BRIAUNNA LAIRD
Austin,TX
Summary
Cook with experience in maintaining cleanliness and adhering to food safety standards during food preparation and storage. Demonstrated ability to prepare a variety of foods according to specific recipes while ensuring quality control. Conducted regular inventory checks and managed kitchen operations, contributing to efficient workflow and compliance with health regulations. Provided support and training to team members, enhancing overall kitchen performance and teamwork.
Motivated Shift Leader enthusiastic about helping team members meet and exceed objectives with compassionate leadership. Talented trainer and operational problem-solver with front-line experience and collaborative nature. Resourceful in balancing customer, company and employee needs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Shipley Do-Nuts
Austin
05.2025 - Current
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
Shift Lead
Marco's Pizza
Austin
12.2024 - Current
- Performed opening and closing procedures such as setting alarm systems, counting money.
- Provided guidance and support to other team members as needed.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain accurate stock levels.
- Utilized problem solving skills to resolve conflicts between customers and employees.
- Handled cash register transactions accurately while providing excellent customer service.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.
- Managed store operations during absence of Store Manager or Assistant Manager.
- Reviewed daily sales reports and monitored financial performance metrics.
- Assisted in the training of new employees.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job duties.
Cashier and Food Prep
A little more poke
Columbia, Missouri
10.2022 - 07.2024
- Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Made food as requested of customers and making sure everything was correct.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Baking And Pastries
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Austin, TX12-2025
High School Diploma -
Battle High School
Columbia, MO05-2024
Skills
- Food safety
- Baking techniques
- Recipe development
- Customer service
- ServSafe certified
- Positive and professional
- Recipe-based cooking
Certification
- Food manager card
Accomplishments
- Passed the NOTCI back in highschool
- Made shift lead after a few days of working at Marco's pizza
Timeline
Cook
Shipley Do-Nuts
05.2025 - Current
Shift Lead
Marco's Pizza
12.2024 - Current
Cashier and Food Prep
A little more poke
10.2022 - 07.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Baking And Pastries
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
High School Diploma -
Battle High School