Alisa Elliott
Hapeville,GA
Summary
Accomplished Main Grill Cook at CFA Dwarf House, adept in grill mastery and kitchen organization, significantly enhanced customer satisfaction through high-quality meals. Skilled in reducing food waste and improving production efficiency as a Palletizer Operator at Owens Illinois, O-I. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to maintaining sanitation practices, contributing to a positive reputation and operational productivity.
Overview
2018
2018
years of professional experience
Work History
Main Grill Cook
CFA Dwarf House
- Established strong relationships with local vendors, securing fresh ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses.
- Followed proper food handling procedures established by Area of certification.
- Knowledgeable of budgeting, kitchen expenditures and food control practices to minimize daily overall food waste.
- Stocked and organized kitchen supplies and equipment by lifting Number pounds and arranging items.
- Participated in catering events, showcasing culinary skills while promoting the restaurant brand at off-site functions.
- Received recognition for exceptional culinary skill, contributing to the restaurant''s positive reputation within the community.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality, flavorful meals in a timely manner.
- Carefully identified and notified patrons of any potential food allergens.
- Interacted with Number customers daily to place food orders and provide satisfactory dining experience.
- Conducted daily sanitizing and cleaning procedures at end of each shift before securing building.
- Utilized kitchen equipment to meet temperature requirements and proper display.
- Maintained clean, organized grill stations for hygienic, orderly food preparation.
- Restocked and rotated food items according to expiry dates to minimize waste.
- Cooked regular menu items and seasonal offerings according to corporate standards and guidelines.
- Adjusted gas and electric grills to specified temperatures for quality food output.
- Prepared meals according to customer specifications.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to address customer complaints.
- Modified recipes according to dietary requirements.
Palletizer Operator
Owens Illinois, O-I
Atlanta, GA
09.2002 - 06.2017
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to production schedules.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail while overseeing the assembly of boxes or trays prior to palletizing operations, ensuring consistent results across all packaged items.
- Played a critical role in maintaining overall production timelines by consistently meeting or exceeding performance targets and expectations.
- Enhanced production efficiency by maintaining and operating palletizing equipment properly.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve overall productivity.
- Assisted in training new Palletizer Operators, sharing expert knowledge to enhance their skills and performance.
- Ensured product quality by inspecting finished products before packaging and shipping.
- Operated forklifts safely when necessary, assisting in moving palletized products throughout the facility as required.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to strict safety protocols during operation of machinery.
- Adapted quickly to changing production requirements, demonstrating flexibility when switching between tasks or responsibilities.
- Reduced downtime through performing routine maintenance checks and addressing issues in a timely manner.
- Streamlined inventory management through accurate record-keeping of completed orders and material usage.
- Supported smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough handoff communication with incoming operators regarding any ongoing issues or concerns related to machinery or processes.
- Minimized manual handling risks by effectively using mechanical lifting aids for heavy or awkward loads.
- Streamlined pallet loading processes, significantly increasing speed of operations.
- Supported quality control efforts, closely monitoring and adjusting palletizing process to meet company standards.
- Stocked and sorted packaging and replenished supplies to achieve consistent productivity levels.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Sealed products by applying appropriate fastenings and ties and confirmed seal integrity to prevent product and packaging damage.
- Regulated machine flow, speed and temperature and stopped and reset machine to address malfunctions.
Education
N/A - Emergency Medical Technology
Clayton State
Morrow, GASkills
- Kitchen Organization
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Grill Mastery
- Sanitation Practices
- Food presentation
- Ingredient Knowledge
Timeline
Palletizer Operator
Owens Illinois, O-I
09.2002 - 06.2017
Main Grill Cook
CFA Dwarf House
N/A - Emergency Medical Technology
Clayton State