James Whitaker
Salado,TX
Summary
Dedicated professional with proven expertise in kitchen efficiency and safety, honed at Johnny's Steaks&bbq and other establishments. Excelled in multitasking and maintaining cleanliness, showcasing a strong work ethic and exceptional attention to detail. Skilled in training teams and enhancing operational workflows, significantly improving service delivery and compliance.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dishwasher
Johnny's Steaks&bbq
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
Shift Leader
Livelys Coffee House and Bistro
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, maintaining accurate records and minimizing discrepancies.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through prompt and courteous service, addressing concerns immediately.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
Cook
Sonic
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Automotive Mechanics
Universal Technical Institute
Austin, TX03-2025
High School Diploma -
Salado Highschool
Salado, TX06-2024
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Heavy lifting
- Problem-solving
- Efficient cleaning
- Stress tolerance
- Cleaning procedures
- Customer service excellence
Timeline
Dishwasher
Johnny's Steaks&bbq
02.2024 - 12.2024
Shift Leader
Livelys Coffee House and Bistro
12.2023 - 08.2024
Cook
Sonic
11.2021 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Automotive Mechanics
Universal Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Salado Highschool
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