Ariyanna Pennington
Oklahoma City,Oklahoma
Summary
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. From training, I obtain professional knowledge in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. People would say that I'm an efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development. I also possess excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety, proficiency in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity, and am an dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern
Good Girl's Chocolate
10.2023 - 10.2023
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Labeled packages with appropriate shipping information for accurate deliveries.
- Completed all orders within established time frames to support timely deliveries.
- Operated and maintained packaging equipment with focus on safety and productivity.
- Followed packing processes to increase speed and accuracy.
- Protected materials for transport by correctly packaging products in boxes and crates.
- Maintained neat, clean, and safe workspace to avoid hazards and increase safety by [Number]%.
- Assembled packages according to meet specific customer requirements.
- Reviewed orders by inspecting labeling, packaging, and contents.
Intern
Convention Center
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Maintained flexible work schedule to meet event needs.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Oversaw catering orders to verify accuracy and completeness.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Followed company recipes and production standards to satisfy customers.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Helped prepare for an event for 900 people, as well as prep for the next day.
Barista
Starbucks
12.2021 - 03.2023
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
- Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
- Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
- Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
- Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication abilities to resolve customer problems.
- Sanitized equipment and wiped down counters and tables to prevent spread of germs.
Barista
Scooter's Coffee
02.2021 - 10.2021
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
- Completed successful daily cash audits to correctly balance drawers at end of shifts.
- Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
- Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication abilities to resolve customer problems.
- Sanitized equipment and wiped down counters and tables to prevent spread of germs.
- Helped management keep adequate supply on hand by notifying of shortages.
- Learned every menu item's preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet customer needs.
- Followed exact recipes for mixing and preparing beverage and food items.
- Minimized spoilage with proper use of first-in-first-out stock procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Guthrie Job Corps Center
Guthrie, OK11.2023
Skills
- Adaptability
- Ideation
- Focusing
- Over- Achiever
- Detail-Oriented
- Baking
- Cooking
- Frying
- Ingredients Measuring
- Fine Dining
- Grilling
- Surface Cleaning
- Contamination Prevention
- Customer Service
- Workflow Optimization
- Meal Preparation
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Food Quality
- Kitchen Equipment Operation and Maintenance
- Kitchen Operations
- Banquets and Catering
- Recipes and Menu Planning
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Plating
- Compliance
Certification
- Food Manager's Certification (2023)
- Food Handler's License (2023)
- Hospitality Certification (2023)
Timeline
Intern
Good Girl's Chocolate
10.2023 - 10.2023
Intern
Convention Center
08.2023 - 09.2023
Barista
Starbucks
12.2021 - 03.2023
Barista
Scooter's Coffee
02.2021 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Guthrie Job Corps Center