Cooper Garner
Leesburg,VA
Summary
Professional with strong organizational skills and deep understanding of kitchen operations. Skilled in coordinating food orders, ensuring timely service, and maintaining clear communication between kitchen staff and servers. Adept at working in fast-paced environments, ensuring smooth workflow and high-quality standards. Known for reliability, adaptability, and fostering teamwork to achieve exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Expediter
Blue Ridge Grill
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted preparation of food plates, overseeing quality, and appearance.
- Provided exceptional support to kitchen staff during high-volume periods, enabling faster turnaround times without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Increased order accuracy through effective communication between front-of-house and back-of-house teams.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of menu items, regularly assisting servers with questions regarding ingredients or allergens when needed.
Front of House Representative
Chick-fil-A
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and courteous service to guests.
- Implemented effective communication strategies between front-of-house and kitchen staff for expedited order fulfillment.
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing best practices and offering guidance when needed.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA05.2027
Skills
- Customer Service Oriented
- Food Safety Knowledge
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Goal-Oriented
- Organizational skills
- Work Ethic
- Communication
Timeline
Food Expediter
Blue Ridge Grill
05.2024 - Current
Front of House Representative
Chick-fil-A
06.2021 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
James Madison University
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