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DELI ASSOCIATE
Summary

Organized and diligent [Job Title] offering over [Number] years of food handling experience combined with high-energy, enthusiastic approach to serving customers. Knowledgeable about managing ingredient preparation, trash removal and other needs with little supervision. Dedicated to building loyal base of customers by providing exceptional, consistent service.

Energetic Deli Clerk with [Number] years of retail support and service experience. Dedicated to top-notch customer service and providing high-quality products to loyal customers. Knowledgeable of broad range of products, including kosher and vegan. Skilled at [Type] equipment use and repairs.

Detail-oriented [Job Title] with strong background in food service and preparation. Excel at delivering excellent customer service in fast-paced environments. Recognized for exceptional [Skill] and [Skill] skills.

Proficient Deli Clerk brings remarkable knowledge of safe, healthy deli operations. Customer-focused approach to safe food assembly and delivery. CRM-centric approach to meeting customer demand.

Personable [Job Title] with [Number] years of deli counter and related experience. Deliver meticulous food preparation and unmatched customer service. Demonstrated proficiency in [Skill] and [Skill].

Dependable deli team member able to complete all tasks in efficient manner. Trained in sanitation and cleaning procedures, inventory rotation and customer relations. [Number] years in the field.

Skills
  • Register operations
  • Inventory rotation
  • Safe food handling
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Equipment use
  • Sales expertise
  • Preparing food items
  • Inventory checks
  • Sanitation and safety standards
  • Work area maintenance
  • Effective customer communication
  • Food Services
  • Signage and pricing accuracy
  • Food Presentation
  • Product Knowledge
  • Stocking of food cases
  • Upselling
  • Work ethic
Experience
Deli Associate
City, StateCompany Name/Apr 2019 to Dec 2019
  • Documented and entered special orders for event catering and party trays using [Software].
  • Maintained work areas in clean, neat and sanitized manner to reduce potential for illness or injury.
  • Stored perishable food items in freezer or refrigerator to protect food from spoilage.
  • Checked and recorded temperatures of refrigerator and freezer daily to verify proper working conditions.
  • Stayed calm and professional in all situations and resolved conflicts to customer satisfaction.
  • Created aesthetically pleasing food arrangements for special orders and party trays.
  • Answered telephone inquiries about available menu items, products and services and delivered appropriate information so customers could make valid choices.
  • Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare high-quality, delicious meals.
  • Closely adhered to food safety and sanitation procedures established by company and regulatory agencies.
  • Gave exceptional customer service to all guests, including during peak business periods, which resulted in increased sales and [Number]% boost in revenues.
  • Communicated effectively with deli counter customers to answer questions and make recommendations.
  • Cleaned utensils, dishes and glasses for customer use.
  • Accepted and processed cash, check, card and mobile payments, maintaining [Number]% accuracy rate.
  • Used mental math and available tools to total materials needed, costs and payment due quickly and efficiently.
  • Worked with customers placing large or specialized orders, providing samples and recommendations and responding to requests.
  • Updated displays, cases and other customer-facing areas to increase sales of special items.
  • Organized ingredients and restocked supplies to prepare for busy periods.
  • Cross-trained in other kitchen positions to support team and meet customer needs.
  • Made orders by slicing, weighing, packaging and pricing meats and cheeses.
  • Completed orders of all sizes according to customer preferences, improving patron retention by [Number]%.
  • Assessed customer needs, including food allergies and suggested additional menu items as appropriate.
  • Sanitized and kept work areas tidy by cleaning surfaces, equipment and floors, removing trash and maintaining machinery.
  • 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.
Server
City, StateCompany Name/Mar 2016 to Jan 2018
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Educated guests on daily specials and appetizers, entrees, desserts and other menu items.
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and anticipating condiments, napkins and other needs.
  • Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
  • Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to beautify table.
  • Upsold customers and optimized table-turns to outperform average sales by [Number]%.
  • Prepared salads, appetizers and set up garnish stations to assist kitchen staff.
  • Restocked nonperishable food items, condiments and napkins to keep pantry well-supplied.
  • Provided exceptional service to [Number] customers per day at [Type] establishment.
  • Collaborated with host, bus person and cook to serve up food and beverage options.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appetizers, entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for food allergies and gluten intolerances.
  • Plated food and assessed plate presentation to maintain highest standard of food quality.
Server
City, StateCompany Name/Mar 2016 to Oct 2017
  • Educated guests on daily specials and appetizers, entrees, desserts and other menu items.
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and anticipating condiments, napkins and other needs.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
  • Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to beautify table.
  • Restocked nonperishable food items, condiments and napkins to keep pantry well-supplied.
  • Provided exceptional service to [Number] customers per day at [Type] establishment.
  • Collaborated with host, bus person and cook to serve up food and beverage options.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appetizers, entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for food allergies and gluten intolerances.
  • Plated food and assessed plate presentation to maintain highest standard of food quality.
  • Confirmed customers' ages for alcohol service and discontinued service to intoxicated guests.
  • Served plated dinners, buffet-style dinners and passed hors d'oeuvres for parties.
  • Prepared and served cold, hot and [Type] beverages to guests.
  • Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
  • Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
  • Carefully transferred orders from kitchen and bar areas to tables and cleared plates as patrons finished food and beverage items.
  • Rearranged tables and chairs, located or rolled extra silverware and [Action] to prepare for large groups.
  • Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
  • Minimized customer wait times by efficiently taking and filling large volume of orders each day.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
  • Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
Catcher
City, StateCompany Name/Apr 2015 to May 2016
  • Weighed and mixed pelletized thermoplastic materials and coloring pigments accurately to achieve desired outcome.
  • Achieved production targets by maximizing changeover efficiency and setting up [Type] equipment.
  • Set dials and controls on machine to create products of correct size, shape and thickness.
  • Measured and tested products against specification requirements and communicated issues immediately to [Job Title] for remediation.
Education and Training
GEDHannibal Sr. High SchoolJun 1987City, State
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Hannibal Sr. High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Deli Associate
  • Server
  • Catcher

Degrees

  • GED

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