Friendly Prepared Foods Team Member skilled in food safety and observant of all sanitation guidelines and regulations. Dedicated employee helping promote sales through positive customer engagement and giving out food samples. Pursuing a position in an established organization where attentiveness and enthusiasm are highly sought.
Skills
Register operations
Sanitation and safety standards
Food Services
Cleaning and sanitizing
Work area maintenance
Preparing food items
Safe food handling
Stocking of food cases
Effective customer communication
Communication
Upselling
Collaboration
Product Knowledge
Education and Training
Charles W Flanagan High SchoolPembroke Pines, FLExpected in 06/2020High School Diploma:GPA:Status
Experience
Bj's Wholesale Club, Inc.Deli
Westbury, NY, 12/2019Current
Received new inventory and rotated stock by dates to keep items fresh and usable.
Distributed new item samples to customers in order to provide opportunities for individuals to try products before purchase.
Removed food items from inventory and restocked refrigerated and frozen cases to maintain product availability.
Cleaned utensils, dishes and glasses for customer use.
Worked with customers placing large or specialized orders, providing samples and recommendations and responding to requests.
Stayed calm and professional in all situations and resolved conflicts to customer satisfaction.
Observed key food safety procedures by checking proper storage and appropriate temperatures for cold and frozen items.
Organized ingredients and restocked supplies to prepare for busy periods.
Made orders by slicing, weighing, packaging and pricing meats and cheeses.
Assessed customer needs, including food allergies and suggested additional menu items as appropriate.
Maintained work areas in clean, neat and sanitized manner to reduce potential for illness or injury.
Communicated effectively with deli counter customers to answer questions and make recommendations.
Holiday RetirementWaitress
Fort Collins, CO, 12/201810/2019
Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.
Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts to customers.
Communicated with event coordinators to verify appropriate and adequate accommodations for larger parties.
Minimized customer wait times by efficiently taking and filling large volume of orders each day.
Served plated dinners, buffet-style dinners and passed hors d'oeuvres for parties.
Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
Prepared salads, appetizers and set up garnish stations to assist kitchen staff.
Maximized beverage sales by suggesting appropriate food and drink pairings to suit unique customer preferences.
Educated guests on daily specials and appetizers, entrees, desserts and other menu items.
Updated repeat customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
Communicated with kitchen staff frequently to stay up-to-date on supply availability and potential customer wait times.
Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts to boost performance of serving staff.
Beaumont HospitalsCook
Warren, MI, 01/201712/2018
Offered support to other stations during high-volume shifts to maintain optimal coverage and meet customer needs.
Adhered to all regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
Made all meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Dressed, seasoned and garnished appetizers and salads to prepare for food service.
Beaumont HospitalsCook
Beverly Hills, MI, 01/201811/2018
Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients to use oldest products first.
Developed processes to streamline food-preparation and presentation tasks, recommending changes as necessary to boost food-cost savings.
Grilled and deep fried various foods, including meats, potatoes and fish.
Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations.
Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
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