Engaged customers in conversation using effective interpersonal skills.
Proposed strategies for menu improvement and cost reduction.
Prepared ingredients for menu items in accordance with recipes and standards.
BOH Team Member
Weems Ramen
Charleston, SC
09.2024 - Current
Engaged in regular team meetings to review upcoming events.
Prepared necessary ingredients including vegetables, meats, cheeses, and sauces.
Communicated with front-of-house staff regarding customer orders and special requests.
Assembled a range of flavorful dishes, including appetizers, side items, and main courses.
Substituted for or assisted other cooks during emergencies or rush periods.
Collaborated with team members to swiftly address kitchen issues.
Executed plans for minimizing food waste, promoting sustainability in operations.
Culinary Team Member
F.I.G.
Charleston, SC
11.2022 - 09.2024
Learned how to organize mise en place.
Experience working in fast-paced environments.
Acquired line-cooking experience.
Experience writing prep lists.
Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
Housekeeping Team Leader
Wild Dunes
Isle of Palms, SC
12.2021 - 11.2022
Shuttle van experience.
Can clean, strip and service rooms.
Experience using Hotsos and SMS.
FOH Team Member
Mozzo Deli & Caterer
Charleston, SC
11.2021 - 05.2022
Looked for ways to serve without direction and regularly pitched in by cleaning up and organizing front area, replenishing condiments and napkins during busy times.
Polished up my customer service skills.
Multi-tasked during service.
Chopped ingredients and prepped food to help catch us up when behind.
Polished up barista skills.
Manager
Vicious Biscuit
Mount Pleasant, SC
12.2018 - 11.2021
Experience following recipes and prepping for service.
Trained new employees in multiple positions.
Excelled at supporting others during service.
Willingness to always learn and improve skills.
Experience handling high volume while short staffed.
Basic Bartending and Barista experience.
Acquired line cooking experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Timberland High School
Saint Stephen, SC
05.2017
Skills
Reliable and Trustworthy
Work Ethic
Active Listening
Team Leadership
Issue and Conflict Resolution
Food Preparation
Recipe Adherence
Food Storage
Teamwork and Collaboration
Willingness to Learn
Cleaning and Sanitizing
Flexible and Adaptable
References
Vicious Biscuit: Michael Greeley- Co-Owner/Creator of Vicious Biscuit
Phone number: (480) 299-7414
Mozzo Deli: Shannon Campbell- Owner of Mozzo Deli
Phone number: (843) 901-9845
Wild Dunes Resort: Emily Sweet- Former Manager
E-mail: Emily.Sweet@destinationhotels.com
Phone number: (856) 873-7010
The Front Porch Cafe and Creamery: Lorena Munoz- Owner of The Front Porch
Phone Number: (551) 574-1558
Weems Ramen: Weems Pendleton- Owner of Weems Ramen