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Alexandria Williams
Chicago,IL
Work Preference
Summary
Experienced cashier and cook skilled in delivering excellent customer service and managing food safety practices. Adept at inventory management and cash handling, with a commitment to maintaining high standards. Seeking a position where my skills can contribute to team success and professional growth.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook/Cashier
Churches Chicken
Chicago, Illinois
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and standards
- Monitored food quality to ensure freshness and compliance with health regulations.
- Managed inventory levels by tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
- Adhered to safety procedures during food handling and cooking operations.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Maintained clean and organized workstations throughout shifts.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- 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.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Helped with purchases and signed customers up for rewards program.
- Discounted purchases by scanning and redeeming coupons.
- Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure amounts were correct.
- Processed customer payments quickly and returned exact change and receipts.
- Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.
- Handled cash, credit, and debit transactions accurately.
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns in a friendly manner.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Ensure clean and organized workstations.
Mobile phone sales person
metro pcs inc
Chicago , Illinois
05.2015 - 10.2015
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Guided customers in choosing phone plans
- Engaged customers in conversations to understand their cell phone needs.
- Demonstrated product features and functionalities to enhance customer understanding.
- Maintained a clean and organized sales floor to enhance customer experience.
- Responded to customer inquiries regarding services, products, and promotions.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales goals and objectives.
- Provided technical support to customers with existing devices and troubleshooted issues they were having.
- Educated customers on device care, maintenance, and troubleshooting techniques.
- Greeted customers, provided information about products and services.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges, and security practices.
- Processed payments for purchases using cash, credit cards or other payment methods.
- Verified customer's identity before activating new devices.
- Explained features of cell phones to potential buyers and answered questions.
- Managed store displays ensuring that items were properly labeled and attractively presented.
- Collaborated with marketing team on promotional campaigns aimed at increasing sales volume.
- Developed relationships with key contacts within the industry in order to keep informed of new products and services available.
- Participated in trade shows providing demonstrations of latest cell phones and accessories.
- Created reports tracking daily sales figures along with inventory levels for management review.
- Attended training sessions to stay abreast of new technology trends related to cell phones and accessories.
- Demonstrated how to use new phone models and accessories.
- Advised customers on additional products such as insurance plans, chargers, cases.
- Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
- Maintained records related to sales for store management.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
- Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
- Placed special orders or called other stores to find desired items.
- Bagged or packaged purchases and wrapped gifts.
- Prepared merchandise for purchase or rental.
- Watched for and recognized security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust sales strategies accordingly.
- Computed purchases and received and processed cash or credit payment.
- Ensured compliance with company policies by monitoring customer interactions for quality assurance purposes.
- Assisted customers in selecting a phone plan that best suited their needs.
- Worked closely with team members to ensure all customer requests were fulfilled quickly and accurately.
- Ensured a clean and organized workstations.
- Processed transaction efficiency using POS systems.
Warehouse food line Worker
ONNCOR Food Distributor (anchor Staffing)
Chicago , IL
02.2006 - 12.2006
- Operated machinery to assemble and package products efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in work area to ensure safety.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals.
- Followed safety protocols in all operations.
- Assisted with physical inventories including counting, sorting, labeling.
- Cleaned up work area at end of shift to maintain a safe working environment for other employees.
- Worked closely with other members of the team to meet deadlines and goals set by management.
- Loaded materials onto conveyor belt to be transported down the assembly line.
- Assisted in the assembly of products on the production line.
- Packed finished goods into correct packages or boxes.
- Maintained clean worksite to avoid hazards from chemicals and fragile products.
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
Line worker/Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Otto's and Son's (transitional Staffing)
Chicago, Illinois
01.2004 - 06.2005
- Operated machinery to assemble components for production lines efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized workspace.
- Followed detailed assembly instructions to meet production specifications accurately.
- Participated in daily safety briefings to reinforce workplace safety practices.
- Cleaned up work area at end of shift to maintain a safe working environment for other employees.
- Worked closely with other members of the team to meet deadlines and goals set by management.
- Loaded materials onto conveyor belt to be transported down the assembly line.
- Assisted in the assembly of products on the production line.
- Maintained clean worksite to avoid hazards from chemicals and fragile products.
- Monitored production line to watch for pile-ups or jams.
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs.
- Demonstrated proper work practices to accomplish key performance indicators.
