Alexia T Buck
Bloomington,IN
Summary
Skilled professional offering expertise in order taking, money handling and product promotion. Greets guests with genuine smile, builds rapport and promotes enjoyable dining experience. Maintains thorough knowledge of menu to make recommendations. Systematic professional with exceptional organizational, planning and multitasking abilities. Specializing in decontaminating and sterilizing instruments for use in medical procedures. Positive and upbeat with a team-oriented attitude. Experienced in assembling carts and selecting instruments and supplies for procedures. Competent in performing and documenting test results, restocking supplies and managing records. Responsible candidate eager to provide safe and efficient patient care. Strong knowledge of sterilization methods, safety protocols and equipment care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Texas Roadhouse Restaurant
Bloomington, IN
06.2023 - Current
- Delivered excellent service to guests in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, consistently receiving positive feedback and tips.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about therestaurant's menu and products.
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Processed orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely delivery of food and beverages.
- Maintained a clean, organized work area and adhered to all health and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to improve service flow and guest satisfaction.
Sterilization Technician
Drone Prosthodontics
Valparaiso, IN
12.2021 - 01.2023
- 2021-2023 PRN
- Prepared trays with standard dental instruments to promote quick turnover from one patient to next.
- Sterilized and disinfected dental instruments to prevent growth of bacteria on instruments and surfaces, using American Dental Association protocols.
- Operated and maintained steam autoclaves by using distilled water, checking for leaks and cleaning air traps and water sensors.
- Assessed instruments, equipment and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
Customer Service Cashier
Reeds Nursery
Valparaiso, IN
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
- Enabled customers to feel welcomed, important and appreciated by answering questions about products sold throughout store.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
- Handled daily credit and cash transactions for customers with accuracy and speed.
- Processed and scheduled deliveries and orders via phone and in person.
- Transferred and organized products for customers (lifting and bagging heavy plants and rocks up to 50lbs per bag).
- Assisted and assigned team members with work duties.
- Answered phone call inquiries and directed/referred based on customer’s needs.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.
- Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in system.
Food Service Worker
Chipotle
Valparaiso, IN
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Replenished condiments, beverages and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
- Compiled recipe ingredients and prepared for cooks by washing, cutting or measuring food items.
- Prepared recipe ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting and measuring.
Education
Academic Honors Diploma -
South Central Jr-Sr High School
Union Mills, IN06.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, INSome College (No Degree) - Psychology
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
BloomingtonSkills
- Supply Restocking
- Beverage Preparation
- Safe Food Handling
- Order Management
- Hostess support
- Food Delivery
- Table Bussing
- Guest Engagement
- Food Running
- Food and beverage pairings
- Menu Memorization
- Food sales and promotion
- Menu knowledge
- Dining customer service
- Exceptional customer service
- Strong Work Ethic
- Point of Sale (POS) system operations
- Decontamination and sanitation
- Proper storage procedures
- Assembling case carts
- Sterility Procedures
- Active Listening
- Tool sterilizing
- Wrapping Procedures
- Dental Supply Inventory
- Decontaminating Surgical Instruments
- High-volume dining
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Server
Texas Roadhouse Restaurant
06.2023 - Current
Customer Service Cashier
Reeds Nursery
05.2022 - 08.2022
Sterilization Technician
Drone Prosthodontics
12.2021 - 01.2023
Food Service Worker
Chipotle
06.2021 - 08.2021
Academic Honors Diploma -
South Central Jr-Sr High School
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Indiana University Bloomington
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana