I am a detail-oriented individual with experience in customer service and food preparation. During my shifts I am able to maintain clean work places and follow my employers safety standards effectively. I am able to work well in fast-paced environments, allowing me to multitask and actively learn new skills to better my performance.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Hostess
Mangia Ristorante and Cafe
Orchard Park, NY
02.2025 - 09.2025
Greeted and seated guests promptly, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
Monitored dining area for cleanliness, ensuring compliance with health standards.
Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
Prepared dining room for service by cleaning , organizing tables and placing table settings.
Managed seating chart and monitored activity in restaurant to keep constant and efficient dining flow.
Food Preparer
Kornerstone Cafe and Juice Bar
East Aurora, NY
05.2024 - 05.2025
Prepared fresh ingredients for menu items following standard recipes and portion guidelines.
Operated kitchen equipment, including blenders and food processors, ensuring safety and efficiency.
Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies, and minimizing waste effectively.
Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
Dishwasher
Kornerstone Cafe and Juice Bar
East Aurora, NY
01.2024 - 05.2025
Implemented efficient washing routines, reducing overall turnaround time for clean dishes.
Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
Assisted with basic food preparation tasks as needed, helping expedite meal service for guests.
Maintained cleanliness and sanitation in kitchen, contributing to healthy working environment by rigorously following cleaning schedules.
Assisted in food storage organization, labeling and dating food items for easy retrieval and rotation.
Washed dishes and assisted in bussing tables.
Delivered washed dishes to various stations throughout restaurant to help team stay productive and focused on customer needs.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Public Health With A Management Minor
University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY
05-2029
High School Diploma -
Orchard Park High School
Orchard Park, NY
06-2025
Skills
Customer service
Cleanliness and hygiene
Strong multitasking
Active learning
Timeline
Restaurant Hostess
Mangia Ristorante and Cafe
02.2025 - 09.2025
Food Preparer
Kornerstone Cafe and Juice Bar
05.2024 - 05.2025
Dishwasher
Kornerstone Cafe and Juice Bar
01.2024 - 05.2025
Bachelor's Degree - Public Health With A Management Minor