Canaan Talbert
Johnston,SC
Summary
Motivated professional with over 4 years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Creative and artistic professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.
Efficient Server known for productivity and ability to complete tasks swiftly. Specialize in customer service, time management, and conflict resolution, ensuring smooth dining experiences. Excel in communication, adaptability, and teamwork, leveraging these skills to meet diverse customer needs and maintain high satisfaction levels.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Deaf chef
Aiken, South Carolina
12.2023 - 09.2024
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
Server
Deaf Chef
Aiken, South Carolina
12.2023 - 09.2024
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies..
Material Handler
Generac Power Systems
Trenton, South Carolina
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
- Organized warehouse shelves, racks, and bins for proper storage of materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with appropriate material handling equipment.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while operating material handling equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Strom Thurmond High School
Johnston, SC05-2024
Skills
- Daily specials memorization
- Table Setting
- Supply Restocking
- Beverage Preparation
- Food Running
- Food inspection
- Wine service
- High-volume dining
- Menu knowledge
- Item promotion
- Liquor, wine, and food service
- Recipe preparation
- Prep work
- Food rotation
- Grilling Techniques
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Head Chef Collaboration
Timeline
Line Cook
Deaf chef
12.2023 - 09.2024
Server
Deaf Chef
12.2023 - 09.2024
Material Handler
Generac Power Systems
07.2022 - 07.2023
High School Diploma -
Strom Thurmond High School