Dominic Damiano
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented professional with background in Food Service. Dedicated to delivering highest quality customer service. Expert at succeeding in high pressure environments while remaining calm. Safety-minded when carefully following food handling regulations and procedures.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prep Cook
Farelli's Wood-Fire Pizza
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
- Assisted with menu planning, incorporating seasonal ingredients for fresh and innovative dishes.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Returns Specialist
Amazon
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Streamlined returns process for increased efficiency and reduced processing time.
- Collaborated with team members to handle complex return cases, resulting in satisfactory outcomes for both customers and company.
- Expedited high volume of returns during peak seasons, maintaining a consistently organized workspace.
- Handled high-value item returns discreetly, ensuring proper security measures were followed throughout the process.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication with coworkers and supervisors, fostering teamwork within the department.
Dish Machine Operator
Annie Wright Private School
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Improved dish cleanliness by efficiently operating and maintaining the dish machine.
- Expedited food preparation for timely service by closely following chef''s instructions and prioritizing tasks.
- Stocked inventory efficiently, enabling seamless transition between meal services.
- Maintained a well-organized storage area for cleaning supplies to ensure easy access and efficient use of materials.
- Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
Deli Worker
Marlene’s Market and Deli
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Duties include slicing veggies and meat for sandwiches, preparing sauces for sandwiches, making sure bread is thawed, and preparing sandwiches for the cold case for customers to pick up and buy
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at the deli counter.
- Prepared custom sandwich orders, adhering to customer preferences while maintaining high-quality standards.
Host/Cashier
Shari’s Cafe and Pies
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Maintained a clean and welcoming atmosphere by quickly addressing spills and resetting tables after guest departure.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Assisted servers with food delivery during peak hours to ensure timely service for all guests.
- Making all pies needed for that day before leaving to go home.
Dish Machine Operator/Host
Elmer’s Family Restaurant, Host/DMO
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Maintained a sanitary work environment by consistently cleaning and sanitizing all surfaces, utensils, and equipment.
- Contributed to overall kitchen efficiency by promptly providing clean dishes, pots, pans, and utensils for use in food preparation.
- Promoted to a host position about 3 months into my time at Elmer's due to my efficiency and drive to learn.
- Using my social skills and customer service skills, I continuously created a great rapport with customers and great relationships with co-workers.
Education
Music Theory And Composition
Tacoma School Of The Arts
Tacoma, WAMount Tahoma High School
Tacoma, WAHigh School Diploma -
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA10.2021
Skills
- Dish Preparation
- Stock Rotation
- Kitchen Organization
- Ingredient Preparation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Quick-Learning
- Attention to Detail
- Safe Food Handling
Certification
- Food Handling Certification, Compass Group
Timeline
Prep Cook
Farelli's Wood-Fire Pizza
05.2023 - 11.2023
Returns Specialist
Amazon
12.2022 - 05.2023
Dish Machine Operator
Annie Wright Private School
01.2022 - 11.2022
Deli Worker
Marlene’s Market and Deli
05.2021 - 12.2021
Host/Cashier
Shari’s Cafe and Pies
09.2020 - 05.2021
Dish Machine Operator/Host
Elmer’s Family Restaurant, Host/DMO
08.2019 - 01.2020
Music Theory And Composition
Tacoma School Of The Arts
Mount Tahoma High School
High School Diploma -
Tacoma Community College