Allegra Nelson
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Experienced Nutrition Assistant with 5 years of experience serving healthy meals in causal and fine dining settings. Talented at menu planning, organizing and food preparation skills and setting tables. Flexible and dependable when working with others and open to building new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Culinary Assistant
Ebenezer Care Center
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Assisted in developing seasonal menu changes, incorporating fresh ingredients and creative flavor combinations to keep guests excited about the culinary offerings.
- Contributed to the development of innovative daily specials, attracting repeat customers and generating positive word-of-mouth advertising.
- Supported head chef in menu development, resulting in increased positive customer feedback.
- Performed routine equipment maintenance tasks, extending the lifespan of essential kitchen tools and appliances.
- Assisted with training new hires, fostering a supportive team atmosphere and improving overall kitchen efficiency.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.
- Participated in weekly inventory checks and ordering processes, ensuring the availability of necessary ingredients for daily operations.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by creating visually appealing and delicious dishes according to established recipes.
- Maintained food and sanitation standards to prevent food-borne illness and promote health.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
Bartender, Hostess, Waitress and Backhouse
Nicolet Diner
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Organized, stocked and cleaned establishment's front lobby during shifts to maintain welcoming appearance.
- Minimized customer service complaints by expertly managing customer expectations during busy periods.
Pet Walker
City Pet Paws
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Organized fun and engaging events such as charity walks or themed outings, boosting client interest in regular exercise habits.
- Assisted in the improvement of clients'' overall health by incorporating cardiovascular exercises into walking sessions.
- Developed positive relationships with clients, fostering trust and encouraging open communication about health concerns.
- Provided exceptional customer service by consistently following up on client progress, addressing concerns, and celebrating achievements.
- Increased community awareness of the benefits of walking through participation in local events and partnerships with healthcare providers.
- Cleaned up after dogs and properly disposed of waste to keep community clean and free of potential hazards.
- Developed strong personal relationships and trust with dogs through vocal affirmations, petting, and pre-approved treats.
Catering Assistant
New Hope Church
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Elevated overall service experience by attentively attending to guests'' needs throughout events, including refilling beverages, replenishing dishes, and clearing tables as needed.
- Supported business growth objectives through diligent coordination with sales teams for upselling opportunities during client interactions.
- Achieved rapid issue resolution for clients by proactively identifying potential problems before they arose.
- Increased event efficiency by setting up, organizing, and maintaining clean and appealing buffet displays for various clients.
- Ensured positive guest experiences by monitoring food quality, presentation, and temperature during all events.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional catering services tailored to their specific needs and preferences.
- Maximized event success by collaborating closely with clients in order to understand their unique requirements and expectations.
- Guaranteed consistent service excellence through strict adherence to company policies, procedures, and guidelines related to catering operations.
- Contributed to successful events by ensuring proper menu planning based on guest preferences and dietary restrictions.
Education
No Degree -
South High
Minneapolis Public School Skills
- Order Taking
- Cleanliness
- Handling Complaints
- Memory retention
- Allergy awareness
- Strong Work Ethic
- Cash Handling
- Guest Engagement
- Table Setting
- Professional Appearance
- Supply Restocking
- Table setting knowledge
Certification
Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
Timeline
Culinary Assistant
Ebenezer Care Center
01.2024 - 06.2024
Bartender, Hostess, Waitress and Backhouse
Nicolet Diner
05.2023 - 01.2024
Pet Walker
City Pet Paws
02.2023 - 04.2023
Catering Assistant
New Hope Church
02.2020 - 02.2022
No Degree -
South High
Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
Similar Profiles
Thomas RayleThomas Rayle
Culinary Assistant at Ebenezer Care CenterCulinary Assistant at Ebenezer Care Center
Tasheika KellyTasheika Kelly
Teacher at Ebenezer Care CenterTeacher at Ebenezer Care Center
Isabella KemuntoIsabella Kemunto
Nursing Assistant at Maple Home CareNursing Assistant at Maple Home Care