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April Clark

Howe,USA

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Choctaw Nation, excelling in food safety and meal preparation. Proven ability to enhance kitchen efficiency and maintain high standards of sanitation. Strong organizational skills and a commitment to customer service ensure a positive dining experience. Expertise in cooking techniques and kitchen equipment operation.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook 1

Choctaw Nation
Durant, OK
07.2023 - 04.2025
  • Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
  • Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
  • Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
  • Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
  • Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.

Prep Cook

VVS CANTEEN
Sherman, US
02.2023 - 06.2024
  • Cook breakfast, prepare lunch, set up serving stations, and serve customers.
  • Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
  • Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
  • Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.

Cashier/Customer Service

Orscheln Farm and Home
Sherman, US
05.2018 - 09.2018
  • Answering customer questions or directing them in the right direction to get the answers they need for products sold in our store.
  • Handling phone calls.
  • Handling and processing freight.
  • Assembling products if needed
  • Scanned merchandise using point-of-sale system for accurate purchase totals.
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.

Cashier/Customer Service

Quick Chek
Howe, US
03.2015 - 05.2018
  • Provide customer service
  • Cashier
  • Maintain clean and sanitary restroom, dining room.
  • Cook hot and ready food and also call in orders.
  • Make pizzas for the hot box when needed.
  • Scanned merchandise using point-of-sale system for accurate purchase totals.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations within the store environment.
  • Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.

Assistant Manager

Dollar General
Tom Bean, US
10.2014 - 03.2015
  • I was responsible for assisting the store manager in overseeing the daily operations of the store.
  • This includes supervising employees, handling customer complaints, questions, and concerns, and ensuring the store is running smoothly.
  • Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.

Education

High School -

Tom Bean High School
Tom Bean, TX
05.2002

Skills

  • Packaging
  • Cashiering
  • Food Service
  • Warehouse Experience
  • Food preparation
  • Stocking
  • Pallet jack
  • Assembly
  • Freight
  • Host/hostess experience
  • Food Safety
  • Shipping & Receiving
  • Organizational Skills
  • Restaurant Experience
  • Supervising Experience
  • Cooking
  • Merchandising
  • Cleaning Experience
  • Materials Handling
  • Load & Unload
  • Inventory Control
  • Kitchen Experience
  • Shift Management
  • Customer service
  • Cooking techniques
  • Meal preparation
  • Kitchen equipment safety
  • Kitchen sanitation
  • Baking techniques
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Portion control
  • Problem-solving
  • Food allergies awareness
  • Contamination prevention
  • Grill and broiler operation
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Opening and closing procedures
  • Dish preparation

Languages

English, Expert

Personal Information

Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Cook 1

Choctaw Nation
07.2023 - 04.2025

Prep Cook

VVS CANTEEN
02.2023 - 06.2024

Cashier/Customer Service

Orscheln Farm and Home
05.2018 - 09.2018

Cashier/Customer Service

Quick Chek
03.2015 - 05.2018

Assistant Manager

Dollar General
10.2014 - 03.2015

High School -

Tom Bean High School

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