Antney Lester-Basaldua
Apache,OK
Summary
Detail-oriented 3rd Cook skilled in food preparation and safety compliance. Proven ability to maintain a clean kitchen and support efficient operations, ensuring high-quality dishes and customer satisfaction.
Dedicated culinary professional with a strong background in cooking and customer service. Expertise in maintaining kitchen cleanliness, adhering to health and safety standards, and effectively multitasking to enhance operational efficiency.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
Family Dollar
Lawton, OK
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer and balanced registers at shift end.
- Restocked shelves and organized displays to enhance store appearance.
- Handled customer inquiries, resolving issues with professionalism and care.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
Construction Laborer
Maverick Framing
Fort Sill, OK
- Assisted team members in lifting and positioning heavy materials.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Loaded and unloaded building materials for various projects.
- Maintained clean job site by disposing of debris and waste properly.
- Assisted in the completion of projects on time by collaborating with team members to complete tasks efficiently.
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Collaborated with team members to execute daily tasks on schedule, improving workflow efficiency.
- Mentored junior laborers in skilled techniques, fostering skill development and teamwork.
Construction Site Security
Harper Construction
Fort Sill, OK
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Monitored pedestrian activity around construction site.
- Checked identification of individuals and delivery trucks supplies prior to admittance to work site.
- Improved traffic flow by efficiently directing vehicles and pedestrians at construction sites.
Safety Tech, Traffic Flagger, Inventory Supervisor
Maverick Framing
Wylie, TX
- Conducted safety inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Monitored safety equipment usage and reported any deficiencies promptly.
- Implemented corrective actions to address identified safety issues on-site.
- Continually maintained flow of traffic at construction site.
- Directed distribution of inventory materials.
Bartender
Big Slicks Bar
Lawton, OK
- Prepared and served a variety of beverages in fast-paced environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area to enhance customer experience.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels for smooth.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- 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.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
- Proactively addressed potential conflicts or disturbances among patrons, maintaining a safe atmosphere for all guests.
- Enhanced customer experience with engaging conversations and personalized drink recommendations.
Bartender/Server
The Scene Lounge
Lawton, OK
- Crafted innovative cocktails and maintained comprehensive knowledge of bar menu offerings.
- Provided exceptional customer service by engaging with patrons and ensuring satisfaction.
- Operated POS system efficiently to process transactions and manage inventory levels.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of bar area to meet health standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline service flow during peak hours.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
- Handled cash and card transactions accurately, reducing discrepancies and balancing till at end of each shift.
- Adapted to fast-paced environment, effectively managing multiple drink orders simultaneously without compromising quality.
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
Remodel Team Member
CDS Flooring and Remodeling
Duncan, OK
- Assisted in installation of flooring materials, ensuring adherence to safety standards and project specifications.
- Operated power tools and equipment efficiently, maintaining proper care and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to complete remodeling projects within designated timelines.
- Supported customer interactions by providing product information and addressing inquiries effectively.
- Adapted to various tasks on job sites, demonstrating flexibility in changing work environments.
- Followed detailed project plans to execute renovations accurately, minimizing errors during installations.
- Learned new techniques and processes quickly, enhancing skill set and operational effectiveness.
- Achieved consistent high-quality results by adhering to established standards during every phase of the project lifecycle.
- Managed inventory of supplies, ensuring proper storage and easy accessibility during remodel projects.
- Ensured compliance with all building codes, regulations, permits, inspections throughout the remodeling process.
- Exceeded client expectations by delivering outstanding results that consistently aligned with their vision for space.
- Supported team leadership by assisting with training new team members on company policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Consistently met deadlines through effective time management skills and strong work ethic.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
Assistant Property Manager
Apple Run/Deer Park Apartment Complex
Lawton, OK
- Assisted in coordinating tenant move-ins and move-outs, ensuring seamless transitions and compliance with policies.
- Supported property management team in maintaining occupancy rates through effective resident communication and engagement strategies.
- Managed resident inquiries and resolved issues promptly, enhancing tenant satisfaction and retention rates.
- Collaborated with maintenance staff to track service requests, ensuring timely resolution of maintenance issues for residents.
- Conducted regular property inspections to identify maintenance needs, contributing to overall property upkeep and appearance.
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
- Verified income, assets, and expenses, and completed file tracking sheet for each applicant.
- Kept accurate records of all resident and tenant correspondence.
- Processed applications efficiently by conducting thorough background checks and verifying references to select qualified tenants.
- Showed apartments to potential tenants and answered questions regarding community.
- Inspected common areas for cleanliness and notified maintenance of overflowing trash.
- Posted policies and rules in common areas for tenant review.
- Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal housing laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks.
3rd Cook
Southernfoods
Fort Sill, OK
01.2024 - Current
- Prepared and cooked menu items following established recipes and portion control guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace to ensure food safety compliance.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring availability of ingredients for daily operations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes for efficiency.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures to uphold quality standards of dishes served.
- Implemented proper storage techniques to minimize food waste and enhance freshness.
- Ensured recipe consistency across all dishes served by strictly following established guidelines for ingredient measurements and cooking times.
- Handled multiple duties simultaneously including prep work, cooking stations support and final plating touches leading to successful daily operations.
- Maintained safe working conditions by adhering to sanitation guidelines and following established safety procedures.
- Provided backup support to other kitchen positions during staff shortages or high demand periods, demonstrating versatility and commitment to overall team success.
- Developed culinary skills through continuous learning, participating in training sessions, workshops, and seminars as required.
- Participated in regular equipment maintenance checks, reporting any issues or malfunctions for prompt resolution.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Trained on Kettles, Tilt kettles, Batch ovens, maintaining temperature zones, Use of military recipe cards and time management.
- Trained in the use of which chemicals are for cleaning of machines and which are for floors.
- Ensuring that all work is done carefully and timely.
Education
Forensic Science
Cameron University
Lawton, OKSkills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Cooking techniques
- Knife skills
- Sanitation
- Surface cleaning
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Contamination prevention
- Food waste reduction
- Performance improvement
- Portion control
- Ingredients measuring
- Food spoilage prevention
- Food presentation talent
- OSHA
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Health and safety compliance
- Food storage
- Temperature control
- Quality assurance and control
- Order prioritization
- Kitchen sanitation management
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Recipe-based cooking
- Health code adherence
Accomplishments
My greatest accomplishment is raising my children. While working I was still a mother of 4 who would come home after work and cook for my children. I made meals utilizing fresh meats and vegetables that were in season.
Timeline
3rd Cook
Southernfoods
01.2024 - Current
Cashier
Family Dollar
Construction Laborer
Maverick Framing
Construction Site Security
Harper Construction
Safety Tech, Traffic Flagger, Inventory Supervisor
Maverick Framing
Bartender
Big Slicks Bar
Bartender/Server
The Scene Lounge
Remodel Team Member
CDS Flooring and Remodeling
Assistant Property Manager
Apple Run/Deer Park Apartment Complex
Forensic Science
Cameron University