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Kayla Amundson

Buckley,WA

Summary

Professional culinary specialist with solid experience in high-volume kitchen environments. Adept at leading teams to deliver high-quality dishes while maintaining focus on collaboration and adaptability. Skilled in menu planning, inventory management, and maintaining health and safety standards. Known for reliability and results-driven approach to meet evolving needs of kitchen.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Cook

The Summit
11.2024 - Current
  • Engaged customers to take orders, ensuring accurate entry into the POS system.
  • Led kitchen operations with professionalism, maintaining organized workflow and cleanliness.
  • Managed team communications effectively to align efforts and objectives.
  • Processed orders through POS system, preparing precise quantities of food as required.
  • Maintained inventory levels by ordering necessary supplies to support operations.
  • Prepared plates in an organized manner to enhance presentation and efficiency.
  • Actively listened to customers, providing professional interactions that fostered satisfaction.
  • Maintained a high standard of food quality by consistently reviewing dishes for taste, presentation, and adherence to established guidelines.
  • Prepared meals for lunch and dining services with average of [Number] tables per day.

Lead Cook/ Assisant Kitchen Manager

The Kettle
08.2023 - 09.2024
  • Utilized POS system for order processing, ensuring accuracy during transactions.
  • Engaged customers with professionalism, listening actively to their needs.
  • Oversaw inventory management and order necessary items proactively.
  • Communicated effectively with team members to streamline operations.
  • Ensured a clean and organized kitchen environment in line with safety regulations.
  • Prepared essential food ingredients to support timely service delivery.

Lube Technician

Valvoline Instant Oil
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • Entered customer information into computer systems with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Processed payments using POS system, ensuring efficient transaction handling.
  • Collaborated with the team to deliver prompt service while managing multiple tasks.
  • Executed oil changes and fluid checks in compliance with established protocols.
  • Monitored inventory levels and ordered new products as necessary.
  • Kept shop areas neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.

Assistant Teacher

Children's Discovery Academy
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Delivered care to children, ensuring safety and emotional support.
  • Communicate concerns to parents, alleviating worries effectively.
  • Provided comfort to children, facilitating relaxation and sleep.
  • Administered basic first aid in emergency situations.
  • Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Team Member

The Use Again Store
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Organized donations swiftly by department to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Stocked inventory across departments to ensure optimal availability of products.
  • Managed customer checkouts using POS system for seamless transactions.
  • Assisted customers in locating desired items to improve satisfaction.
  • Coordinated phone calls and scheduled pickups efficiently to streamline operations.
  • Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies as necessary to maintain stock.
  • Operated forklift safely to facilitate efficient movement of goods.
  • Constructed pallets of goods for shipping to optimize delivery processes.

Education

High School Diploma -

White River High School
Buckley, WA
06-2022

Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Problem solving
  • Computer and phone system proficiency
  • Food handling and MAST certification
  • Keyboarding (35 wpm)
  • Staff training and development
  • Kitchen sanitation standards
  • Kitchen organization skills
  • Food safety compliance
  • Quality control measures
  • Inventory management strategies
  • POS system operation skills
  • Time management techniques
  • Attention to detail in tasks
  • Effective communication skills
  • Cost reduction strategies
  • Emergency protocol knowledge

Timeline

Lead Cook

The Summit
11.2024 - Current

Lead Cook/ Assisant Kitchen Manager

The Kettle
08.2023 - 09.2024

Lube Technician

Valvoline Instant Oil
04.2023 - 08.2023

Assistant Teacher

Children's Discovery Academy
01.2023 - 04.2023

Team Member

The Use Again Store
08.2021 - 08.2022

High School Diploma -

White River High School

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