Correnzo Balentine
Morrow,GA
Summary
Dedicated Dishwasher with 8 years of experience in maintaining kitchen hygiene, optimizing workflows, and reducing waste. Skilled in dish sanitization, equipment maintenance, and team collaboration. Proven track record of boosting efficiency and maintaining superior health standards.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Lumper
All Staffing Warehousing
Atlanta, GA
11.2024 - Current
- Operated pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, ensuring accurate inventory management and organization.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain safety standards during material handling processes.
- Inspected incoming goods for quality assurance, addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Trained new employees on safe lifting techniques and proper equipment usage.
- Streamlined loading procedures, reducing turnaround time for freight processing operations.
- Reduced turnaround times for trucks by efficiently loading and unloading cargo according to established schedules.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and reporting hazards.
- Strengthened teamwork among crew members by actively participating in group problem-solving sessions for operational challenges.
- Consistently met deadlines for completing tasks related to receiving, processing, and shipping cargo, ensuring smooth warehouse operations.
Dishwasher
Marcel
Atlanta, GA
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace for fellow staff members.
- Reduced dish breakage by carefully handling delicate items during the washing process.
- Fostered a positive work environment by maintaining a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
- Adjusted water to correct temperature for optimum cleaning, rinsing and sanitizing.
- Helped team meet expected demands by restocking work areas throughout restaurant such as server stations, salad bars, and supply cupboards.
- Improved workflow efficiency in tight spaces while maneuvering heavy trays of dirty dishes from the dining room to the dishwashing station without incident.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements, enhancing overall kitchen efficiency.
Head Dishwasher
Elsewhere Brewing
Atlanta, GA
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff on efficient dishwashing techniques and equipment usage.
- Collaborated with kitchen management to optimize inventory of cleaning supplies and tools.
- Assisted in food preparation tasks as needed, contributing to overall kitchen productivity.
- Communicated effectively with both front-of-house and back-of-house staff members to ensure seamless coordination throughout meal services.
- Contributed to overall restaurant cleanliness by promptly addressing spills and messes in the kitchen area.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards.
- Supported cooks and chefs by providing clean utensils and cookware when needed, facilitating smooth service execution.
- Assisted in inventory management, monitoring supplies and notifying management for restocking needs.
- Played a key role in upholding the restaurant''s reputation for cleanliness and attention to detail by consistently meeting or exceeding industry standards for dishwashing performance.
Dishwasher
Mcewen's Oxford
Oxford, MS
03.2017 - 06.2022
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with kitchen staff members.
- Supported overall restaurant operations by promptly restocking clean dishes and utensils in designated areas.
- Increased performance reliability under pressure by consistently meeting fast-paced dishwashing demands, even during the busiest service periods.
- Streamlined dishwashing processes by prioritizing incoming dirty dishes based on usage needs of the kitchen staff.
Head Dishwasher
Old Venice Pizza
Oxford, MS
01.2005 - 02.2021
- Operated commercial dishwashing equipment to ensure cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Maintained efficient workflow by organizing dishes and utensils for quick access.
- Assisted team members during peak hours to streamline dishwashing processes.
- Implemented best practices for safe handling of kitchenware and cleaning chemicals.
- Trained new staff on efficient dishwashing techniques and workplace safety protocols.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely availability of clean dishes for service.
- 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.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
- Completed additional cleaning tasks within the kitchen area, contributing to an overall sanitary work environment.
Skills
- Dish Sanitization
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- Inventory Management
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Waste Reduction Strategies
- Equipment Maintenance
- Customer Support in Kitchen
Timeline
Lumper
All Staffing Warehousing
11.2024 - Current
Dishwasher
Marcel
10.2023 - 08.2024
Head Dishwasher
Elsewhere Brewing
06.2022 - 09.2023
Dishwasher
Mcewen's Oxford
03.2017 - 06.2022
Head Dishwasher
Old Venice Pizza
01.2005 - 02.2021