Baaba Sam
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Food service professional with extensive experience in customer service and catering operations. Strong knowledge of food safety practices and a commitment to maintaining high sanitation standards. Demonstrated ability to enhance operational efficiency through effective training and team collaboration.
Overview
1
1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
First Watch Daytime Cafe
Virginia Beach, Virginia
09.2025 - 07.2026
- Prepared fresh ingredients daily for breakfast and lunch, enhancing menu quality.
- Cooked and plated dishes to meet restaurant standards and exceed customer expectations.
- Collaborated with team members, ensuring timely service and a smooth workflow during peak hours.
Service Team Member
Panda Express Restaurant Group
Virginia Beach, Virginia
06.2024 - 07.2026
- Complied with health and safety standards in food preparation activities.
- Sustained cleanliness and order within kitchen and dining environments.
- Partnered with team members to deliver efficient service during high-demand hours.
- Monitored inventory levels and replenished supplies to support continuous operations.
FT Server/Hostess
Indigo Hotel
Pittsburgh, PA
09.2017 - 06.2019
- Processed high volumes of customer interactions, ensuring accurate entry of food and drink orders to enhance service quality.
- Simultaneously managed multiple tables while prioritizing tasks to meet customer needs.
- Utilized point-of-sale (POS) systems to streamline order processing and improve overall transaction speed.
Culinary Team Member/Trainer
Chick-fil-A
Virginia Beach, VA
03.2024 - 04.2026
- Trained new culinary team members in essential cooking techniques to enhance team skills.
- Coordinated team efforts to optimize workflow and ensure timely meal delivery.
- Adhered to health and safety protocols for food handling and equipment sanitation.
Hostess/Busser/Server Assistant
Smokey Bones Restaurant
Pittsburgh, PA
07.2014 - 11.2017
- Managed guest flow during peak hours, enhancing overall dining experience
- Collaborated with servers and kitchen staff for effective communication and timely service delivery
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area, contributing to positive guest atmosphere.
Cook
Oakmont Country Club
Oakmont, PA
04.2015 - 08.2016
- Prepared daily staff meals, delivering high-quality and nutritious options for team well-being.
- Tasted all dishes to verify flavor, texture, and presentation before serving.
- Managed setup and breakdown of buffet line, providing consistent access to fresh food for all diners.
- Maintained sanitized work areas, ensuring high hygiene standards for safe food preparation.
Overnight Stocker and Receiver
Target
Temecula, California
01.2007 - 02.2009
- Coordinated unloading of trucks and organized distribution of freight to storage locations.
- Unpacked and arranged merchandise for improved access and visibility.
- Rotated products on shelves according to code dates to maximize inventory turnover.
Certified Trainer Food Service
Wendy's
Lake Elsinore, CA
12.2008 - 10.2014
- Executed diverse responsibilities in quick service restaurant, enhancing guest experience through greeting and efficient product preparation.
- Ensured compliance with food safety and sanitation standards, contributing to overall health and safety in restaurant operations.
- Achieved certification in Food Safety Handlers, enhancing team knowledge.
- Cross-trained staff across all restaurant areas, increasing operational flexibility and team versatility.
Shift Manager/Key Holder
Taco Bell
Yucca Valley, CA
03.2005 - 12.2006
- Supervised daily operations to promote smooth restaurant service.
- Handled customer issues effectively to foster loyalty.
- Controlled inventory levels through strategic ordering of supplies and equipment.
- Ensured adherence to health codes and licensing regulations.
Skills
- Restaurant operations management
- Point of sale (POS) systems
- Food preparation techniques
- Server responsibilities
- Time management
- Staff training and development
- Detail orientation
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management and tracking
- Effective communication
- Food safety practices
- Dish presentation and plating techniques
- Ingredient sourcing
- Kitchen workflow management
Certification
- CPR/ AED & First Aid
- Food Handler Serv-Safe
Timeline
Line Cook
First Watch Daytime Cafe
09.2025 - 07.2026
Service Team Member
Panda Express Restaurant Group
06.2024 - 07.2026
Culinary Team Member/Trainer
Chick-fil-A
03.2024 - 04.2026
FT Server/Hostess
Indigo Hotel
09.2017 - 06.2019
Cook
Oakmont Country Club
04.2015 - 08.2016
Hostess/Busser/Server Assistant
Smokey Bones Restaurant
07.2014 - 11.2017
Certified Trainer Food Service
Wendy's
12.2008 - 10.2014
Overnight Stocker and Receiver
Target
01.2007 - 02.2009
Shift Manager/Key Holder
Taco Bell
03.2005 - 12.2006