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Carlyn McGraw

Alburnett,IA

Summary

Industrious Harvester with excellent seed and crop planting and harvesting knowledge gained over 4 years of large-scale, commercial farming experience. Consistently contributes to harvest success through hard work and dedication.

Animal Sitter with history of delivering exceptional care to animals in various settings. Passionately promotes health and optimal wellness by providing quality support. Careful to observe animals and communicate concerns to help optimize care.

Hardworking and enthusiastic Kitchen Staff Member trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.


Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kitchen Staff Member

Lefty's
05.2025 - Current
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
  • Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
  • Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.
  • Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
  • Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables by hand and machine and assembled and mixed salad ingredients, gelatin molds and fruit crisps.
  • Followed sanitary food handling procedures, focused on correct use of covers and labels and discarded ingredients by expiration date.
  • Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
  • Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
  • Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
  • Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
  • Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
  • Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
  • Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
  • Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
  • Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
  • Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
  • Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
  • Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
  • Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
  • Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
  • Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
  • Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
  • Lifted and carried heavy materials.
  • Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.

Animal Sitter

Self Employed Services
09.2023 - Current
  • Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
  • Prepared special diets for animals to accommodate specific health conditions and species-specific needs.
  • Fed and watered animals to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
  • Cleaned animal enclosures maintain clean living spaces for pets and prevent spread of disease.
  • Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
  • Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Trained animals in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands.
  • Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
  • Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.

Corn Pollinator

ASI, Corteva
07.2022 - Current
  • Communicated with coworkers and management to report challenges.
  • Identified plant diseases and researched methods for mitigation.
  • Controlled cross-pollination to achieve desired crop hybridization.
  • Worked in harsh weather conditions to accomplish necessary planting, cultivation and harvesting work for corn crop.
  • Tracked male and female row planting to detassel correct plants.
  • Transported and loaded harvested items into delivery trucks.
  • Used software to record and document information regarding pesticide use, yields and costs.
  • Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
  • Weeded, thinned and pruned crops to encourage good growth.

Night Shift Worker

Budz Gas N Go
06.2024 - 04.2025
  • Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
  • Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
  • Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
  • Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced environment.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.

Bakery Worker

Hyvee
04.2024 - 06.2024
  • Packaged customer purchases with care and strong organizational skills to facilitate easy carrying and prevent product shifting.
  • Helped customers locate ideal menu items by listening to needs and recommending specific products or services.
  • Monitored counter and display inventory by replacing stock and requesting new products from kitchen to keep areas well-stocked for maximum sales.
  • Maintained tidy and organized work area to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Wrapped and packed perishable food in boxes based on quality and quantity.
  • Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
  • Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots or angle cake pan items used often by kitchen staff.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
05-2026

High School Diploma -

Alburnett High School
Alburnett, Iowa
05-2026

Skills

  • Expiration monitoring
  • Stock maintenance
  • Ingredient measuring
  • Communication
  • Stress tolerance
  • Quick-learning
  • Health monitoring
  • Sandwich making
  • Recipe-based cooking
  • Weather tolerance
  • Flexibility
  • Hand-eye coordination

Affiliations

  • Cross Country Fall 2022- present
  • Wrestling Winter 2022- present
  • Speech Fall 2022-Feb 2023
  • FBLA Fall-Winter 2022
  • FFA Winter 2023-Spring 2024
  • Track Spring 2023
  • FCCLA Fall 2023- Present

Certification

  • CPR Training - 2025-09-17 17:17:36

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Kitchen Staff Member

Lefty's
05.2025 - Current

Night Shift Worker

Budz Gas N Go
06.2024 - 04.2025

Bakery Worker

Hyvee
04.2024 - 06.2024

Animal Sitter

Self Employed Services
09.2023 - Current

Corn Pollinator

ASI, Corteva
07.2022 - Current

High School Diploma -

Kirkwood Community College

High School Diploma -

Alburnett High School

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