Joel A Kennedy
Summary
Resourceful cook specializing in short order cooking and efficient meal preparation under tight deadlines. Demonstrates strong multitasking capabilities and thorough knowledge of food safety standards. Delivers high-quality meals promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction while optimizing kitchen operations and minimizing food waste.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Grill Cook
McDonald’s
Palmer
05.2026 - Current
- Operated grill equipment to deliver meals on time during high-volume service.
- Prepared and cooked food items following standardized recipes and safety guidelines.
- Maintained organized and clean grill area to uphold safety and health standards.
- Adhered to all health regulations while handling food products and ingredients.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to enhance cooking processes and improve workflow efficiency.
Cashier
Walmart
Ware
03.2025 - 11.2025
- Processed customer transactions using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer during shifts.
- Maintained cash drawer accuracy throughout shifts, ensuring accountability.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline checkout process and reduce wait times.
- Provided friendly service to create a welcoming shopping environment.
- Delivered friendly service to enhance customer experience and encourage repeat visits.
- Executed additional tasks based on management requests.
- Https://Walmart.com
Crew
Burger King
Waukesha
02.2020 - 11.2020
- Prepared food items following recipes and safety standards, ensuring quality and consistency.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including fryers, grills, and ovens, maintaining safe and efficient workflows.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen operations during peak hours, enhancing service speed.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations while performing daily tasks effectively.
- Kept restaurant lobby, front counter and restrooms neat and clean throughout shift.
- Https://Burger King.com
Education
Diploma - General Studies
Wauwatosa
WawatosaSkills
- Food preparation
- Grill operation
- Grill maintenance
- Food safety
- Kitchen safety
- Kitchen organization
- Inventory control
- Point-of-sale systems
- Customer service
- Customer care
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
Hobbies and Interests
- Customer service
- Cashier
- Retail
- Food services
- Food prep
References
- Nicole Griffith, Customer service, 4136128507
- Philip Griffith, Manufacturing, 413-277-5978
Languages
English, Fluent
Timeline
Grill Cook
McDonald’s
05.2026 - Current
Cashier
Walmart
03.2025 - 11.2025
Crew
Burger King
02.2020 - 11.2020
Diploma - General Studies
Wauwatosa