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Kayla Clark

Gansevoort

Summary

Experienced and dependable employee of over four years in the food industry with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace, as well as curating positive relationships and experiences with customers. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook/Counter Person

Primo Pizzeria & Italian Specialties
Gansevoort
06.2021 - Current
  • Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
  • Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
  • Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
  • Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
  • Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Trained and mentored new cashiers to maximize performance with skilled, efficient and knowledgeable team members.

Volunteer

Saratoga Senior Center
Saratoga Springs
11.2021 - 06.2023
  • Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
  • Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
  • Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
  • Promoted community resources through printed marketing material, email newsletters and social media campaigns.
  • Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and skills to achieve the organization's goals.

Education

High School Diploma -

Saratoga Springs High School
Saratoga Springs, NY
06-2023

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

SUNY Geneseo
Geneseo, NY
05-2027

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Creative writing
  • Effective communication
  • Basic math
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Customer complaint resolution
  • Merchandise restocking
  • Patience and composure
  • Cash register operation
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Payment collection
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Telephone management
  • Phone etiquette
  • Cash handling
  • Cash register systems
  • Problem solving
  • Calm demeanor
  • Answering phones
  • NY Driver's license
  • Community engagement and service
  • Positive attitude

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Volunteer

Saratoga Senior Center
11.2021 - 06.2023

Cook/Counter Person

Primo Pizzeria & Italian Specialties
06.2021 - Current

High School Diploma -

Saratoga Springs High School

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

SUNY Geneseo
Kayla Clark