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Summary

Focused [Job Title] with expertise preparing meals for customers in busy [Type] establishments. Versatile professional with experience in food safety, supply management and plating. Courteous and bilingual with excellent multitasking and presentation skills.

Detail-oriented Housekeeper well-known for ensuring thorough and detailed cleaning services. Reliable and quick-paced with excellent attention to detail. Offering [Number] years of industry performance rooted in integrity and hard work.

Skills
  • Food presentation
  • ServSafe certified
  • Cleaning methods
  • Dusting
  • Mopping and buffing floors
  • High-volume dining
  • Effective customer upselling
  • Food safety understanding
  • Dining customer service
  • Menu memorization
  • Table setting arrangements
Experience
12/2019 to Current
CookBrookdale Senior Living － Ontario , CA
  • Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • Created nutritious, safe, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
  • Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize salmonella and other foodborne illnesses.
  • Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
  • Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
  • Identified opportunities to increase revenue, decrease kitchen expenses and maximize departmental productivity without compromising guest satisfaction.
  • Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
  • Performed work station prep, including [Task] and [Task] prior to shift start.
  • Frosted and decorated cakes, cupcakes, doughnuts, sweet rolls, pastries and cookies.
01/2018 to 12/2019
ServerBrookdale Senior Living － Whittier, CA
  • Satisfied customers by keeping drinks topped off and anticipating needs such as condiments and extra napkins.
  • Arranged each place setting attractively and verified all items were clean and free from water spots and chips.
  • Recommended daily specials, wine selections and desserts to guide patrons toward more profitable items.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies, dietary needs and other special requests.
  • Completed opening and closing checklists, including emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
  • Discussed alternative selections with chef for guests with food allergies or gluten-free requests.
  • Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks.
  • Cleaned dining area between guests with efficient sweeping, glass washing and spill removal.
  • Prepared salads and appetizers to back up kitchen staff.
  • Added special garnishes and other finishing touches to improve visual impact of plates and contrast or add flavor to dishes.
04/2017 to 12/2017
Server Westminster Senior Living － Westminster , CA
  • Educated guests on daily specials and menu offerings such as appetizers, entrees and desserts.
  • Satisfied customers by keeping drinks topped off and anticipating needs such as condiments and extra napkins.
  • Arranged each place setting attractively and verified all items were clean and free from water spots and chips.
  • Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling, guest expectations and restaurant protocols.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies, dietary needs and other special requests.
  • Assisted individuals in selecting meal options, including entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for those with food allergies and gluten intolerances.
  • Added special garnishes and other finishing touches to improve visual impact of plates and contrast or add flavor to dishes.
  • Restocked nonperishables and other items, including condiments and napkins from inventory to keep pantry well-supplied.
07/2016 to 12/2016
HousekeeperMeridian Garden Of Anaheim － Anaheim, CA
  • Returned vacant rooms to occupant-ready status by deep cleaning, changing linens, restocking inventory and removing trash.
  • Provided detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
  • Followed proper handling procedures for chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floor and fixtures.
  • Completed cleaning tasks while spending majority of day walking, twisting, bending, pushing and kneeling to get job done.
  • Washed and polished glass windows and doors to keep entryways clear and professional.
  • Requested maintenance orders to fix non-working equipment and address any room damage.
  • Swept and vacuumed floors, hallways and stairwells.
  • Swept and damp-mopped private stairways and hallways.
  • Thoroughly cleaned [Type] establishment, including rooms, lobbies, lounges and restrooms to maintain organized and welcoming environment.
  • Dusted and vacuumed [Number] assigned rooms, wiped baseboards, removed scuff marks and cleaned mirrors, toilets, sinks, showers, tubs and marble floors daily.
  • Used [Type] cleaning products for sanitizing bathrooms and kitchens to reduce spread of germs and prevent illness.
  • Removed all trash from guest rooms, including emptying wastebaskets and properly disposing of all soiled linen.
  • Changed and laundered sheets, removing stains by using [Type] cleaner to restore all linens to pristine condition.
  • Replaced sheets and pillowcases daily and used hospitality corners on all beds.
  • Managed client laundry with proper care and attention to needs of different linens and articles of clothing.
Education and Training
06/2016
High School DiplomaCajon High School － San Bernardino, CA
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Brookdale Senior Living
  • Westminster Senior Living
  • Meridian Garden Of Anaheim

School Attended

  • Cajon High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Cook
  • Server
  • Housekeeper

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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