Brooke Perkins
Lizella
Summary
Accomplished professional with experience at Southern Belles, excelling in equipment operation and team collaboration. Demonstrated adaptability and attention to detail, enhancing farm safety and efficiency. Proven ability to learn quickly and maintain a positive attitude, contributing to a 20% reduction in accidents. Dependable and eager to tackle new challenges with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Hand
Southern Belles
06.2025 - Current
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
- Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and hay production.
- Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
- Contributed to overall farm efficiency by performing regular equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
- Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding chickens, disposing of deceased chickens, and adjusting equipment to ensure animal health and welfare.
- Enhanced farm safety by implementing updated protocols, reducing occurrence of accidents and injuries on farm.
- Streamlined feeding processes, ensuring all animals received appropriate nutrition for optimal growth and health.
- Monitored weather forecasts to plan work schedules, minimizing disruption from adverse weather conditions.
- Managed composting operations to recycle farm waste into valuable fertilizer, enriching soil quality.
- Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
Warehouse Associate
Kohls Distribution Center
09.2019 - 07.2020
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as Number pounds.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, or inventory control duties.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity targets while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.
- Increased accuracy in order picking by utilizing electronic scanning devices and following established procedures.
- Assisted in reducing product damage by properly handling and storing materials.
- Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing best practices and providing support for their integration into the team.
- Contributed to a cleaner workspace with daily upkeep and scheduled deep cleaning sessions.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
Waitress/ Cook/ Cashier
Ole Times Country Buffet
07.2018 - 09.2019
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently provide efficient service during peak hours.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
- Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new menu items and incorporating them into knowledgeable recommendations for guests.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
- Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA05.2013
Skills
Dependable and Hardworking
Dedicated employee
Eager to learn, and adapt to new tasks easily
Positive attitude, friendly personality
Organized and attentive to details
Timeline
Farm Hand
Southern Belles
06.2025 - Current
Warehouse Associate
Kohls Distribution Center
09.2019 - 07.2020
Waitress/ Cook/ Cashier
Ole Times Country Buffet
07.2018 - 09.2019
High School Diploma - General Studies
Penn Foster Career School
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