Joshua Sanders
Forest,VA
Summary
Dynamic and highly motivated professional with a strong background in food service and retail, notably at Northern Neck Brewing. Proven expertise in food safety and exceptional customer service, consistently enhancing customer satisfaction. Recognized for attention to detail and effective time management, driving team success and operational efficiency.
Developed skills in fast-paced retail environments, ready to transition into new field. Demonstrates keen ability to connect with customers and facilitate positive interactions. Committed to leveraging these transferrable skills in dynamic and collaborative setting.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Northern Neck Brewing
04.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes during peak hours.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items and special requests from customers.
- Implemented proper food handling techniques to comply with health regulations.
- Collaborated with team members in making a new special weekly, and maintaining quality of each order.
Sales Associate/Cook
Kinsale Market
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted customers with product selection and questions to improve the shopping experience.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays to optimize product visibility and accessibility.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, ensuring accurate cash handling.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals and improve customer satisfaction ratings.
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes following the Market's recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
Cashier
Pooja Fuel Inc
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Maintain clean and organized checkout areas to enhance customer experience.
- Assist in inventory management by conducting regular stock counts and reporting discrepancies.
- Maintained a stocked a organized sales floor and drink cooler.
- Made nightly deposits, counted lottery, and completed gas readings daily.
- Responsible for operating the store alone nightly, and maintaining a clean work environment.
Team Lead
Dollar General Market
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Supervised daily team operations to ensure workflow efficiency.
- Facilitated training for new team members, enhancing skill development and productivity.
- Coordinated daily task assignments, and followed up to ensure all work was completed.
- Completed a nightly deposit to ensure that all money was accounted for.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rappahannock High School
Warsaw, VA06-2019
Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Customer service
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Food safety knowledge
Timeline
Line Cook
Northern Neck Brewing
04.2025 - Current
Sales Associate/Cook
Kinsale Market
07.2024 - Current
Cashier
Pooja Fuel Inc
09.2022 - 03.2023
Team Lead
Dollar General Market
03.2022 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Rappahannock High School