High School Diploma -
Park Hill High School
Kansas City, MO05.2026
Kaiya Buckingham
Weatherby Lake,MO
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Professional attitude
- Reliable and trustworthy
Education
Certificate - Culinary Arts
Northland Career Center
Platte City, MO05.2026
Summary
Personable and positive individual with knack for culinary arts and teamwork. Well-versed in basic kitchen operations and food safety, bringing strong knife skills and ability to follow recipes accurately. Committed to delivering delicious and visually appealing dishes to enhance dining experience.
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 19 staff members.
- Achieved max 7 minute ticket times by completing food orders with accuracy and efficiency.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Documented and resolved unfinished recipes which led to completed test batching.
Work History
Line Cook
Johnnys Tavern
Kansas City, MO
10.2025 - Current
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and hygiene protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain smooth kitchen operations during busy service periods.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures to ensure food safety compliance and optimal product quality.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Hostess
Smokehouse BBQ
Kansas City, MO
10.2024 - 10.2025
- Greeted and seated guests, ensuring prompt and friendly service.
- Managed reservation system, optimizing table turnover and guest flow.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area for optimal guest experience.
- Assisted in training new hostesses on procedures and customer service standards.
- Handled guest inquiries and concerns with professionalism and efficiency.
- Monitored waitlist during peak hours to manage seating expectations accurately.
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
Inshop
Jimmy Johns
Kansas City, MO
08.2023 - 11.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Certification
- OSHA 10 Culinary
- ServSafe Manager
- Fusion Human Resources Training
- Platte County Food Handlers Certification
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Blood Drive, Northland Career Center, 2024 - 2025
Caroling, Park Hill High School, November 2025 - Present