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Brandi Carey

Princeton,IL

Summary

Talented kitchen leader offer over Number years of experience in preparing and serving diverse foods. Motivates employees to exceed customer expectations in high-volume settings while maintaining strong quality and cost controls. Service-oriented with good multitasking, safety management and decision-making skills.

Experienced Job Title with over Number years of experience in Industry. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.

Reliable employee seeking Job Title position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Enthusiastic Job Title eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of Task and training in Skill. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Industry.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen

Becks Oil Co.
Princeton , Illinois
02.2021 - 07.2022
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling and surface cleaning.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Wiped down counters using sanitizing spray to prevent cross-contamination among food items.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
  • Followed standardized recipes set by Chef for production of breakfast, lunch and dinner meals.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.

Prep Cook, Dishwasher

Yard House
Tucson, Arizona
04.2018 - 03.2020
  • Increased machine efficiency by scraping and pre-washing dishes.
  • Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils and trays quickly and without breaking.
  • Communicated with team members to keep operations running smoothly by helping with Task and Task.
  • Paid close attention to instructions from supervisor to complete tasks on time.
  • Established great relationships with staff by promoting team-oriented atmosphere through use of Skill and Skill.
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping and taking out trash.
  • Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware and cooking utensils.
  • Effectively scrubbed and scoured pots and pans using Type and Type products to remove burnt-on food.
  • Volunteered to assist Job titles with Task and Task during peak meal times after completing dishwashing duties.
  • Boosted team efficiency by keeping kitchen areas organized, clean and properly sanitized.
  • Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
  • Gently moved glassware, crystal and other delicate items to prevent breakage.
  • Maintained proper temperatures, behaviors and controls to meet or exceed health department standards.
  • Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots or Type items used often by kitchen staff.
  • Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
  • Kept work area clean, dry and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
  • Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
  • Efficiently and quickly cleaned various dishes, silverware and Type to provide smooth service and reduce wait times.
  • Moved items from main storage areas to easily accessible small fridge, freezers and containers to support kitchen staff efficiency.
  • Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Kept all dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards by Action.
  • Loaded more than Number glasses, silverware and dishes into dishwasher each shift, running average of Number loads per day.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Disinfected counters and wiped down food prep surfaces to prevent illness and cross-contamination from raw meats.
  • Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
  • Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
  • Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents and sanitizers to protect customer health.
  • Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.

Kitchen/pizza Maker

Caseys
Princeton , Illinois
03.2015 - 04.2018
  • Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
  • Monitored and maintained clean working areas and cooking surfaces.
  • Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
  • Wiped down counters and food prep stations using bleach and clean cloths.

Inventory, grocery/store order

Education

GED -

Princeton High School
Princeton Illinois
06.2020

Skills

  • Performance Improvement
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Staff Supervision
  • Customer Service
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Quality Assurance
  • Supply Ordering and Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Staff Training
  • Monitoring Food Preparation
  • Kitchen Equipment Operation
  • Food Safety and Sanitation
  • Waste Reduction
  • Standardized Recipes
  • Attention to Detail
  • Catering Services
  • Station Preparation
  • Guest Satisfaction
  • Workflow Optimization
  • High-Volume Environments
  • Dietary Restrictions
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Calm and Pleasant Demeanor
  • Sandwich Preparation

Timeline

Kitchen

Becks Oil Co.
02.2021 - 07.2022

Prep Cook, Dishwasher

Yard House
04.2018 - 03.2020

Kitchen/pizza Maker

Caseys
03.2015 - 04.2018

GED -

Princeton High School
Brandi Carey