Enthusiastic Food Service Worker familiar preparing food ingredients and preparing dishes according to recipes. Conscientious and self-directed professional successful at working quickly in independent capacities. Always adding an artistic point of view with an upbeat personality and attitude.
Skills
Foodservice team development
Foodservice
Foodservice techniques
Foodservice sanitation
Food service knowledge
Safe food service knowledge
Handling food
Food safety procedures
Experience
Food Service Worker/cashier, 10/2016 - Current Boys Town – Davie, FL,
Prepared for busy periods by organizing ingredients and restocking supplies for expected loads.
Utilized approved food recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures and standard portion control.
Removed required ingredients from pantry, cleaning and cutting food items as called for by recipes.
Stored food in designated areas following wrapping, dating, food safety and rotation procedures.
Cleaned work areas, equipment and utensils.
Thoroughly cleaned and sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment.
Monitored inventory and promptly reported items that needed to be reordered.
Created aesthetically pleasing food arrangements for special orders and party trays.
Plated completed meals in appealing arrangement and set in designated areas for delivery to patrons.
Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas in conformance with health codes.
Closely adhered to food safety and sanitation procedures established by company and regulatory agencies.
Protected food from spoilage by storing according to safety procedures.
Performed prep work such as washing, peeling, cutting and seeding fruits and vegetables.
Carried pans, kettles and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator in accordance with safety standards.
Verified compliance with all sanitation and safety requirements.
Kept all utensils, dishes and glasses clean and ready for customer use.
Adjusted preparation and ingredients to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
Kept work areas, utensils and pans cleaned and sanitized.
Upheld food safety standards at all times.
Washed, peeled, cut and measured recipe ingredients.
Ensured compliance with company service standards, including inventory and cash control procedures.
Cross-trained in [Type] and [Type] positions to support team and help meet all customer needs.a
Cross-trained in [Type] and [Type] positions to support team and help meet all customer needs.
Discussed menu items and dietary concerns, noted special requests and suggested appetizers or other additional items to meet upsell goals.
Inventoried food supplies to determine needs and replenish stations.
Inspected restrooms for cleanliness and availability of supplies 2 times per shift.
Welcomed incoming patrons and seated at optimal locations based on individual preferences and server balancing requirements.
Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling, guest expectations and restaurant protocols.
Relayed orders and special requests to cooks, monitoring finished dishes for accuracy with preferences.
Assisted in preparing for special functions and banquets by setting up and taking down tables and chairs and decorating.
Completed final preparations of dishes and quickly delivered items to customers.
Reset tables between guests, including refilling condiments and wiping down all surfaces.
Recorded orders and partnered with team members to efficiently serve food and beverages.
Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
Collected empty plates and glasses to minimize bussing requirements between customers.
Prepared dining and serving areas by setting up tables and counters.
Assisted individuals in selecting meal options, including entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for those with food allergies and gluten intolerances.
Responded quickly to customer concerns and inquiries and provided appropriate answers, escalating major issues to owner immediately.
Kept tables neat, cleared away dirty dishes, wiped down surfaces and refreshed glasses.
Cleaned and inspected food preparation areas for safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
Wiped down and sanitized food preparation areas using dishcloths, hot water and cleaning products.
Checked menus to verify current selection availability and cleanliness.
Prepared salads and appetizers to back up kitchen staff.
Discussed alternative selections with chef for guests with food allergies or gluten-free requests.
Added special garnishes and other finishing touches to improve visual impact of plates and contrast or add flavor to dishes.
Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies, dietary needs and other special requests.
Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
Kitchen Manager, 10/2009 - 10/2014 Oasis Elementary School – City, STATE,
Completed regular line checks to maximize quality assurance.
Trained employees on correct cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
Kept kitchen clean, neat and sanitized by implementing surface and equipment schedules and standards.
Revamped and motivated kitchen staff to be highly efficient and produce consistent quality.
Interviewed, hired, and supervised back of house staff.
Cleaned and inspected food preparation areas for safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
Coordinated preparation of customer meals and monitored food handling for safety purposes.
Trained workers in every position, including food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles.
Received, organized and rotated paper goods and food ingredients.
Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and increase efficiency.
Priced and ordered food products, kitchen equipment and food service supplies.
Bartender/server/, 04/2002 - 07/2012 Victory Lane Cafe – City, STATE,
Collected food, wine and appetizer orders from patrons and promoted upsell items.
Restocked beer and liquor on regular schedule and after special events to prepare for forecasted needs.
Ordered and maintained inventory of bar products, including alcohol, soft drinks and supplies to drive high volume of sales.
Kept detailed inventories of bar supplies and kept work areas stocked to maintain workflow efficiently.
Checked identification of customers to verify age requirements needed for purchase of alcohol.
Planned and updated menus to capitalize on changing trends in customer preferences.
Multitasked to meet customer, business operations and server needs with minimal errors or delays.
Promoted products to customers to enhance bill totals with high-profit items.
Stayed up-to-date on latest in mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
Kept close track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area seamlessly, providing pleasant dining experience to customers and smoothing process for wait staff.
Promoted customer safety by maintaining current list of available ride services for inebriated customers.
Supported servers by preparing specialty drinks for patrons in all areas of establishment.
Maintained tight financial controls with highly accurate daily registers.
Recognized VIP customers immediately and provided special treatment, including preferred tables.
Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Engaged in small talk with all patrons per day to build rapport and earn repeat business.
Confirmed customers' ages for alcohol service and discontinued service to intoxicated guests.
Checked patrons' identification to ensure minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages.
Stocked bar with beer, wine, liquor and related supplies, including straws, garnishes, ice, glassware and napkins.
Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports to support financial and administrative objectives.
Education and Training
Hairdressers License: , Expected in 1980 - Ft Myers Beauty College - Ft Myers , Fl, GPA:
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