Alexander Houston
Normal,IL
Summary
Dependable team member with track record of success in field, attention to detail and proactive mindset. Seeks opportunities to improve processes and workflows for team benefit. Conscientious, hardworking and excels at multitasking in fast-paced environments.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dishwasher
TA Travel Center
Bloomington, IL
10.2023 - Current
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.
- Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
- Stocked service areas with clean plates, bowls, cups, and other items as needed.
- Scrubbed pots, pans and trays by hand or cleaned using industrial washing machine.
- Loaded and unloaded dishwashers, washing by hand large pots or items used on continuous basis.
- Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for customer needs by quickly scraping, washing and restacking items.
- Inspected all returned dishes for cleanliness before restocking them on shelves.
- Ensured that workstations were kept neat and tidy throughout the shift.
Grill Cook
Bob Evans Restaurant
Bloomington, IL
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Made sure that all orders were filled in an accurate and timely manner.
- Followed proper sanitation procedures during food preparation and storage.
- Cleaned and organized grilling area, stocked supplies, and prepared food items to order.
- Ensured all food was cooked to the correct temperature as per health code regulations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of line workstations.
- Kept work area clean at all times by sweeping floors, wiping down counters, tables with sanitizer solution and washing dishes, utensils properly after each shift.
- Performed closing duties such as organizing leftovers into containers for refrigeration or disposal, cleaning grills, and emptying grease traps.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Grilled various cuts of meat and seafood items to meet customer specifications and food handling standards.
- Complied with all safety standards while on the job.
- Assisted in restocking kitchen supplies when necessary.
Food Service Worker
Tastee Treet
Taylorville, IL
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Followed food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
- Served meals to customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Operated cash register to process cash, check, and credit card transactions.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up workstations with necessary supplies.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
- Performed variety of duties related to food service.
- Cleaned kitchen areas, equipment and utensils.
- Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
- Stocked supplies such as food, dishes, utensils, and cleaning materials.
- Maintained cleanliness standards for all service areas including dining room, kitchen and storage areas.
Cashier
Walmart
Taylorville, IL
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
Education
GED -
General Education Development Diploma
Normal, ILSkills
- Quality Control
- Machine Operation
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Safety Awareness
- Efficient
- Team Player
- Multitasking and Organization
- Willing to Learn
- Strong Work Ethic
- Concise Time Management
- Adaptable
Certification
- Food Handler's Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dishwasher
TA Travel Center
10.2023 - Current
Grill Cook
Bob Evans Restaurant
08.2023 - 10.2023
Food Service Worker
Tastee Treet
07.2023 - 08.2023
Cashier
Walmart
11.2022 - 08.2023
GED -
General Education Development Diploma