John Allen
Vancouver
Summary
I am a dependable, goal-oriented team player with a relentless drive to expand knowledge and expertise. I am known for punctuality, eagerness to learn, and an unwavering hunger for growth and advancement. Open to relocation opportunities anywhere.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Service Worker
PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines.
- Greeted customers and answered inquiries regarding menu items and specials.
- Cut, sliced and ground meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
- Set up and broke down food service lines quickly to maintain service flow.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers and coworkers to enhance service.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients in preparation for busy periods.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
Department Manager
Old Spaghetti Factory
12.2023 - 10.2024
- Prepared dishes for catering events or during high-volume shifts.
- Arranged and removed tables, chairs and decorations to prepare facilities for events such as meetings and banquets.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees.
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Utilized affable nature to build positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions while maintaining professionalism.
Assistant Manager
Shari's Cafe and Pies
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
Shift Leader
Five Guys
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Resolved conflicts between employees to maintain positive and productive work environments.
- Addressed customer complaints with professional demeanor and used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve issues.
Grocery Manager
Safeway Incorporated
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
- Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
- Reviewed inventory levels and placed orders for products and merchandise for restocking purposes.
- Kept grocery team operations in strict compliance with workplace standards and food safety requirements to maintain optimal health protection.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Conducted interviews with participants to assess eligibility.
Education
GED -
Portland Community College
Portland, ORSkills
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Punctuality
- Attentiveness to Detail
- Strong Work Ethic
- Management and Scheduling
- Team Leader and Team Player
- Food Assembly
- Grilling and Cooking
- Work Station Setup
- Supply Inventory Management
- Empathy
- Quick Learner
- Customer Service
- Sales and Upselling
- Organization
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Stocking
- Food Preparation
- Serving
- Food Storage and Safety
- Equipment Maintenance
- Cash Register Operation
Certification
- ServSafe
- Food Handlers Card
- Washington Liquor License
Timeline
Food Service Worker
PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center
04.2025 - 07.2025
Department Manager
Old Spaghetti Factory
12.2023 - 10.2024
Assistant Manager
Shari's Cafe and Pies
10.2022 - 12.2023
Shift Leader
Five Guys
12.2021 - 10.2022
Grocery Manager
Safeway Incorporated
02.2020 - 12.2021
GED -
Portland Community College
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