal integrity of food products, including specific flavor and texture.
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
  • Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Developed new recipes based on knowledge of consumer tastes, ideal nutritional needs and budgetary considerations.
  • Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients to use oldest products first.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods, including meats, potatoes and fish.
  • Regulated oven, broiler and roaster operations for cooking at correct temperatures.
  • Prepared bakery and specialty products such as bagels, breads and pastries.
  • Oversaw handling of special-order items, including decorated cakes, cupcakes, tarts and pastries.
  • Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations.
  • Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
  • Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
  • Operated all bakery equipment, including ovens, proofers, fryers, sheeters, rounders, scales and mixers.
  • Cultivated original menu items, precisely executing them to periodically refresh meal portfolio.
  • Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
  • Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times at lunch and dinner rush.
  • Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
  • Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
  • Frosted and decorated cakes, cupcakes, doughnuts, sweet rolls, pastries and cookies.
  • Developed strategies to enhance food-presentation aspects of catering and retail environments.
  • Developed processes to streamline food-preparation and presentation tasks, recommending changes as necessary to boost food-cost savings.
  • Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
  • Swept and mopped front end during shifts to maintain professional appearance.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with assistance for any request or question.
  • Backed up cashiers ringing up large number of customers by bagging products.
  • Helped supervisor control customer flow and backed-up lines by running registers during busy periods.
  • Assisted with purchases, locating items and signing up for rewards programs.
  • Wiped down counters and conveyor belt to remove debris and maintain cleanliness.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer service.
  • Properly verified customer identification for alcohol or tobacco purchases.
  • Processed all sales transactions accurately and promptly to prevent long customer wait times.
  • Assisted customers with account updates, new service additions and promotional offers.
  • Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find necessary store items.
  • Promoted specific item options to drive sales and achieve add-on purchases.
  • Operated cash register, collected payments and provided accurate change.
  • Resolved issues with cash registers, card scanners and printers.
  • Maintained high productivity by efficiently processing cash, credit, debit and voucher program payments for customers.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum efficiency.
  • Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers and maintain satisfaction levels.
  • Wrapped items and bagged purchases properly to prevent merchandise breakage.
  • Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Scanned customer purchases, supporting transactions to streamline sales process.
  • Inspected items for damage and obtained replacements for customers.
  • Observed company return policy when processing refunds, including inspecting merchandise for wear or damage.
Education and Training
High School Diploma: , Expected in 01/2017 to Abilene High School - Abilene, TX
GPA:

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Abilene High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Cook
  • Housekeeper
  • Restaurant Busser
  • Team Member

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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