Imani Barnhill

• Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
• Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
• Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
• Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.

Saute/grill cook; Expediting orders; catering, Pantry

• Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
• Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
• Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
• Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
• Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
• Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
• Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
• Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.

• Resolved service-related problems and documented actions in system.
• Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
• Confirmed relevant guest information and payment methods to prevent fraud.
• Oversaw fast-paced front desk operations and guests' needs at busy facility.
• Welcomed each new arrival pleasantly and confirmed reservations and identification.
• Responded to guest inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.

• Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
• Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
• Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
• Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
• Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations.
• Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
• Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
• Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
• Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
• Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
• Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
• Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
• Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
• Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
• Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
• Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
• Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
• Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
• Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
• Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.

• Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
• Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
• Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
• Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
• Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
• Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
• Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
• Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
• Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
• Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
• Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
• Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
• Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
• Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
• Mixed dough, scaled breads, and cakes, fried doughnuts and performed baking duties.
• Maintained tidy and organized work area to comply with cleanliness standards.
• Measured and mixed ingredients accurately to assist in baking process.
• Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.