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KITCHEN STAFF MEMBER
Summary

I have been trained and worked in different jobs of mostly customer service for the last three years. I believe I have good communication skills with people and working different services of customer service I know and work for my employers and the customers the best way I know professionally, polite and courteous. I'm skilled working in the kitchen as well as restaurant style cooking and business. My maintenance skills are from cleaning,basic plumbing, servicing and maintaining fryers, grills and other kitchenette, power washing and driving a bobcat for trash removal and more. This is just a small description of my skills and work experience.

Skills
  • Salad preparation
  • Heavy lifting
  • Cooking equipment maintenance
  • Trash removal
  • Team contribution
  • Safe food handling
  • Proper storage and preservation
  • Organization
  • Communications
  • Customer service
Experience
August 2019
to
June 2020
Company NameCity, StateKitchen Staff Member
  • Restocked pantry with nonperishable food items to prevent stock from running low.
  • Handled various food-oriented responsibilities, including chopping vegetables, cutting up fresh fruit and preparing salads.
  • Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas in conformance with health codes.
  • Cross-trained in [Type] and [Type] positions to support team and help meet all customer needs.
  • Monitored inventory and promptly reported food items requiring reorder to [Job title].
  • Plated completed meals in appealing arrangement and set in designated areas for delivery to patrons.
  • Verified proper operation of refrigerators, freezers and warming lamps by collecting temperature readings every day.
  • Observed strict procedures regarding food handling and sanitation to safeguard against foodborne illnesses.
  • Kept all utensils, dishes and glasses clean and ready for customer use.
  • Prepared for busy periods by organizing ingredients and restocking supplies for expected loads.
  • Removed required ingredients from pantry, cleaning and cutting food items as called for by recipes.
  • Followed recipes and customer request details to prepare high-quality, delicious meals.
  • Protected food from spoilage by properly storing in freezer and refrigerator.
  • Adjusted preparation and ingredients to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
  • Floated in food-prep area to identify support tasks and receive assignments from cooks.
  • Monitored and recorded temperatures of food, storage, and service areas to maintain established, regulatory guidelines.
  • Maintained clean and sanitized work area in accordance with food safety guidelines, avoiding cross-contamination of raw and prepared food products.
  • Added garnishes and other finishing touches to improve plating presentation.
  • Packaged and stored food products appropriately to ensure proper handling and preservation.
  • Employed knowledge of cutlery and culinary tools to prepare [Type] foods.
  • Re-stocked, organized and arranged service and food stations.
December 2017
to
August 2019
Company NameCity, StateCook, Cashier, Maintenance.
  • Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
  • Read weekly sales inserts and monitored price changes.
  • Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
  • Assisted with purchases, locating items and signing up for rewards programs.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered advice.
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • Processed returned items in accordance with store policy.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
  • Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
  • Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize salmonella and other foodborne illnesses.
  • Designed, fabricated and installed [Type] upgrades to improve existing equipment.
  • Responded within [Number][Timeframe] to internal personnel inquiries and complaints regarding maintenance and repair, resulting in [Number]% increase in employee satisfaction.
  • Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
  • Rectified [Type] and [Type] issues with minimal supervision and notified [Job title] of problems that required [Type] resolution.
  • Inspected components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and oversaw installations to prohibit defects, such as loose connections and frayed wires.
  • Developed strategies to enhance catering and retail foodservice revenue and productivity goals.
  • Inspected alarm systems and [Type] monitors on [Timeframe] basis to comply with carbon monoxide and fire standards.
  • Placed trash, yard clippings and other types of debris in proper receptacles to keep grounds neat and manicured.
  • Cleaned and lubricated machinery shafts, bearings and gears.
  • Executed daily operations of preventive maintenance on electrical panels, motor controls and switch gears.
  • Organized and maintained both physical and digital payment documentation for accurate filing and compliant recordkeeping.
  • Mentored junior maintenance professionals to provide instruction on correct repair procedures.
  • Responds to emergency cleaning requests hourly.
  • Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods, including meats, potatoes and fish.
  • Read blueprints and specifications to determine best methods to approach [Type] and [Type] projects.
  • Decorated cakes, cupcakes, tarts and pastries and skillfully handled special order items.
  • Identified and implemented new method for streamlining [Type] process that resulted in increased workflow by [Number]%.
  • Created approximately [Number] orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Compiled and updated client data to track payments trends and support accurate accounting.
  • Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients to use oldest products first.
  • Increased sales [Number]% by suggesting specific purchases to customers and [Action].
  • Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find necessary store items.
  • Performed simple carpentry tasks, including installing shelves, hooks and closet rods to meet customer needs.
  • Coordinated with outside vendors to prepare for large [Type] installations and complex repairs.
  • Drove sales and add-on purchases by promoting specific item options to customers.
  • Collaborated closely with food and beverage leadership to conduct staff meetings and resolve service, product and personnel issues.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum efficiency.
  • Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations to delight patrons.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer service.
  • Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
  • Maximized efficiency of kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory, purchasing and receiving.
  • Processed customer payments quickly and returned exact change and receipts.
  • Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
September 2017
to
December 2017
Company NameCity, StateHousekeeper
  • Swept and vacuumed floors, hallways and stairwells.
  • Rendered detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
  • Assembled complimentary gift baskets and champagne to greet new guests upon arrival.
  • Checked [Number] rooms per day to verify vacancies post-checkout.
  • Coordinated delivery of extra room furniture, bedding, linen and towels to meet guests needs.
  • Hand dusted and wiped clean office furniture, fixtures and window sills.
  • Supplied guests with extra towels and toiletries when requested.
  • Saved $[Amount] in annual labor costs through [Action] and [Action].
  • Replenished hotel amenities such as drinking glasses and writing supplies.
  • Stocked toilet tissue and paper towels, as well as other restroom supplies.
August 2017
to
November 2017
Company NameCity, StateWaitress
  • Educated guests on daily specials and menu offerings such as appetizers, entrees and desserts.
  • Confirmed customers' ages for alcohol service and discontinued service to intoxicated guests.
  • Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.
  • Served plated dinners, buffet-style dinners and passed hors d'oeuvres for parties.
  • Arranged each place setting attractively, using clean, chip-free plates and utensils.
  • Minimized customer wait times by efficiently taking and filling large volume of orders each day.
  • Communicated with event coordinators to verify appropriate and adequate accommodations for larger parties.
  • Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
  • Maximized beverage sales by suggesting appropriate food and drink pairings to suit unique customer preferences.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
  • Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
Education and Training
May 2009
Golden City High SchoolCity, StateHigh School Diploma
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Golden City High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Kitchen Staff Member
  • Cook, Cashier, Maintenance.
  • Housekeeper
  • Waitress

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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