Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Cooper England

Summary

Motivated individual with engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly, and anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable dining experiences. I also have experience working both FOH and BOH. Knowledgeable in food safety and sanitation guidelines. Commended for having solid attendance record and delivering exceptional customer service.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager

Single Speed Brewing Co
04.2022 - Current
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees

Server

Single Speed Brewing Co
08.2021 - 04.2022
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
  • Applied comprehensive knowledge of beer to increase daily beverage sales.
  • Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.

Line Cook

Panera Bread
09.2020 - 05.2021
  • Collaborated with servers to collect information about orders.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Transitioned between breakfast and lunch service.

Coordinator

Curries ASSA Abloy
03.2019 - 07.2020
  • Carried 100 pounds at a time without issue.
  • Led a team of 4 to 5 people.
  • Developed revisions for systems and procedures by evaluating operational practices and identifying improvement opportunities.
  • Drove workflow improvements by streamlining processes.
  • Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
  • Oversaw technical, operational, clerical and customer service support activities.

Dishwasher

Northwestern Steakhouse
09.2016 - 05.2019
  • Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
  • Helped team meet expected demands by restocking work areas throughout restaurant such as server stations, salad bars and supply cupboards.
  • Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large items used often by kitchen staff.
  • Gently moved glassware and other delicate items to prevent breakage.
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Kept work area clean, dry and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
  • Troubleshot equipment malfunctions and completed minor repairs to keep equipment functioning.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mason City High School
Mason City, IA
05.2018

Skills

  • Relationship Building
  • High Energy and Stamina
  • Warm and Friendly
  • Age Verification
  • Cool Under Pressure
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing
  • Team Player
  • Menu Memorization
  • Order Accuracy and Delivery
  • Workflow Coordination
  • Transactions and Cash Handling
  • Upselling and Cross Selling

Certification

  • Beer Server Certified

Timeline

Manager

Single Speed Brewing Co
04.2022 - Current

Server

Single Speed Brewing Co
08.2021 - 04.2022

Line Cook

Panera Bread
09.2020 - 05.2021

Coordinator

Curries ASSA Abloy
03.2019 - 07.2020

Dishwasher

Northwestern Steakhouse
09.2016 - 05.2019

High School Diploma -

Mason City High School
Cooper England