- Reported any incidents or injuries immediately to supervisors.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues to supervisors promptly.
- Followed safety protocols while operating heavy machinery on the production line.
- Sorted product components on work tables to maintain maximum organization and productivity.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
- Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.
- Maintained accurate records of inspection results, test data, calibration activities, and other related documents.
- Tracked daily production output relative to expected yields based on standard operating procedures.
- Performed in-process inspections on components, assemblies, and products using precision measuring instruments.
- Inspected incoming raw materials for non-conforming items and notified suppliers of any discrepancies.
- Collaborated with engineering staff on design changes or process improvements related to product quality.
- Implemented new methods for inspecting incoming materials as well as finished goods.
- Participated in internal audits to evaluate current practices against established policies and procedures.
- Documented inspection results by completing reports and logs and summarizing and entering data into quality database.
- Examined products and materials for defects or deviations to remove or discard non-conforming items.
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Recommended improvement measures to production process to meet quality control standards.
- Completed non-destructive tests and conducted continuous inspections.
- Trained newly hired employees by explaining company procedures, job duties and performance expectations.
- Documented nonconformities and recommended techniques for prompt resolution.
- Marked materials with grade or acceptance status.
- Notified management promptly of systemic concerns with production line and recommended improvement plans.
- Maintained proper inspection, sanitation and disposal procedures to prevent contaminate food sources from being consumed.
- Established production standards for food ingredients, additives and compounds to assist packaging procedures.
- Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
- Conducted visual and dimensional inspections of production parts to ensure conformance with customer specifications.
- Verified proper labeling, packaging, shipping and receiving documentation prior to releasing products from the facility.
- Reviewed production processes for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Utilized inspection tools to assess product integrity and defects.
- Conducted routine audits to ensure adherence to safety protocols.
- Documented inspection results for accurate record-keeping.
- Inspected products for quality and compliance with standards.
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Operated machinery to assemble products efficiently on the production line.
- Packed finished goods into correct packages or boxes.
- Followed safety protocols in all operations.
- Collaborated with team to meet production goals.
Cashier
Osco Drugs
Chicago, Illinois
02.1998 - 02.2001
- Processed customer transactions efficiently at retail pharmacy.
- Maintained accurate cash register and balanced daily sales.
- Handled returns and exchanges according to store policies.
- Managed inventory levels by restocking shelves regularly.
- Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- 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.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Processed sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Preserved appearance of store by arranging and replenishing displays and merchandise racks.
- Scanned merchandise using point-of-sale system for accurate purchase totals.
- Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
- Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized.
- Discounted purchases by scanning and redeeming coupons.
- Organized promotional displays or arrange merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
- Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure amounts were correct.
- Processed credit card, cash, and check payments, ensuring all transactions were accurate.
- Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.
- Processed customer payments quickly and returned exact change and receipts.
- Built and maintained productive relationships with employees.
- Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by sanitizing register belts, emptying trash cans and organizing candy racks.
- Answered customers' questions and provided information on store procedures or policies.
- Processed efficient and accurate cash, check, debit and credit card payments using Point-of-Sale system.
- Established or identified prices of goods and services and tabulated bills with optical price scanners and cash registers.
- Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions to highlight sales to customers.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of checkout area.
warehouse assembly line worker
luster's inc. (staffing Agency)
Chicago, Illinois
04.1999 - 11.1999
- Assembled components on production line following safety and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area throughout shifts.
- Inspected finished products for defects and ensured quality control compliance.
- Operated machinery to manufacture products efficiently and accurately.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production goals and deadlines.
- Worked quickly and efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality control.
- Ensured work areas were kept clean and organized at all times.
- Followed standard operating procedures while performing tasks on the assembly line.
- Assembled component parts of items and completed hand-finishing of final products.
- Completed accurate assembly work by positioning and aligning components.
- Boxed, labeled, and moved items to keep production lines moving swiftly.
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs.
- Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins according to predetermined sequence.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers about production progress throughout shift hours.
- Loaded raw materials into machines for processing according to instructions provided by supervisors.
- Completed team production and productivity level reports for management
Cashier/Cook /Food Preparation Worker
Mcdonalds
Chicago, Illinois
05.1997 - 09.1997
- Operated cash register and processed customer transactions efficiently.
- Assisted customers in selecting menu items and answered questions about offerings.
- Handled cash, credit, and debit transactions accurately to ensure smooth service.
