Christina Childress
Roanoke, VA, USA,VA
Summary
Dedicated, hard working machine operator/warehouse employee with determination to learn more and build skills. I have experience with machines and pallet jack operation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Shenandoah Restaurant
Roanoke , Virginia
09.2018 - Current
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Assisted in developing new recipes or modifying existing ones for better taste or efficiency.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
Machine Operator
Layman Candy/Distributing
Salem , Virginia
02.2024 - present
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Unload finished products from machines onto conveyors or other transport systems.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor maintenance to improve machine function.
Education
GED -
Patrick Henry High School
Roanoke, VA06-2005
Skills
- Food presentation
- Supply Restocking
- Sanitation
- Dish preparation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Machine Operator
Layman Candy/Distributing
02.2024 - present
Cook
Shenandoah Restaurant
09.2018 - Current
GED -
Patrick Henry High School
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