Destiny Degroot
Stockton,CA
Summary
Skilled Kitchen Associate with proven background in food service and hospitality sectors. Experience includes preparation of meals, adherence to health and safety regulations, as well as maintaining cleanliness across kitchen areas. Strengths lie in ability to work under pressure, team collaboration, and high-level customer service skills. Previous roles have benefited from consistent quality control checks and efficient workflow management.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Associate
Thomas cuisine
Stockton, California
11.2024 - Current
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Assisted kitchen staff with food preparation and organized ingredient storage to streamline workflow.
- Prepared and assembled meal trays to meet dietary specifications, ensuring compliance with health standards.
- Prepared dishes in a fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Trained and guided kitchen staff, enhancing service quality and team performance.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Understood 16 roles in the kitchen to improve workflow efficiency.
- Restocked supplies to ensure availability for customers.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
Assistant Food Service Manager
Raleys
Stockton, California
06.2022 - 10.2024
- Assisted in managing daily food service operations and staff scheduling.
- Coordinated inventory management and supply ordering for efficient service.
- Monitored food preparation activities to ensure adherence to safety standards and regulations.
- Trained new staff on food safety standards and service procedures.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels and ordered supplies regularly.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization regarding food service needs.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels, ordering supplies as needed.
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
Tracy, CA
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to efficiently receive and transport items between warehouse locations.
- Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
- Labeled and moved customer orders accurately, ensuring timely shipments and reducing errors.
- Processed over 1,000 customer orders daily in fast-paced warehouse environment.
Cashier
Jack In The Box
Ripon, CA
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Greeted over 90 customer’s per day
- Greeted customers warmly at checkout to create a welcoming atmosphere.
- Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
- Resolved customer complaints and ensured organized, clean checkout area to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Counted money in drawers at the beginning and end of each shift.
Optometrist Assistant
Dr. Hall, Jack
Modesto, CA
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Input patient information and exam findings into electronic medical records system to facilitate accurate record-keeping.
- Conducted pretest procedures to gather data before the exam and make eye appointments more efficient and productive.
- Educated patients on medications, procedures, and care plan instructions to enhance understanding and adherence.
- Coordinated with patients to resolve inquiries, schedule appointments, and clarify billing questions, ensuring a seamless patient experience.
- Assisted in diagnostic and technical treatment procedures by setting up and operating specialized medical equipment, contributing to effective patient care.
Education
HR Management - Management
Fresno City College
Fresno, CA 08.2024 - 09.2026
Ripon High School
Ripon, CASkills
- Food safety standards
- Inventory management
- Employee training
- Customer support
- Cash Register Operation
- Collaborative work
- Adaptability
- Communication skills
Skills
- Order Picking and Processing
- Materials Handling and Transport
- Patient Care
Timeline
Kitchen Associate
Thomas cuisine
11.2024 - Current
HR Management - Management
Fresno City College
08.2024 - 09.2026
Assistant Food Service Manager
Raleys
06.2022 - 10.2024
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
05.2020 - 06.2021
Cashier
Jack In The Box
05.2018 - 08.2018
Optometrist Assistant
Dr. Hall, Jack
05.2017 - 08.2017
Ripon High School