Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Interests
Timeline

Cherrylyn Menor

Minasa
WAIPAHU,HI
Cherrylyn Menor
3
Languages
1
Certification
3
years of professional experience

Adaptable and motivated team member with experience working in fast-paced environments and supporting both customers and coworkers. Brings a strong willingness to learn, take on new challenges, and grow through hands-on experience. Seeking opportunities beyond food service and retail where I can contribute to a team, apply my experience, and build a career in a new field.

Work History

Culinary Intern

2 Months
Waipahu High School | 05.2023 - 07.2023
  • Assisted in preparing and cooking diverse menu items for school events and daily service.
  • Collaborated with a culinary team to maintain clean, organized kitchen environment.
  • Managed inventory by tracking supplies, checking expiration dates, rotating food, and placing orders as needed.
  • Prepared ingredients by reading recipes, organizing mise en place, and supporting the lead chef during food preparation.
  • Assisted in planning and coordinating culinary events, including menu development, food preparation, and kitchen set up.
  • Plated and presented dishes with attention to detail and visual appeal.

Restaurant Team Member

2 Years 11 Months
Minasa | 10.2023 - Current
  • Delivered high-quality customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and service delivery.
  • Training new team members on operational procedures and customer engagement techniques.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining and kitchen areas to ensure safety standards.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately while adhering to company policies for financial integrity.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, enhancing overall guest satisfaction and experience.
  • Participated in inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages to management.
  • Implemented improvements in workflow processes, increasing efficiency during peak service hours.
  • Performed opening and closing duties as needed, ensuring the restaurant was prepared for efficient operation each day.
  • Greeted guests pleasantly and answered menu questions.
  • Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities by managing multiple tasks simultaneously during peak hours without sacrificing quality of service or attention to detail.
  • Utilized strong communication skills when interacting with guests, coworkers, and management to create a welcoming atmosphere for all parties involved.
  • Prepared food orders, cooking, and operating the fry station.
  • Restocked supplies as needed.
  • Worked with a POS system to place orders and create menu items.
  • Followed safety and sanitation policies while handling food and beverages to uphold proper health standards.
  • Cut, sliced and ground meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
  • Took photos of our food menu to post on our social media.
  • Created special menus for events.
  • Provided efficient customer service for dine-in, pickup, and DoorDash orders in a fast-paced environment.

Education

High School Diploma

Waipahu High School | Waipahu, HI
  • Magna Cum Laude Graduate
  • Academic Honors
  • Career & Technical Education (CTE)
  • Early College Program
  • Industry Certification
  • Seal Biliteracy

Activities & Leadership

  • FilAm (Filipino American Club) - Member | 2022
  • FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) - Member & Historian | 2022-2024

Skills

Communication
Teamwork
Adaptability
Organization
Time Management
Problem-Solving
Initiative
Customer Service
Attention to Detail
Multitasking

Accomplishments

  • Led two church ministries for nearly two years
  • Created and managed social media content for your church
  • Completed a culinary internship
  • Earned ServSafe certification
  • Completed early college courses
  • Earned strong grades
  • Gained experience in both front-of-house and back-of-house restaurant operations

Certification

  • ServSafe Food Handler Certification: 2021-2024

Languages

Ilocano
Full Professional
Tagalog
Full Professional
English
Native or Bilingual

Interests

Photography
Vlogging & Content Creation
Graphic Design
Writing
Baking
Faith & Community
Family & Friends
and Personal Development

Timeline

Restaurant Team Member

Minasa
10.2023 - CurrentRead More

Culinary Intern

Waipahu High School
05.2023 - 07.2023Read More

Waipahu High School

High School Diploma
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Cherrylyn Menor