Ashli Burke
College Park,GA
Summary
Proven multitasker and efficient cook, honed skills at Virgil's Gullah Kitchen & Bar, enhancing kitchen productivity and maintaining high sanitation standards. Excelled in customer service and food preparation, ensuring quality and timely service. Expertise in knife skills and adept at fostering customer relationships, significantly boosting repeat business.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook/Cashier
Yard Vibes Caribbean Restaurant
02.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Prep Cook/Lead Prep Cook
Virgil's Gullah Kitchen & Bar
07.2022 - 02.2024
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
- Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
Cashier
Kool Runnings Restaurant
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Server
Golden Krust
02.2019 - 05.2020
- Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
- Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
Education
Mona High School
St. Andrew JamaicaSkills
- Customer Service
- Food Preparation
- Cooking
- Knife Skills
- Hospitality and service industry background
Timeline
Cook/Cashier
Yard Vibes Caribbean Restaurant
02.2024 - Current
Prep Cook/Lead Prep Cook
Virgil's Gullah Kitchen & Bar
07.2022 - 02.2024
Cashier
Kool Runnings Restaurant
08.2021 - 07.2022
Server
Golden Krust
02.2019 - 05.2020
Mona High School