Katina Allen
Chicago,IL
Summary
Food service professional with extensive experience in preparing and serving meals, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maintaining sanitary standards. Recognized for collaborative spirit and reliability in high-paced settings. Possesses strong skills in food safety protocols and efficient service delivery.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Worker
Rush University Medical Center
02.2023 - Current
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to enhance service.
Food Service Worker
University of Chicago Medical Center
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to enhance service.
- Handled cash transactions and point-of-sale operations to assist dining room staff during busy service periods.
- Greeted customers and answered inquiries regarding menu items and specials.
Food Service Worker
Swedish NorthShore Hosptial
07.2019 - 09.2022
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to enhance service.
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Greeted customers and answered inquiries regarding menu items and specials.
- Utilized POS system to receive and process food and beverage orders.
Food Service Worker
UIC Student Center
05.2015 - 07.2019
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Monitored food quality and freshness throughout day.
- Maintained accurate records of food temperatures to ensure safety standards were met.
- Set up and broke down food service lines quickly to maintain service flow.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
Cashier
Checkers Restaurant
06.2010 - 05.2015
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fenger Academy
Chicago, IL06-2006
Skills
- Quick learner
- Positive attitude
- Multitasking
- Customer service
- Working quickly
- Fast-paced environment
- Team oriented
- Positive attitude and energy
- Cash register operation
- Safe food handling
- ServSafe certification
Timeline
Food Service Worker
Rush University Medical Center
02.2023 - Current
Food Service Worker
University of Chicago Medical Center
09.2022 - 02.2023
Food Service Worker
Swedish NorthShore Hosptial
07.2019 - 09.2022
Food Service Worker
UIC Student Center
05.2015 - 07.2019
Cashier
Checkers Restaurant
06.2010 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
Fenger Academy
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