Jessica Reyes
Olton,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented Culinary Professional experienced in food preparation and cleaning within fast-paced kitchen environments. Delivered high-quality service by maintaining cleanliness standards and managing inventory effectively while adapting to changing menu requirements. Committed to food safety and customer satisfaction through teamwork and efficient multitasking.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook's Assistant
Anna's Mexican Restaurant
Olton, Texas
02.2026 - Current
- Supported cooks during peak hours by preparing ingredients and assembling dishes.
- Assisted in food preparation following restaurant recipes and safety guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Operated kitchen tools such as mixers, slicers, and fryers under supervision.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient kitchen workflow during service.
Shift Leader
Dairy Queen
Olton, Texas
01.2021 - 10.2024
- Supervised team members during shifts to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Trained new employees on customer service standards and operational procedures.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain satisfaction and loyalty.
- Provided exceptional customer service and maintained a positive attitude throughout the shift.
- Coordinated shift schedules to optimize staffing according to peak hours.
- Monitored employee performance to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Ensured staff was properly trained on all aspects of their job duties, including safety protocols.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored activities and task completion.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed for daily operations.
- Monitored food safety practices to comply with health regulations consistently.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of the dining area and workstations.
- Supervised the cleaning of dining areas, restrooms, kitchen equipment, and floors in order to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for customers and staff alike.
- Assisted in training new employees on shift operations.
- Verified that cash drawers contained correct amounts of money during opening and closing shifts.
- Positioned skilled staff in key areas throughout shift to optimize department productivity.
- Assisted in promotional events to enhance customer engagement and sales experiences.
- Planned and managed resources to consistently meet production, quality, and cost goals.
- Analyzed sales data on a weekly basis in order to identify trends or opportunities for improvement.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
Education
BBA - Science And Business Administration
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO 07.2019 - 10.2021
Olton High School
Olton, TexasSkills
- Ingredient preparation
- Recipe execution
- Food safety compliance
- Safe food handling
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Grilling
- Frying Skills
- Shift supervision
- Staff training
- Team coordination
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Work coordination
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Sweeping and mopping
- Certified in [area of certification]
- Problem-solving
Certification
Food Handler Certificate
Timeline
Cook's Assistant
Anna's Mexican Restaurant
02.2026 - Current
Shift Leader
Dairy Queen
01.2021 - 10.2024
BBA - Science And Business Administration
Colorado Technical University
07.2019 - 10.2021
Olton High School