Reading, baking, music, and gaming
Jessica Parrish
Bloomington,IN
Summary
Dedicated and dynamic Food Service Worker with a proven track record at IU Health Bloomington Hospital, excelling in safe food handling and staff training. Demonstrated ability to enhance customer satisfaction through effective communication and meticulous attention to food safety standards. Skilled in both food preparation and creating positive dining experiences, consistently contributing to team success and operational efficiency.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Service Worker
IU Health Bloomington Hospital
09.2024 - Current
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Operated dishwashing and sanitizing equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to enhance service.
- Handled cash transactions and point-of-sale operations to assist dining room staff during busy service periods.
- Set up and broke down food service lines quickly to maintain service flow.
- Prepared and served various food and drink items to customer specifications in fast-paced environments.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas.
- Utilized POS system to receive and process food and beverage orders.
- Cross-trained in other kitchen positions to support staff and meet customer needs and demands.
- Followed safety and sanitation policies while handling food and beverages to uphold proper health standards.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
- Monitored food quality and freshness throughout day.
- Adjusted food preparation methods in accordance with customer requests.
- Greeted customers and answered inquiries regarding menu items and specials.
- Processed customer payments and balanced cash drawers.
Food Preparation Worker
Panera Bread
12.2022 - 08.2024
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Sanitized work surfaces between food preparation, avoiding cross-contamination and maintaining food safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
- Packaged and stored food products following proper handling and preservation methods.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Guaranteed customer satisfaction by quickly delivering orders.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Managed time to juggle multiple meal preparations simultaneously and complete job duties on time.
- Demonstrated punctuality and reliability in consistently arriving for scheduled shifts to meet service demands.
- Organized and re-stocked various stations and self-service items.
- Maintained organization in kitchen to keep track of multiple tasks and prepare meals correctly.
- Supported kitchen team by being responsive and pitching in to complete tasks.
- Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Hospitality Administration And Management, Baking
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Bloomington, IN05-2026
Skills
- Order review
- Food assembly
- ServSafe
- Work station setup
- Work station sanitation
- Staff training and development
- Problem-solving
- Plate presentation
- Food rotation
- Positive attitude
- Safe food handling
- Food preparation
- Cash handling experience
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
ServSafe Certification
Hobbies
Member of the Bloomington Community Band and the Swing Time Big Band. I play the trombone. I like to read, and play World of Warcraft with my mom and sister.
Interests
Timeline
Food Service Worker
IU Health Bloomington Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Food Preparation Worker
Panera Bread
12.2022 - 08.2024
ServSafe Certification
Associate of Applied Science - Hospitality Administration And Management, Baking
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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