Gidget Howell
New York,NY
Summary
Hardworking and motivated individual seeking a challenging position that will utilize my skills and experience. Productive worker with solid work ethic who exerts optimal effort in successfully completing tasks. Flexible team member, able to work in an environment as a team player.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Preparation Worker
Whole Foods
New York, NY
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Prepared high-quality food items following safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Operated kitchen equipment, ensuring proper functionality and maintenance.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking stock levels and minimizing waste.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes.
Head Chef
Children's Aide Society
New York, NY, USA
04.1995 - 08.2017
- Manage day-to-day operations of the kitchen
- Develop menu and prepare a wide variety of foods
- Oversee and participate in food preparation and production
- Determine quantities to be cooked and servings to be served
- Keep food expenditure within budget
- Coach, teach and train kitchen staff
- Ensure that the kitchen staff is attired correctly and following the restaurant's guidelines
- Ensure proper sanitation standards
Head Chef
Children's Aide Society
New York, NY, USA
04.1995 - 08.2017
- Manage day-to-day operations of the kitchen
- Develop menu and prepare a wide variety of foods
- Oversee and participate in food preparation and production
- Determine quantities to be cooked and servings to be served
- Keep food expenditure within budget
- Coach, teach and train kitchen staff
- Ensure that the kitchen staff is attired correctly and following the restaurant's guidelines
- Ensure proper sanitation standards
Waitress
Wilsons Restaurant & Bakery
New York, NY, USA
01.1991 - 06.1993
- Relayed orders to the kitchen and follow up on them periodically
- Ascertained that appropriate portioning has been done before serving to customers
- Served orders and inquire into customers' needs for additional beverages or food items
- Provided customers with bills and process their payments
- Ensured proper cleanliness and maintenance of the restaurant, including cleaning tables and chairs
- Welcome customers as they approach the counter and present them menus
- Assist customers in choosing items from the menu by providing them with information on ingredients and cooking styles
- Take orders for food items and beverages and provide customers with billing information
- Process cash and credit card transactions and tender change and receipts
- Follow up on orders and assist in packing prepared orders
Waitress
Wilsons Restaurant & Bakery
New York, NY, USA
01.1991 - 06.1993
- Relayed orders to the kitchen and follow up on them periodically
- Ascertained that appropriate portioning has been done before serving to customers
- Served orders and inquire into customers' needs for additional beverages or food items
- Provided customers with bills and process their payments
- Ensured proper cleanliness and maintenance of the restaurant, including cleaning tables and chairs
- Welcome customers as they approach the counter and present them menus
- Assist customers in choosing items from the menu by providing them with information on ingredients and cooking styles
- Take orders for food items and beverages and provide customers with billing information
- Process cash and credit card transactions and tender change and receipts
- Follow up on orders and assist in packing prepared orders
Cashier
Bo jangles Restaurant
New York, NY, USA
05.1987 - 07.1989
Cashier
Bo jangles Restaurant
New York, NY, USA
05.1987 - 07.1989
Waitress/Cashier
Chock-Full-O- Nuts
New York, NY, USA
01.1985 - 02.1985
Waitress/Cashier
Chock-Full-O- Nuts
New York, NY, USA
01.1985 - 02.1985
Education
GED -
Culinary Arts Park West
525 W 50th St, New York, NY 10019Skills
- Communication
- Organizational skills
- Self-motivation
- Team leadership
- Issue resolution
- Multitasking
- Customer relations
- Sales abilities
- Interpersonal relations
- Crisis management
- Productivity optimization
- Work ethic
Qualifications Summary
Hardworking and motivated individual seeking a challenging position that will utilize my skills and experience. Productive worker with solid work ethic who exerts optimal effort in successfully completing tasks. Flexible team member, able to work in an environment as a team player.
Certification
-Certified cook
-Certified Patient Care Assistant
Timeline
Food Preparation Worker
Whole Foods
07.2023 - 05.2024
Head Chef
Children's Aide Society
04.1995 - 08.2017
Head Chef
Children's Aide Society
04.1995 - 08.2017
Waitress
Wilsons Restaurant & Bakery
01.1991 - 06.1993
Waitress
Wilsons Restaurant & Bakery
01.1991 - 06.1993
Cashier
Bo jangles Restaurant
05.1987 - 07.1989
Cashier
Bo jangles Restaurant
05.1987 - 07.1989
Waitress/Cashier
Chock-Full-O- Nuts
01.1985 - 02.1985
Waitress/Cashier
Chock-Full-O- Nuts
01.1985 - 02.1985
GED -
Culinary Arts Park West