Caleb Mitchell
Riverside,CA
Summary
Versatile and dynamic professional with a proven track record at Panda Express Restaurant Group, excelling in customer service and cooking techniques. Demonstrated ability to maintain high sanitation standards and manage multiple tasks efficiently, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction. Skilled in kitchen organization and food handling, contributing significantly to team success and operational excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Panda Express Restaurant Group
08.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Dishwasher
Cheesecake Factory Inc
03.2023 - 08.2024
- 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.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Minimized cross-contamination risks by following proper procedures for washing cutting boards, knives, and other essential tools.
Server
Sushi Okoku
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Maintained high standards of personal appearance and hygiene, reflecting positively on establishment.
Deli Clerk
Vons
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Precisely measured, weighed, sliced, and packaged deli products according to customer requests while minimizing waste.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to food safety guidelines and promptly addressing any hazards.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
Team Member
Target
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Assisted with inventory counts and stocking of merchandise.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gahr High School
Cerritos, CA06-2016
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Kitchen organization
- Multitasking and organization
- Sanitation
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Portion control
Timeline
Cook
Panda Express Restaurant Group
08.2023 - Current
Dishwasher
Cheesecake Factory Inc
03.2023 - 08.2024
Server
Sushi Okoku
01.2022 - 03.2023
Deli Clerk
Vons
08.2021 - 09.2022
Team Member
Target
09.2018 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Gahr High School
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