Amari Phillips
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Dedicated professional experienced in environments. Focused and collaborative team player skillful in communicating and translating customer requests. Offering deep understanding of food safety, osha and health code requirements.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Cincinnati Public Schools
Cincinnati, Ohio
04.2023 - Current
- Prepared nutritious meals in alignment with dietary guidelines to support student health.
- Ensured kitchen cleanliness by maintaining sanitation standards and practices.
- Collaborated with staff to develop weekly menus utilizing seasonal ingredients for enhanced meal variety.
- Delivered meals to students efficiently during lunch service.
- Organized kitchen inventory for efficient access and storage.
- Trained new kitchen employees on food preparation techniques to ensure consistent quality and safety.
- Maintained accurate records of food temperatures and storage conditions.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
Night Crew Stocker/Frozen Clerk
Kroger
Cincinnati, OH
09.2025 - 07.2026
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts for efficient stocking.
- Assisted in unloading stock from delivery trucks and stocking shelves.
- Stocked shelves with products according to store layout and inventory guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely restocking of merchandise.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of stockroom and sales floor areas.
- Adhered to safety protocols while handling products and operating machinery.
- Followed safety procedures when handling heavy loads or operating equipment such as pallet jacks.
- Assisted customers in locating items and answered product-related questions.
Concession Stand Lead Volunteer
Kathryn Betts Foundation
Cincinnati, OH
03.2019 - 07.2026
- Supervised daily operations of a concession stand during events and activities.
- Trained staff in food safety standards and efficient service techniques.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain stock availability.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of the concession area at all times.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and handled cash transactions accurately.
- Implemented procedures for handling customer complaints effectively and promptly.
- Managed daily operations at concession stand during events. by cooking food, cleaning equipment, and balancing daily receipts.
- Boosted team performance by improving training and sales strategies.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as restocking supplies and cleaning workstations at the end of each shift.
- Inspected all equipment regularly for proper functionality and maintenance needs.
- Maintained cleanliness of concession stand area including counters, shelves, equipment, floors, walls.
Assembly Line Worker
KAO
Cincinnati, OH
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Operated assembly line machinery to produce quality consumer products.
- Inspected components for defects and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow on the assembly line.
- Followed detailed work instructions while assembling products according to specifications.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to promote safety and efficiency.
- Worked quickly and efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality control.
- Built and packaged products to comply with multiple work orders and deadlines.
- Boxed, labeled, and moved items to keep production lines moving swiftly.
Mail Sorter
Pitney Bowes
Cincinnati, OH
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Sorted incoming mail and packages for efficient distribution.
- Operated automated sorting machines to enhance processing speed.
- Maintained accurate records of sorted items for tracking purposes.
Education
Dohn Community High School
Cincinnati, OHSkills
- Food preparation
- Kitchen sanitation
- Menu planning
- Nutritional guidelines
- Food handler certification
- Knife skills
- Food handling
- Inventory management
- Quality control
- Safety compliance
- Equipment operation
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Stock organization
- Stock rotation
- Shelf stocking
- Customer service
- Customer assistance
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Organization skills
- Load handling
- Assembly line operation
- Equipment monitoring
- Product packaging
Timeline
Night Crew Stocker/Frozen Clerk
Kroger
09.2025 - 07.2026
Cook
Cincinnati Public Schools
04.2023 - Current
Assembly Line Worker
KAO
11.2022 - 11.2023
Mail Sorter
Pitney Bowes
06.2022 - 08.2022
Concession Stand Lead Volunteer
Kathryn Betts Foundation
03.2019 - 07.2026
Dohn Community High School