Ava Smith
Chicago,IL
Summary
Motivated kitchen worker ready to build foundation in food service. Eager to learn all kitchen roles and contribute to team success. Dependable, reliable and hardworking with basic cleaning, sanitizing and stock management skills. Knowledgeable about organizing supplies, sanitizing dishes and collecting trash to boost kitchen efficiency. Trained in different kitchen positions and skilled at providing top-notch coverage for any role. Motivated waitress with engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly and able to anticipate customer needs in order to facilitate enjoyable dining experiences. Strong work ethic with willingness to take initiative.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Diswasher
The Old Detroit Burger Bar
Clawson , MI
2020.04 - 2022.11
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots or [Type] items used often by kitchen staff.
- Helped team meet expected demands by restocking work areas throughout restaurant such as server stations, salad bars and supply cupboards.
- Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
- Oversaw incoming deliveries, unboxing supplies, shelving stock and rotating items.
Waitress
Leo's Coney Island
Royal Oak , MI
2019.03 - 2019.12
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Enlisted coworkers' assistance for multi-order delivery to avoid spilling or dropping food.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
Education
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2025
Skills
- Kitchen Support
- Decision Making
- Proactive and Self-Motivated
- Interpersonal Communication
- Strong Work Ethic
- Problem Solving
- Sorting and Recycling
- Quality Standards Adherence
Volunteer Work with The Animal Welfare Society in Clawson, Michigan
I volunteered many days of my time working in the Animal Welfare Society. I cleaned animal cages, the space, the animals, and food and water bowls. I also took dogs for walks, and did odd jobs for the Animal Welfare Society staff.
Timeline
Diswasher
The Old Detroit Burger Bar
2020.04 - 2022.11
Waitress
Leo's Coney Island
2019.03 - 2019.12
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Loyola University of Chicago