Danielle Stevens
SARASOTA,FL
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Summary
Motivated candidate seeking a career in general building maintenance, painting, plumbing, and electrical. Skilled Labor Worker with strong track record of success in maintenance, repair, and general labor. Multitasks and works well in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Knowledge of operating basic hand and power tools. Excellent work performance in individual and team roles combined with superior attendance record.
Work History
Catering Cook
Sarasota County Schools
Sarasota, FL
09.2022 - Current
- Prepared and cooked diverse menu items following nutritional guidelines and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and organization, adhering to health regulations.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies to minimize waste and optimize stock levels.
- Trained new staff on cooking techniques, equipment usage, and safety standards.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced food preparation efficiency and quality consistency.
- Promoted excellence in food quality and presentation for kitchen staff.
- Provided excellent customer service by accommodating last-minute menu changes or special requests from clients during events.
- Fostered a collaborative work environment by actively participating in team-building exercises and sharing culinary knowledge with peers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality and visually appealing dishes for various catered events.
- Contributed to repeat business through exceptional culinary skills, resulting in positive client feedback and referrals for future events.
- Ensured food safety compliance by strictly adhering to sanitation guidelines and maintaining a clean workspace at all times.
- Managed special dietary needs requests meticulously without compromising taste or quality of dishes served.
- Collaborated with event planners to design customized menus tailored to client preferences and dietary restrictions.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced environment.
- Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
- Supported event logistics by assisting with setup, breakdown, and cleanup of catering stations as needed.
General Laborer and Painter
AFAB
Shawnee, KS
05.2000 - 05.2010
- Assisted skilled tradespeople with installation and maintenance tasks, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Operated hand and power tools effectively, contributing to timely project completion.
- Collaborated on site preparation, including material handling and organization for efficient workflow.
- Supported troubleshooting efforts during repairs, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing downtime.
- Operated power tools safely and efficiently as required for specific tasks on job sites.
- Performed manual labor and random jobs to help teams accomplish goals.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials to prepare for use in construction.
- Removed debris and waste from job sites.
- Cleared work sites of hazardous items.
- Performed demolition work on existing structures.
- Set up ladders and other access equipment.
- Painted walls, ceilings and other surfaces.
- Assisted with plastering, tiling and carpentry.
- Assisted in construction of commercial and residential buildings.
- Selected appropriate materials including paints, primers, and tools for specific project requirements.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Taped off areas to prevent overspray
- Patched cracks, holes and other imperfections in walls and other surfaces.
- Repaired drywall and plaster prior to painting.
- Removed wallpaper and sanded surfaces to prepare for paint application.
- Cut and prepared tiles for installation following precise measurements and job specifications.
- Installed tile flooring in residential homes.
- Used power wet saws and tile cutters to cut tiles to specifications for project.
- Mixed thinset and grout according to standard formulas.
- Remove toilets, faucets, light fixture when needed
Hospital Volunteer
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Lawrence, KS
10.2008 - 02.2009
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Delivered get well baskets, flowers and gifts to patient rooms.
- Complied with HIPAA standards to confidentially maintain patient medical information.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, improving their hospital stay experience.
- Observed and assisted in Radiology department.
Barista Shift Manager
Starbucks
Lenexa, KS
02.2007 - 05.2007
- Supervised daily operations to ensure high-quality customer service and product consistency.
- Prepared high-quality beverages according to standardized recipes and customer preferences.
- Operated espresso machines, grinders, and blenders to ensure consistent drink quality.
- Trained and mentored new baristas, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Improved beverage consistency across shifts by implementing standardized recipes and techniques for all baristas.
- Restocked and cleaned stations and facilities to maintain cleanly and operable standards.
- Increased repeat business by establishing strong relationships with customers through friendly interactions and personalized service.
- Developed staff schedules to maximize coverage during peak hours and improve service efficiency.
- Handled cash transactions accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper accounting procedures were followed at all times.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
Landscaping and Lawn Service
Grass Is Us
Overland Park, KS
05.2006 - 08.2006
- Enhanced landscape aesthetics by regularly mowing lawns, trimming bushes, and planting flowers.
- Completed tasks such as mulching flower beds or leaf removal
- Used shoves, trowels, andspade to properly dig holes
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Operated various landscaping equipment safely and efficiently, including mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and chainsaws.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
Barista
Country Club Cafe
Shawnee, KS
11.2004 - 06.2006
- Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, meat slicer, and food station.
- Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
- Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
- Sanitized equipment and wiped down counters and tables to prevent spread of germs.
- Helped management keep adequate supply on hand by notifying of shortages.
- Minimized spoilage with proper use of first-in-first-out stock procedures.
- Repaired minor issues and maintained espresso equipment and coffee machines for smooth functioning.
Education
Associate of General Studies - General Studies
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS05-2010
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Reliability
- Equipment operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Loading and unloading procedures
- Manual handling
- Surface finishing
- Hand and power tools
- Caulking and crack filling
- Fixture removal and installation
- Drywall repair, installation, and removal
Timeline
Catering Cook
Sarasota County Schools
09.2022 - Current
Hospital Volunteer
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
10.2008 - 02.2009
Barista Shift Manager
Starbucks
02.2007 - 05.2007
Landscaping and Lawn Service
Grass Is Us
05.2006 - 08.2006
Barista
Country Club Cafe
11.2004 - 06.2006
General Laborer and Painter
AFAB
05.2000 - 05.2010
Associate of General Studies - General Studies
Johnson County Community College