Summary
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Work History
Education
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Brooklinn McDonald

Miami

Summary

Dynamic leader and skilled culinary professional with extensive experience at Iron Skillet Restaurant, excelling in high-pressure environments. Demonstrated expertise in food safety and customer service, significantly enhancing dining experiences. Proven ability in task delegation and conflict resolution, fostering team efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Waitress Supervisor

Iron Skillet Restaurant
Joplin, MO
12.2024 - Current

Waiting on tables, cleaning and cooking, handling money and counting money. Stocking and prepping the restaurant daily. Customer service along with phone service

Line Cook

Iron Skillet Restaurant
Joplin, MO
07.2024 - 09.2024
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.

Dishwasher

Iron Skillet Restaurant
Joplin, MO
12.2023 - 02.2024
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
  • Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
  • Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
  • Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
  • Completed additional cleaning tasks within the kitchen area, contributing to an overall sanitary work environment.
  • Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
  • Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
  • Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
  • Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace for fellow staff members.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with kitchen staff members.
  • Supported overall restaurant operations by promptly restocking clean dishes and utensils in designated areas.

Education

Associate Of Arts -

Crowder College
Neosho, MO

Skills

  • Task delegation
  • Complaint handling
  • Order accuracy
  • Sales promotion
  • Waiting tables
  • Table management
  • Hygiene standards
  • Strong leadership
  • Customer service
  • Food and beverage service
  • Relationship building
  • Food safety
  • Conflict resolution
  • Inventory controls
  • Greeting and seating guests
  • Critical thinking
  • Cash handling

Timeline

Waitress Supervisor

Iron Skillet Restaurant
12.2024 - Current

Line Cook

Iron Skillet Restaurant
07.2024 - 09.2024

Dishwasher

Iron Skillet Restaurant
12.2023 - 02.2024

Associate Of Arts -

Crowder College
Brooklinn McDonald