Barbara Zook
Dundee
Summary
Skilled in maintaining clean, sanitary kitchen environments to support healthy food preparation and superior customer service. Experience includes washing dishes, cleaning cooking stations, and sanitizing food areas. Known for strong work ethic, punctuality, and ability to work efficiently under pressure. Contributed to improved kitchen workflows and cleanliness standards in previous roles.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Dishwasher
Dena Pozos
Pymatuning Central
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Hand-washed items unsuitable for machine washing.
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Followed all safety guidelines while handling sharp objects like knives or forks.
- Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area at regular intervals throughout shift.
- Washed and sanitized sinks, trashcans and surfaces to remove excess food waste.
- Followed proper procedures to clean large and unwieldy kitchen supplies.
- Informed supervisors immediately if any machine malfunctions were observed during operation.
- Replenished soap dispensers with detergent when necessary.
- Adhered to sanitary regulations to prevent contamination with food products.
- Scraped and pre-rinsed food from dirty dishes and placed items in dishwashing machine.
- Swept and mopped floors at end of shift to comply with sanitary regulations.
- Assisted chef with food measurements, preparation and storage when necessary.
- Stocked service areas with clean plates, bowls, cups, and other items as needed.
- Loaded and unloaded dishwashers, washing by hand large pots or items used on continuous basis.
- Backed up kitchen team members during heavy work periods to maximize team coverage.
- Managed dish area organization and cleanliness.
- Unloaded deliveries from vendors ensuring that all items were accounted for.
- Sorted clean dishes in appropriate storage areas for easy and accessible use.
- Sanitized counters and wiped down surfaces following food preparation to prevent cross-contamination from raw meats.
- Scrubbed pots, pans and trays by hand or cleaned using industrial washing machine.
- Cleared trash and washed work area tables, walls, refrigerator equipment, cooking equipment and floors to keep sanitized kitchen.
- Ensured that workstations were kept neat and tidy throughout the shift.
- Restocked main kitchen areas with items from shelves, coolers, and freezers.
- Assisted in preparing salads and desserts when requested by chefs or supervisors.
- Transported clean dishes and supplies from kitchen to front of house staff for opening shift.
- Removed built-up waste and potential contaminants from waste receptacles, machinery, and cooking equipment.
- Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for customer needs by quickly scraping, washing and restacking items.
- Checked temperatures of dishwashing machines to ensure proper functioning.
- Observed safety regulations and used protective gear to clean knives and other sharp kitchen supplies.
- Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.
- Developed great team spirit with other personnel by pitching in and helping with task completion.
- Mixed soap, water and sanitizer together to create cleaning solutions for daily use.
- Used pressurized faucet sprayer effectively to wash large quantities of dishes.
- Organized trays with cutlery prior to serving meals to customers.
- Studied methods of coworkers, successfully learning kitchen, and food service skills.
- Unloaded trucks to move food and supplies from delivery vehicle to storage areas.
- Re-stocked clean washcloths, paper towels, sponges and other cleaning supplies.
- Repaired and maintained dishwashing machine to keep dishes clean and kitchen running smoothly.
- Maintained assigned areas to keep organized and clean by mopping floor.
- Replaced clean utensils in storage bins for easy access.
- Sanitized surfaces after each use following standard sanitation practices.
- Ensured timely availability of clean dishes for various meal services.
- Operated commercial dishwashing machines efficiently.
- Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Line Cook
Dena Pozos ( Lil' Bit Restaurant )
Pymatuning Central
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Covered various positions due to employee absences, including hostess and cook duties.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Sanitized kitchen counters and preparation areas to prevent foodborne illness and cross-contamination.
- Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Education
8th Grade Education -
Cherry Valley Amish School
Cherry Valley Ohio Skills
- Dish sanitizing
- Trash management
- Kitchen station support
- Sanitizing protocols
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Dishwasher operation
- Fast-paced environment
- Kitchen equipment use
- Efficient cleaning
- Cleaning procedures
- Proper sanitation
- Heavy lifting
Timeline
Dishwasher
Dena Pozos
07.2021 - 08.2023
Line Cook
Dena Pozos ( Lil' Bit Restaurant )
07.2021 - 08.2023
8th Grade Education -
Cherry Valley Amish School