Jadrienne Buchanon
Monroe,NC
Summary
Im a good worker and a quick learner Hardworking Kitchen Assistant well-versed in food preparation techniques and inventory management to maintain consistent stock of needed supplies. Shoulders multiple kitchen tasks in support of cooks and servers. Thrives in busy environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Assistant
The Spot bar & Lounge
2018.06 - Current
- Expedited orders during peak times by efficiently organizing customer tickets according to priority.
- Lifted and carried heavy materials.
- Monitored inventory deliveries to minimize product losses and prep for service.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
Package Handler
FedEx Ground
2019.09 - 2020.01
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors to provide information on delays and issues with shipments.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
- Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
Assistant Manager
mezeh mediterranean grill
2023.05 - 2023.09
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Implemented staff training programs, enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills.
Assistant Manager
CAVA
2022.11 - 2023.05
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
- Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
- Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
Dietary Aide/Cook
Lake park nursing home
2019.05 - 2020.01
- Portioned and wrapped food to place directly on plates for service to patrons.
- Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating, and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
- Monitored food quality and freshness throughout day.
- Assisted in the preparation of nutritious meals for patients with various medical conditions and dietary restrictions.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Followed safety and sanitation policies while handling food and beverages to uphold proper health standards.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
Extraction
ManPower
2015.04 - 2019.09
- Open mail and process it.
Dietary Aide/Cook
Mecklenburg Healthcare Center
2017.04 - 2018.03
- Prepare desserts drinks tickets send trays out
Janitor
ATL&C Cleaning
2015.11 - 2016.06
- Cleaning banks
Laundry Worker
Monroe Rehabilitation Center
2015.07 - 2016.03
- Maintained safety practices at all times to protect personnel and laundry loads.
- Improved laundry facility efficiency by implementing a streamlined sorting system.
- Achieved cost savings through proper handling of chemicals and detergents, minimizing waste during the laundering process.
- Kept detailed equipment service records for employee reference.
- Cleaned machine filters and lubricated equipment.
- Operated machines correctly by following machine instructions and safety regulations.
Sales Associate
Dollar tree
2015.07 - 2015.12
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
- Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
Sales Associate
African Images
2011.10 - 2015.05
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
- Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
Janitorial Worker
Green's Commercial Cleaning
2014.07 - 2014.11
- Clean bathrooms mop floors sweep floors take trash out
Cashier
Burger King
2013.03 - 2013.07
- Take orders and handled money
Sleeve Beading
Duco Ceramics
2011.05 - 2012.09
- Put the ceramic beads on a metal rod and put them in sleeves
Cashier/Customer Service
McDonald's
2005.04 - 2006.08
- Take orders and handled money
Education
Associate's degree - Business administration accounting
American National University
Salem, VA10.2026
COSMETOLOGY -
EMPIRE BEAUTY SCHOOL
Matthews, NC01.2016
CERTIFICATE - SMALL BUSINESS
SOUTH PIEDMONT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Monroe, NC01.2014
GED -
SOUTH PIEDMONT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Monroe, NC01.2013
DIPLOMA - MASSAGE THERAPY
ASHWORTH COLLEGE
Norcross, GA01.2010
Skills
- Quickbooks
- Communication Skills For Success in the Workplace
- Introduction To Allied Health Professions
- Medisoft
- Medical Office Administration
- Basic Web Design
- Technology Awareness
- Medical terminology
- Dietary Aide Experience
- Laundry
- Commercial Cleaning
- Custodial Experience
- Food Preparation
- Kitchen Experience
- Cooking
- Pharmacy Technician Experience
- Customer service
- Food service
- Microsoft Office
- Dietary aide experience
- Supervising experience
- Hospitality
- Cash handling
- Cash register
- Sales
Certification
ServSafe Food Handler, 01/01/23, 08/01/25
Timeline
Assistant Manager
mezeh mediterranean grill
2023.05 - 2023.09
Assistant Manager
CAVA
2022.11 - 2023.05
Package Handler
FedEx Ground
2019.09 - 2020.01
Dietary Aide/Cook
Lake park nursing home
2019.05 - 2020.01
Kitchen Assistant
The Spot bar & Lounge
2018.06 - Current
Dietary Aide/Cook
Mecklenburg Healthcare Center
2017.04 - 2018.03
Janitor
ATL&C Cleaning
2015.11 - 2016.06
Laundry Worker
Monroe Rehabilitation Center
2015.07 - 2016.03
Sales Associate
Dollar tree
2015.07 - 2015.12
Extraction
ManPower
2015.04 - 2019.09
Janitorial Worker
Green's Commercial Cleaning
2014.07 - 2014.11
Cashier
Burger King
2013.03 - 2013.07
Sales Associate
African Images
2011.10 - 2015.05
Sleeve Beading
Duco Ceramics
2011.05 - 2012.09
Cashier/Customer Service
McDonald's
2005.04 - 2006.08
Associate's degree - Business administration accounting
American National University
COSMETOLOGY -
EMPIRE BEAUTY SCHOOL
CERTIFICATE - SMALL BUSINESS
SOUTH PIEDMONT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
GED -
SOUTH PIEDMONT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
DIPLOMA - MASSAGE THERAPY
ASHWORTH COLLEGE
ServSafe Food Handler, 01/01/23, 08/01/25
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