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Overview
Work History
Education
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Heaven McCoy

Hawthorne,CA

Summary

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

PF Changs
05.2023 - 06.2024
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.

Barista

HMS Host International
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Supported training efforts for new hires, sharing knowledge of coffee making techniques and customer service standards.
  • Completed successful daily cash audits to correctly balance drawers at end of shifts.
  • Collaborated with management to plan promotional events or seasonal menu items that attracted new clientele.
  • Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.

Barista

Starbucks
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
  • Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
  • Educated customers on coffee offerings, promoting upselling opportunities and enhancing their overall experience.
  • Completed successful daily cash audits to correctly balance drawers at end of shifts.
  • Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.

Tea Guide

DAVID'S TEA
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.

Barback/Utility

HMS Host
05.2019 - 09.2019
  • Assisted bartenders with drink preparation tasks, resulting in faster service for patrons.
  • Maintained cleanliness of all bar areas according to health department standards through diligent sanitation practices.
  • Restocked ice, condiments, and snacks.
  • Assisted with inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels of liquor, beer, wine, garnishes, and other bar supplies.
  • Replaced empty kegs and soda syrups.
  • Coordinated with servers and bartenders to maintain smooth operation of bar area.
  • Proactively communicated with bartenders and other staff members about low inventory or equipment issues, leading to timely resolution of potential problems.

Cook

Smashburger
01.2019 - 06.2019
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.

Barista

Starbucks
05.2018 - 03.2019
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
  • Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
  • Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
  • Educated customers on coffee offerings, promoting upselling opportunities and enhancing their overall experience.
  • Adhered to strict food hygiene regulations, minimizing risk of contamination or illness among customers.
  • Increased repeat business by providing exceptional customer service and building rapport with patrons.
  • Kept up-to-date with industry trends, incorporating new ideas into drink preparation and presentation.
  • Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
  • Followed exact recipes for mixing and preparing beverage and food items.
  • Explained beverage preparation and offered samples to help customers choose ideal items.
  • Restocked display cases with attractive arrangements to promote specialty food items like bagels and muffins.

Cashier

The Home Depot
02.2017 - 08.2017
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.

Courtesy Clerk

Ralphs
09.2016 - 07.2017
  • Bagged customer items efficiently using proper techniques to protect delicate items and separate different groups of merchandise.
  • Maintained cleanliness of store premises, resulting in an inviting shopping environment for customers.
  • Helped customers take merchandise out of store and loaded items into vehicles.
  • Helped maintain a positive store image by keeping entranceways clean, clear, and welcoming for customers.
  • Returned unwanted items to correct store locations and restocked shelves.
  • Assisted customers with large purchases by carrying items to vehicles.
  • Improved customer experience by offering assistance with locating products throughout the store when needed.
  • Collected more than 50 shopping carts from parking lot daily and cleaned and dried soiled and wet carts.
  • Addressed customer needs for price checks and merchandise retrieval from upper shelves or stockroom.
  • Assisted elderly or disabled customers with loading groceries into vehicles upon request, demonstrating compassion and care in all interactions.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a well-organized and efficient work area.

Education

GED -

Maxine Water Preparation Center
Los Angeles, CA

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Highly motivated
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Professional Attitude
  • Reliable and Trustworthy
  • Problem-Solving
  • Kitchen Sanitization
  • Following cooking method's
  • Stock Rotation
  • Portioning
  • Food Preparing, Plating, and Presentation
  • Food Handler Certification

Timeline

Line Cook

PF Changs
05.2023 - 06.2024

Barista

HMS Host International
01.2023 - 05.2023

Barista

Starbucks
08.2021 - 12.2021

Tea Guide

DAVID'S TEA
08.2019 - 03.2020

Barback/Utility

HMS Host
05.2019 - 09.2019

Cook

Smashburger
01.2019 - 06.2019

Barista

Starbucks
05.2018 - 03.2019

Cashier

The Home Depot
02.2017 - 08.2017

Courtesy Clerk

Ralphs
09.2016 - 07.2017

GED -

Maxine Water Preparation Center
Heaven McCoy