Kealan Stevens
Davenport,IA
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Line Cook
Cheba Hut Toasted Subs
Denver, Colorado
01.2024 - 01.2026
- Prepared ingredients for sandwiches and salads following Cheba Hut recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the prep area to ensure food safety.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient meal preparation during peak hours.
- Operated kitchen equipment such as slicers and mixers effectively and safely.
- Assisted in inventory management by organizing and labeling supplies accurately.
- Followed portion control guidelines to minimize food waste during meal prep.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and kitchen safety standards.
- Organized food storage areas ensuring that all items were properly labeled and dated.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work area by adhering to all safety standards.
- Ensured that all foods were cooked at the appropriate temperatures for safe consumption.
- Cleaned dishes, pots, pans and other kitchen equipment used during the day's operations.
- Operated kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, stoves and slicers according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Followed proper food handling methods as outlined by health department guidelines.
- Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and seeding vegetables.
Bartender
Fieldhouse Bar & Grill
Iowa City, Iowa
03.2021 - 07.2023
- Mixed cocktails following standardized recipes and customer preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area throughout shifts.
- Provided excellent customer service while engaging with patrons at the bar.
- Handled cash transactions accurately and processed payments efficiently.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking supplies and restocking items.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in beverage preparation.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
- Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
- Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
Server
Joe's Place Ic
Iowa City, Iowa
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and delivery.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area and ensured proper sanitation standards.
- Assisted in training new servers on operational procedures and service standards.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues efficiently and professionally.
- Upsold menu items to enhance guest satisfaction and improve sales opportunities.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
Crew Member
Raising Cane's Restaurants
Davenport, Iowa
05.2019 - 07.2020
- Prepared and served food items according to health and safety standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow during peak hours.
- Operated cash registers and processed transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Followed company policies for inventory management and stock rotation.
Hostess
Machine Shed
Davenport, IA
03.2016 - 05.2018
- Greeted guests warmly and welcomed them to the dining area.
- Assisted servers with menu explanations and special requests from guests.
- Managed reservation system and organized seating for optimal flow.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the host station and entryway.
- Communicated wait times clearly to guests and provided updates as needed.
- Collaborated with staff to ensure smooth dining experiences for all guests.
Education
Associate of Science - Biology
Saint Ambrose University
Davenport, IA05-2027
Skills
- Food safety
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- Communication skills
- Time management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Prep Line Cook
Cheba Hut Toasted Subs
01.2024 - 01.2026
Bartender
Fieldhouse Bar & Grill
03.2021 - 07.2023
Server
Joe's Place Ic
03.2020 - 10.2022
Crew Member
Raising Cane's Restaurants
05.2019 - 07.2020
Hostess
Machine Shed
03.2016 - 05.2018
Associate of Science - Biology
Saint Ambrose University