Caden Ropte
Lincoln,NE
Summary
Responsible crew member with proven skills in maintaining clean kitchens and promoting customer satisfaction through exceptional service. Dedicated to completing fast-paced work effectively, always striving to provide the best experience for customers. Service-driven approach and ability to connect with people have resulted in a strong base of repeat customers. Strong work ethic and ability to work independently motivates consistent delivery of high-quality results. Strong organizational and team collaboration skills contribute to improving processes and overall team success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Member
Honest Abe's Meadowlane
05.2021 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely meal preparation and consistent quality
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination during peak service hours
- Trained new hires on kitchen procedures, equipment usage, and safety protocols, fostering a supportive learning environment
- Increased overall kitchen productivity by assisting in multiple stations as needed during busy shifts
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns or issues promptly and professionally
- Assisted with financial tasks such as cash handling, drawer reconciliation, and end-of-day deposits when needed
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments
Painter/Laborer
Ropte Paints
06.2019 - 08.2019
- I assisted my grandfather on many painting jobs during the summer before I had a day job at Honest Abe's
- Masked, covered or otherwise protected non-paintable surfaces
- Followed painter's directions for product application and site cleanup
- Cleaned job site after project completion, removing tape, and tarps and inspecting for drips or inconsistencies in paint application
- Smoothed and cleaned surfaces and removed wallpaper prior to painting allowing even coating of paint
- Cleaned brushes, rollers and required equipment prior to use
- Utilized proper personnel protective equipment during painting and preparation, avoiding inhalation of hazardous debris and toxic particulates
- Carried paints and painting supplies to each job site and positioned to comply with painter's instructions
Education
Forensic Science
Southeast Community College
Lincoln, Nebraska01.2024
High school diploma -
Lincoln East High School
Lincoln, NE05.2023
Skills
- Cashiering
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- POS
- Food Safety
- Customer Service
- Heavy Lifting
- Hardworking and Reliable
- Self-Driven and Motivated
Certification
- Driver's License, current
- Food Safety Certification, 05/2021, 06/2024
- Food Handler Certification
Additional Information
I have won multiple power lifting awards in the past year, including making it and receiving 1st in my weight class at Regionals 2024 in Appleton, Wisconsin.
Timeline
Team Member
Honest Abe's Meadowlane
05.2021 - Current
Painter/Laborer
Ropte Paints
06.2019 - 08.2019
Forensic Science
Southeast Community College
High school diploma -
Lincoln East High School
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