Ja'Lecia Reese
Tampa
Summary
Motivated college student with hands-on experience in customer service, food preparation, and team leadership. Demonstrated reliability as a cashier at Dunkin' Donuts and as a sous chef leading peers at Howard W. Blake Cafe. Committed to pursuing studies in veterinary science and marine biology while consistently exceeding employer expectations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Night Shift Manager
RaceTrac
Riverview
06.2024 - Current
- Supervised night shift operations to ensure smooth workflow and efficiency.
- Managed team schedules and assigned tasks to optimize staff performance.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
Cashier/Customer Service
Dunkin' Donuts
Tampa
10.2020 - Current
- Greeted every customer with a smile, ensuring positive customer experiences and accurate order fulfillment
- Demonstrated commitment to personal growth by actively seeking feedback from supervisors
Food Service Worker
Moffitt Cancer Center
Tampa
06.2022 - 05.2026
- Prepared and served nutritious meals to patients and staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in food service areas.
- Followed safety and sanitation guidelines in food preparation.
Server
Colorado State University Dining Hall
Fort Collins
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Maintained high standards of sanitation and cleanliness to ensure food safety
- Served customers efficiently, processed transactions as cashier, and prepped food to support daily operations
- Stocked supplies and cleaned work areas, contributing to smooth dining hall operations
Student, sous chef
Howard W. Blake Cafe
Tampa
08.2014 - 05.2019
- Led cooks during shifts, enhancing teamwork and streamlining kitchen operations
- Cooked and took orders, delivering timely and accurate meal preparation
- Practiced strict sanitation protocols and prepped ingredients to maintain food safety standards
- Called in food orders and stocked supplies, ensuring optimal inventory levels
Education
Colorado State University
Tampa, FLHigh School Diploma -
Howard W. Blake High School
Tampa, FLSkills
- Operational Oversight
- Inventory Management
- Order Fulfillment
- Service Management
- Team Leadership
- Employee training
- Communication
- Customer service
- Time management
- Cash handling
- Problem solving
- Organizational Skills
Timeline
Night Shift Manager
RaceTrac
06.2024 - Current
Food Service Worker
Moffitt Cancer Center
06.2022 - 05.2026
Cashier/Customer Service
Dunkin' Donuts
10.2020 - Current
Server
Colorado State University Dining Hall
08.2019 - 12.2019
Student, sous chef
Howard W. Blake Cafe
08.2014 - 05.2019
Colorado State University
High School Diploma -
Howard W. Blake High School