Desiree Freeman
Jackson,TN
Summary
Hardworking Machine Operator well-versed in keeping components running at peak levels to produce high-quality company products. Comfortable working alone or with team members to identify and resolve defects. Expert approach to tackling maintenance and inspection tasks. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Highly skilled server/bartender experienced in supporting restaurant operations. Maintained communication while working closely with servers, hosts and managers. Expert at providing exceptional customer service by quickly and energetically completing special requests.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deli/Dishwasher
Turnip Truck
Nashville, TN
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Ensured that workstations were kept neat and tidy throughout the shift.
- Followed proper procedures to clean large and unwieldy kitchen supplies.
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Restocked main kitchen areas with items from shelves, coolers and freezers.
- Swept and mopped floors at end of shift to comply with sanitary regulations.
- Sorted clean dishes in appropriate storage areas for easy and accessible use.
- Backed up kitchen team members during heavy work periods to maximize team coverage.
- Informed supervisors immediately if any machine malfunctions were observed during operation.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory used during shifts.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- daily inventory on items sold by the deli
- made sandwiches, juices, smoothies, wraps etc
Machine Operator
Proman Staffing / Can Do National Tape
Nashville, TN
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Read and understood blueprints, product specifications, and tooling instructions to plan correct operational sequences and prevent materials waste.
- Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives.
- Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
- Manipulated controls to set, activate and adjust mechanisms on machinery.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Maintain records of completed work and production data including volume produced and time required for each task.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Detected work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, maintaining apparatus to prevent future issues.
- Established and adjusted feed rates and cutting parameters to keep operations in line with production demands.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Collaborate with other departments when necessary for successful completion of projects.
Server/Bartender
Wings Etc
Jackson, TN
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
- Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
- Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
- Checked food before serving it to customers.
- Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Informed customers of daily specials and signature menu items.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lexington High School
Lexington, TN05-2010
Skills
- Materials Management
- Basic Math
- Regulatory Compliance
- Safety Compliance
- Equipment Monitoring
- Workplace Safety
- Machinery Operation
- Beverage Preparation
- Food Preparation
- Weights and Measurements
- Safe Food Handling Practices
- POS System Operation
- Health Codes Compliance
- Suggestive Selling
- Menu Memorization
- Food Service
- ABC Regulations
- Engaging Personality
- Cash and Credit Transactions
- New Hire Training
- Customer Service
Certification
- I have my ABC license
Timeline
Machine Operator
Proman Staffing / Can Do National Tape
10.2023 - 01.2024
Deli/Dishwasher
Turnip Truck
09.2023 - 10.2024
Server/Bartender
Wings Etc
05.2022 - 11.2022
High School Diploma -
Lexington High School
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