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Cynthia Glessner

Alta Vista,KS

Summary

Versatile and dedicated, I leveraged strong knife handling and team collaboration skills at White Memorial Camp to enhance kitchen efficiency and food quality. By streamlining operations and fostering a culture of safety and excellence, I contributed to a significant reduction in food waste, ensuring high standards of meal preparation and customer satisfaction.

Offering positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow in culinary setting. Brings understanding of food safety practices and basic cooking techniques, ensuring adherence to health standards. Ready to use and develop culinary and teamwork skills in the role as a Dietary Associtate.

Energetic and dependable with knack for working efficiently in fast-paced environments. Understands food safety and sanitation practices, coupled with basic culinary skills. Dedicated to contributing to team setting and ensuring high-quality meal preparation.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

On-call Substitute Cook

USD 417
08.2024 - Current
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • 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.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced school environment.
  • Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
  • Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
  • Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through open communication and teamwork among staff members.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Head Cook

White Memorial Camp
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Efficiently handled high-volume service periods without sacrificing quality or consistency in food preparation.
  • Monitored food preparation processes to maintain consistent taste, texture, and presentation of dishes.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Adhered to strict dietary restrictions when creating customized meal options for guests with allergies or preferences.
  • Managed kitchen staff, ensuring proper training and adherence to safety protocols for a safe working environment.
  • Established strong vendor relationships resulting in reliable deliveries of top-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, meeting or exceeding health department requirements.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
  • Oversaw kitchen equipment maintenance schedule, ensuring all tools and appliances were in top working condition.
  • Increased efficiency in kitchen, introducing pre-prep system that sped up meal preparation times.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Cashier

Short Stop Convenience Store
05.2023 - 05.2024
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
  • Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Adapted quickly to new technologies implemented at POS systems, ensuring seamless transition periods for both staff and customers.
  • Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
  • Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
  • Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
  • Exceeded productivity goals through consistent attention to detail and organization during busy shifts.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
  • Encouraged customers to make additional purchases by highlighting current deals and keeping lane well-stocked.
  • Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.
  • Increased sales of promotional items by informing customers about current offers.
  • Enhanced customer loyalty by participating in rewards program enrollment.
  • Contributed to clean and safe shopping environment, performed regular sanitation of checkout area.
  • Fostered positive customer relations by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly.
  • Facilitated positive shopping experience, greeted customers warmly upon entry.
  • Improved efficiency, organized checkout area for optimal workflow.
  • Improved store atmosphere with thorough and prompt cleaning of checkout area.
  • Strengthened team morale and cooperation by assisting coworkers during peak hours.
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies, reducing instances of theft at checkout.
  • Facilitated smoother checkout process, trained new employees on POS systems.
  • Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring all transactions balanced at end of day.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Education

No Degree - Holistic Nutrition And Wellness

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO
11-2025

GED -

Kansas State High School Diploma
07-2024

Skills

  • Knife handling
  • Food safety
  • Cooking techniques
  • Meal preparation
  • Sanitation practices
  • Food storage
  • Allergen management
  • Ingredient substitution
  • Customer service
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Team collaboration
  • Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
  • Hospitality and service industry background
  • Contamination prevention
  • Kitchen equipment operation
  • Grilling techniques
  • Sauce making
  • Portion control
  • Nutrition awareness
  • Menu planning

Timeline

On-call Substitute Cook

USD 417
08.2024 - Current

Head Cook

White Memorial Camp
06.2024 - 08.2024

Cashier

Short Stop Convenience Store
05.2023 - 05.2024

No Degree - Holistic Nutrition And Wellness

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts

GED -

Kansas State High School Diploma

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