- Engaged with customers to provide friendly service and enhance their experience.
- 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.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area and dining space.
- Followed food safety guidelines to prepare and serve quality products consistently.
- Managed inventory of supplies and communicated needs to ensure stock availability.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Processed sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times.
- Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized.
- Discounted purchases by scanning and redeeming coupons.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Assisted in inventory management by restocking supplies as needed.
- Handled customer orders accurately while ensuring prompt service delivery.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and safety practices.
- Worked in fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
- Prepared and cooked food items according to recipes, menus and supervisor's instructions.
Garbage line recycling sorter
R.E.M Waste Management
Chicago , Illinois
02.1996 - 11.1996
- Sorted recyclable materials into designated bins for efficient processing.
- Monitored conveyor belts for jams and cleared blockages quickly.
- Followed safety protocols in all operations.
- Reported equipment issues to supervisors for timely repairs and maintenance.
- Assisting in training new staff on proper procedures related to line sorter duties.
- Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins according to predetermined sequence.
- Sorted recyclable materials to ensure proper disposal and processing.
- Adhered to safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Reported equipment malfunctions to ensure timely repairs and maintenance.
- Identified, sorted, and separated recyclable materials such as plastic, paper, metal, glass, and cardboard.
- Ensured that all waste was disposed of properly according to local regulations.
- Followed all safety protocols while operating heavy machinery and working around hazardous materials.
- Maintained cleanliness of the sorting area by sweeping floors and emptying trash containers.
- Attended meetings and trainings related to new recycling technologies and procedures.
- Monitored conveyor belts for any jams or stoppages in production.
- Sorted metals to separate out high-grade metals for recovery.
- Operated balers to maximize efficiency by compressing materials into reusable, shippable or transferable sizes.
- Collaborated with team to meet production goals.
Food Preparation Worker
Mcdonlds
Chicago , Illinois
05.1995 - 09.1995
- Prepared food items according to company standards and recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and food preparation areas.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during food preparation.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Stocked supplies and ingredients to ensure efficient workflow during shifts.
- Maintained clean and sanitized work area in accordance with food safety guidelines, avoiding cross-contamination of raw and prepared food products.
- Worked in fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
- Ensured that all health regulations regarding food handling were followed during preparation process.
- Packaged and stored food products appropriately for proper handling and preservation.
- Maintained cleanliness of floors in the kitchen area throughout shift.
- Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs.
- Memorized menu items and food preparation methods to better explain selections to guests and increase sales.
- Performed additional tasks assigned by chef or supervisor.
- Measured ingredients required for specific food items being prepared.
- Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare meals.
- Responded quickly to any requests from wait staff or management.
- Managed the disposal of kitchen waste and recycling.
- Helped in receiving and organizing food delivery supplies.
Education
360 Training Learn 2 Serve
360 Learn 2 Serve Food Handling Training Course
Austin, TX09-2024
High School Diploma -
Tru-Source A.L.F.
Oak Park, IL07-2023
Job Readiness Certification
Employment And Employer Services
Chicago, IL02-1997
Skills
- Food preparation
- Inventory management
- Safety compliance
- Cooking techniques
- Food safety practices
- Customer interactions
- Cash handling
- Point-of-sale operation
- Food handler certification
- Surface cleaning
- Health code adherence
- Cleaning and organization
- Sanitation practices
- Efficient Food Handler
- Active listening
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
Timeline
Cook/Cashier
Churches Chicken
02.2019 - 03.2020
Mobile phone sales person
metro pcs inc
05.2015 - 10.2015
Warehouse food line Worker
ONNCOR Food Distributor (anchor Staffing)
02.2006 - 12.2006
Line worker/Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Otto's and Son's (transitional Staffing)
01.2004 - 06.2005
warehouse assembly line worker
luster's inc. (staffing Agency)
04.1999 - 11.1999
Cashier
Osco Drugs
02.1998 - 02.2001
Cashier/Cook /Food Preparation Worker
Mcdonalds
05.1997 - 09.1997
Garbage line recycling sorter
R.E.M Waste Management
02.1996 - 11.1996
Food Preparation Worker
Mcdonlds
05.1995 - 09.1995
360 Training Learn 2 Serve
360 Learn 2 Serve Food Handling Training Course
High School Diploma -
Tru-Source A.L.F.
Job Readiness Certification
Employment And Employer Services