Justin Tenelema
Plainfield
Summary
Organized professional with superior work ethic and team player attitude. Exceptional quality control and inspection abilities. Commended for honesty, hard work and positive attitude. Comfortable standing for long periods of time and safely lifting heavy loads. Honest Cashier skilled at managing money, merchandising stock and assisting customers with locating desired items. Excellent oral and written communication, listening and time management skills with strong attention to detail and superior work ethic. Consistently accurate in drawer reconciliation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Prep Cook-Wonder
PREP COOK
Woodbridge
04.2025 - 02.2026
- Prepared ingredients by washing, chopping, and measuring diverse food items.
- Supported chefs in cooking processes while upholding food safety standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and kitchen equipment to support safe food preparation.
- Worked with team members to enhance meal preparation efficiency.
Movie Theater Employee
Cinemark Watchung and XD
09.2023 - 03.2025
- Checked tickets for authenticity and suitability for the event in question.
- Maintained clean and safe theater environment, fostering positive guest experiences.
- Assisted guests with special needs by providing seating accommodations.
- Advocated for operational changes that enhanced efficiency and increased profit margins.
- Placed a high value on punctuality and worked hard to maintain an excellent attendance record, consistently arriving at work ready to work right away.
- Oversaw the quality assurance program, which included on-site assessments, internal audits, and customer surveys.
- Researched industry trends using social media and online platforms.
Mentor
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
1670 US-22, Watchung, NJ 07069
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Developed program that inspired students to pursue higher education, increasing awareness of academic opportunities.
- Provided guidance and coping strategies for youth facing challenging issues.
- Facilitated daily activities for young people, providing homework assistance and engaging them in sports and arts to promote holistic development.
- Oversaw academic work of teachers and professors, ensuring adherence to quality standards and enhancing educational outcomes.
- Integrated technology into instruction to diversify learning experiences.
- Collaborated with parents to address educational priorities and resolve conflicts.
Restaurant Waiter
Istanbul Foodlovers
07.2020 - 03.2023
- Kept dining areas clean and organized to create welcoming atmosphere for guests.
- Answered customer inquiries, recommended menu items, and recorded orders accurately.
- Reset and cleaned tables promptly after customer departures to ensure swift service.
- Built strong relationships with regular customers to encourage return visits.
- Balanced exceptional customer service with efficient task completion through effective multitasking.
- Handled cash and credit card transactions accurately to maintain financial integrity.
Education
High School -
North Plainfield Middle/High School
North Plainfield, NJ01-2024
Skills
- Food safety practices
- Kitchen sanitation
- Order processing
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Cash handling
- Workload management
- Organizational skills
- Performance improvement
- Supervision
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Business operations
- Customer interaction
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Languages
Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Food Prep Cook-Wonder
PREP COOK
04.2025 - 02.2026
Movie Theater Employee
Cinemark Watchung and XD
09.2023 - 03.2025
Mentor
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
03.2023 - 09.2023
Restaurant Waiter
Istanbul Foodlovers
07.2020 - 03.2023
High School -
North Plainfield Middle/High School