Dynamic food preparation worker with a proven track record at Gary's Berries, excelling in safe food handling and sanitation practices. Recognized for exceptional customer service and teamwork, I effectively managed supply stocking and maintained quality control, ensuring a seamless dining experience in a fast-paced environment. Experience with POS systems for sales . Was offered a Management position with Gary's Berries at the end of the fall season . Cici's pizza was an internship for 4 days provided by Jardine Middle School.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Preparation Worker /Food and Beverage Cashier
Gary's Berries , Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch
Grantville
09.2024 - 10.2024
Kept track of supplies used in the kitchen to ensure restocking when necessary.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and utensils.
Disposed of leftover food following health code guidelines.
Stocked service stations with food items such as condiments, salads, desserts, and beverages.
Prepared ingredients for cooking including portioning, chopping, and storing food before use.
Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware.
Monitored food temperatures to ensure safety and quality standards were met.
Responded quickly to any requests from wait staff or management.
Ensured that all health regulations regarding food handling were followed during preparation process.
Maintained cleanliness of floors in the kitchen area throughout shift.
Performed additional tasks assigned by chef or supervisor.
Labeled containers with identifying information like date prepared and expiration dates.
Set up banquet tables with appropriate tableware prior to events.
Re-stocked, organized and arranged service and food stations.
Prepared quality products while maintaining proper food safety practices and presentation within service goal times.
Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation.
Memorized menu items and food preparation methods to better explain selections to guests and increase sales.
Monitored and maintained kitchen equipment for proper functioning.
Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare meals.
Cleaned utensils, dishes, and glasses for customer use.
Maintained clean and sanitized work area in accordance with food safety guidelines, avoiding cross-contamination of raw and prepared food products.
Followed food safety standards and protocols.
Worked in fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
Assisted in the preparation of various dishes under chef supervision.
Stocked hot and cold cases and displays to offer wide variety of prepared foods to guests.
Maintained cleanliness and order in the kitchen area.
Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs.
Collaborated with other kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes.
Prepared and cooked food items according to recipes, menus and supervisor's instructions.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
Dishwasher
CiCi's Pizza
Topeka
03.2023 - 03.2023
Sanitized surfaces after each use following standard sanitation practices.
Ensured that workstations were kept neat and tidy throughout the shift.
Inspected all returned dishes for cleanliness before restocking them on shelves.
Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
Organized trays with cutlery prior to serving meals to customers.
Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils.
Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area at regular intervals throughout shift.
Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.