Darnell Sumpter Jr
Southfield
Summary
Customer service professional skilled in multitasking and time management, consistently delivering positive experiences to clients.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Market Square Grocery Store
08.2024 - Current
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Minimized food waste through proper storage and regular monitoring of ingredient expiration dates.
- Provided support during peak business hours, ensuring smooth service flow while maintaining high-quality output.
- Practiced knife skills to improve cutting precision and efficiency during food preparation., resulting in precise cuts and reduced preparation time.
- Ensured clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by consistently sweeping, mopping, and removing trash.
- Trained and supported new kitchen staff to enhance team efficiency and integration.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
Pantry Cook
Andiamo Restaurant
12.2021 - 08.2024
- Created new pantry recipes that received positive feedback, expanding menu options and enhancing customer dining experience.
- Ensured timely preparation of all pantry items, allowing for efficient plating during peak service hours.
- Streamlined pantry organization and inventory management, improving overall kitchen efficiency.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to strict food safety guidelines.
- Communicated with servers and chef to expedite food delivery.
- Organized and replenished pantry supplies to ensure availability for kitchen staff. to maintain sufficient levels of food products at pantry station.
- Cleaned counters, shelves, walls, furniture and equipment in food service areas.
- Coordinated with fellow employees to meet guests' needs to support restaurant operation.
Legislator
Oakland University Student Congress
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Collaborated in team setting, offering support and guidance to achieve shared goals.
- Fostered respectful and friendly environment, assisting colleagues to enhance team cohesion.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Successfully managed tasks under tight deadlines in fast-paced environment, ensuring timely completion.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Philosophy
Oakland University
Rochester, MI12-2026
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Efficient multitasking
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Continuous learning
- Highly motivated
- Continuous learning
- Efficient multitasking
Affiliations
- St. John Fisher Catholic Church
- Catholic Church student leader
Hobbies and Interests
- Playing Sports
- Fashion and Style
- I enjoy cooking
- watch collecting
- researching luxury watches
- architecture
- Martial Arts
Timeline
Prep Cook
Market Square Grocery Store
08.2024 - Current
Legislator
Oakland University Student Congress
01.2024 - 04.2024
Pantry Cook
Andiamo Restaurant
12.2021 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Philosophy
Oakland University