Dontez McDaniel
Las Vegas
Summary
Skilled in food preparation and inventory management, I excel in fast-paced environments, evidenced by my impactful tenure at Popeyes where I enhanced kitchen efficiency and staff productivity. My adeptness in sanitation practices and team collaboration, coupled with a strong customer service ethos, significantly elevated dining experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Popeyes
Las Vegas
01.2025 - Current
- Cook
- Food prep
- Clean
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
- Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
Crew Member
Wendys Restaurant
Las Vegas
03.2021 - 12.2024
- Cook
- clean
- cashier
- Server
- Customer service
- Maintenance
- Assistant manager
- Wiped down tables and equipment, swept and refilled stock.
- Maintained an organized work area to ensure efficient operations.
- Welcomed and thanked guests to demonstrate appreciation for patronage.
- Checked expiration dates on all products before serving them to customers.
- Demonstrated proper food safety practices by accurately completing quality control checklist.
- Presented orders to guests within anticipated service times.
- Stored food in designated areas following wrapping, dating, food safety and rotation procedures.
- Provided excellent customer service to maintain a positive atmosphere for guests.
- Cleaned restaurant area by sweeping floors, wiping tables and emptying trash receptacles.
- Maintained safe food handling practices to prevent germ spread.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of store policies regarding payments, returns and exchanges.
- Monitored quality of food served to ensure it met company standards for presentation and temperature.
- Assisted in the preparation of food items such as sandwiches, salads and pizzas.
- Scrubbed and polished counters to remove debris and food.
- Warmly greeted visitors to promote great customer service and positive ordering experience.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Prepared beverages such as coffee drinks, smoothies and milkshakes according to company standards.
- Chopped ingredients and prepped food items ahead of lunchtime and dinner rush periods.
- Maintained organized storage areas for food products, beverages and restaurant supplies.
- Greeted customers upon arrival, provided menus and answered questions regarding menu items.
- Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
- Organized dining room tables with condiments, napkins and other necessities prior to seating guests.
- Processed cash and credit card payments, promptly returning receipts, coin, bills and payment cards to customers.
- Served food and beverages at take-out counters to provide fast service to waiting guests.
- Directed patrons to restrooms and other amenities within facility.
- Followed all safety guidelines while operating equipment such as slicers, fryers and ovens.
- Packaged menu items into bags or trays and placed drink orders into carriers.
- Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
- Informed customers about daily specials in an engaging manner.
- Adhered to health department regulations regarding food handling procedures.
- Packed fast food products in approved containers, cups, and bags.
- Answered phone calls promptly to provide accurate information about menu items or prices.
- Drove team success by quickly completing assigned tasks.
- Assembled and served meals according to specific guest requirements.
- Stocked shelves and cases with new or transferred items.
- Notified kitchen staff of shortages or special orders, prompting appropriate action and keeping wait times short.
- Interacted pleasantly with guests to deliver quality customer service.
- Educated customers on menu items, product ingredients and nutritional values.
- Restocked kitchen supplies including food products and utensils.
- Restocked napkins, condiments and utensils at self-service areas during slow periods.
- Oversaw inventory in buffet and reported replacement needs to kitchen management.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Took orders from patrons and input selections into store computer system.
- Entered orders into computer system to send order details to kitchen, mentioning customers' special requests and food allergies in person.
- Processed takeout orders quickly to ensure timely delivery of meals.
- Brewed and served coffee and tea with preferred add-ins.
- Kept restaurant lobby, front counter and restrooms neat and clean throughout shift.
- Assisted management team with inventory counts of food products and beverage supplies.
- Upheld high standards of productivity and quality in operations.
- Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Prepared quality products while maintaining portion control and presentation within service goal times.
Assembly Line Production Worker
PGS
Las Vegas
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Supervised team of assembly employees, maintaining safety and cultivating productive atmosphere.
- Supervised assembler teams and trained or oriented new employees on procedures.
- Completed accurate assembly work by positioning and aligning components.
- Collaborated with team members to complete demanding projects under tight deadlines.
- Organized production line equipment and materials for assembly tasks.
- Created and maintained production schedules based on employee productivity, company needs and seasonal plans.
- Inspected finished parts and components to enforce QA standards and uncover defects prior to packaging.
- Performed quality checks on products and documented discrepancies.
- Assembled components according to established procedures and safety protocols.
- Placed products in equipment or on work surfaces for further processing, inspecting or wrapping.
- Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins according to predetermined sequence.
- Assembled components by examining connections for correct fit, fastening parts and subassemblies.
- Boxed, labeled and moved items to keep production lines moving swiftly.
- Tested completed products for proper functioning before shipping them out.
Education
GED -
Martin Luther King Jr High
Detroit, MI06-2014
Skills
- Food preparation
- Inventory management
- Sanitation practices
- Cooking techniques
- Equipment operation
- Menu planning
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Quality control
- Staff training
- Food safety
- Effective planner
- Cooking
- Food presentation
- Labor management
- Food spoilage prevention
- Food plating
- Food pairing
- Cleaning and organization
- Food storage
- Ingredient inspection
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Food handling
- OSHA
- Frying
- Kitchen organization
- Problem-solving
- Stock management
- Grilling expertise
- Grilling
Timeline
Cook
Popeyes
01.2025 - Current
Assembly Line Production Worker
PGS
07.2022 - 01.2024
Crew Member
Wendys Restaurant
03.2021 - 12.2024
GED -
Martin Luther King Jr High