Cynthia Pietro
Siler City,NC
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Custodian/Maintenance Technician
Town of Siler City
10.2022 - Current
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Enhanced cleanliness and safety by regularly sanitizing high-touch surfaces.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as spills or leaks, minimizing damage and ensuring safety.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness in outdoor spaces through regular trash removal, sweeping, and landscaping duties.
- Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
- Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
- Assisted in inventory management to ensure adequate supplies were always available for custodial needs.
Laundry Attendant
Cambridge Hills Assisted Living
05.2021 - Current
- Laundry aide for residents
Cook
Compass Group Canteen
03.2019 - 04.2021
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety
- Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability
- Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination
- Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality
- Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations during opening and closing procedures to maximize efficiency
- Planned lunch, dinner and bar menus, as well a special menus for in-house special events and catering
Kitchen Supervisor
Auldern Academy
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Set and oversaw weekly and special event menu plans
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance
- Monitored food preparation, production and plating for quality control
- Developed recipes and menus by applying understanding of market demand and culinary trends
- Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned all equipment after every shift
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory
- Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments
- Created new recipes, outlined steps and training staff on correct preparation
Child Nutrition Assistant
CHATHAM COUNTY SCHOOLS
09.2017 - 01.2018
- Cleaned and sanitized surfaces, tools, and equipment
- Tracked meal purchases and accepted payments at cash register
- Restocked condiments, beverages, and utensils per expected use levels
- Provided exemplary service to students, staff, and visitors
- Checked dining area supplies, including linens and wrapped silverware, and replenished low stock
- Cooked food per recipe requirements in large batches for routine school breakfasts, lunches, and special events
- Transported dirty utensils, dishes and trays to kitchen to support efficient cleaning
- Inspected kitchen equipment and appliances to verify proper working order, including steamers, ovens and ranges
- Followed all proper handling procedures for prepared foods, ingredients, and leftovers
- Collected trash, wiped up spills and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas
- Prepared ingredients and recipe components ahead of time
- Served food according to temperature, safety, and presentation guidelines
- Worked stations including pizza, omelet, soup, salad, sandwich, and dessert at busy cafeteria
Housekeeper/Laundry
Cambridge Hills Assisted Living
01.2016 - 08.2017
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup
- Verified cleanliness and organization of storage areas and carts
- Kept building entryway glass clean and polished for professional presentation
- Completed laundry services with special attention to care instructions, including handwashing and dry cleaning
- Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist
- Dusted picture frames and wall hangings with cloth
- Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors
- Restocked room supplies such as facial tissues for personal touch with every job
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean
Baker
Southern Supreme Fruitcake & More
08.2015 - 12.2015
- Compiled recipe ingredients and prepared for cooks by washing, cutting or measuring food items
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads
- Checked pantry multiple times per shift and restocked it whenever food items were running low
- Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls and coffee cakes
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation
- Cleaned and sanitized all work surfaces between preparation of various foods, avoiding cross contamination while maintaining food safety guidelines
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress
Education
High school diploma - General Studies
Chatham High school
Bear Creek, NC06.1996
Skills
- Catering
- Culinary Experience
- Meal Preparation
- Pricing
- Cooking
- Food Preparation
- Menu Planning
- Supervising Experience
- Servsafe
- Food Safety
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Banquet Experience
- Laundry
- Food Production
- Inventory Control
- Restaurant Experience
- Leadership
- Food Service Management
- Meat Cutting
- Customer Service
- Basic math
- Cash handling
- Retail Sales
- Microsoft Word
- Merchandising
- Cleaning Experience
Certification
ServSafe
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Assessments
- Data Entry: Accuracy, 11/01/20, Highly Proficient
- Scheduling, 11/01/20, Familiar
- Sales Skills, 11/01/20, Proficient
- Administrative Assistant/Receptionist, 11/01/20, Proficient
- Cashier Skills, 12/01/20, Expert
- Customer focus & orientation, 12/01/20, Highly Proficient
Timeline
Custodian/Maintenance Technician
Town of Siler City
10.2022 - Current
Laundry Attendant
Cambridge Hills Assisted Living
05.2021 - Current
Cook
Compass Group Canteen
03.2019 - 04.2021
Kitchen Supervisor
Auldern Academy
02.2018 - 03.2019
Child Nutrition Assistant
CHATHAM COUNTY SCHOOLS
09.2017 - 01.2018
Housekeeper/Laundry
Cambridge Hills Assisted Living
01.2016 - 08.2017
Baker
Southern Supreme Fruitcake & More
08.2015 - 12.2015
High school diploma - General Studies
Chatham High school
ServSafe