Kitchen Staff Member and Cashier
Panera Bread
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted in food preparation, ensuring adherence to safety and hygiene standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently while maintaining cleanliness and organization.
- Supported team members during peak hours, contributing to smooth service flow.
- Learned recipes and cooking techniques under supervision from experienced chefs.
- Maintained a clean workspace, following sanitation protocols diligently throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with colleagues to streamline food assembly processes for quicker service.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Increased overall kitchen productivity by assisting in multiple stations as needed during busy shifts.
- Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using POS systems.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer and balanced at end of shift.
- Assisted customers with inquiries, providing exceptional service.
- Handled returns and exchanges in accordance with store policies.
- Promoted store loyalty programs to customers to enhance engagement and repeat business.
- Managed cash drawer and financial transactions to maintain accurate store accounts.
- Monitored inventory at checkout, ensuring high-demand items were always in stock.
