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Kevin Talley

Huntington Beach,CA

Summary

My name is Kevin Talley and I am a talented team player looking for practical work experience with a forward-thinking organization. I have experience working with both FOH and BOH operations, such as serving tables, hosting, and working as an efficient line cook. I keep an upbeat attitude and focus on staying level-headed when tables and orders begin to pile up during busy periods.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Apprentice Carpenter

Dowbuilt Inc.
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
  • Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers.
  • Gained valuable education in high end residential building codes and practices.
  • Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
  • Familiarized myself with mental demands of physical labor.
  • Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
  • Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.

Sales Associate

Zumiez Inc
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Served customers by helping them select products and sizes.
  • Made sales by engaging customers, suggestive selling, and sharing product knowledge.

Sales Associate

Moku Hawaii
03.2022 - 06.2022
  • Organized surfboard racks and retail shelves to maintain clean and organized work space/store
  • Provided positive first impressions towards existing, new and potential customers.

Server

Gravity Tavern
11.2021 - 02.2022
  • Governed dining area with natural leadership talents and organizational strategies focused on balancing guest and business needs.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Increased sales significantly by up-selling higher-end products to customers.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
  • Moved and set up seating, prepared extra silverware and notified kitchen prior to arrival of large groups.

Server

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
04.2021 - 08.2021
  • Arranged and prepared tables/grills for customers in order to make memorable experiences for guests.
  • Filled the position of line cook when needed to gain cooking experience and build better relationships with back of house staff.
  • Up-sold high-profit items such as appetizers and higher priced meats to enhance sales.
  • Cultivated relationships with regular customers and worked hard to build trust with new customers.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
  • Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Quickly and clearly communicated orders to kitchen staff, applying special attention towards dietary/allergy restrictions.

Barista

Starbucks
01.2021 - 06.2021
  • Maintained supply levels in counter and customer areas to meet typical demands.
  • Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
  • Recalled customers' names in order to cultivate a welcoming and friendly experience.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils and seating areas daily.

Education

Associate of Science - Aerospace Engineering

Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA
01.2026

High School Diploma -

Oakland Technical High School
Oakland, CA
05.2021

Skills

Host

  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing
  • COVID-19 Symptom Screening
  • Natural Leader
  • Front of House Management

Server

  • Point of Sale Systems
  • Personable and Friendly
  • High Energy and Stamina
  • High Volume Dining

Timeline

Apprentice Carpenter

Dowbuilt Inc.
09.2022 - 09.2023

Sales Associate

Zumiez Inc
06.2022 - 09.2022

Sales Associate

Moku Hawaii
03.2022 - 06.2022

Server

Gravity Tavern
11.2021 - 02.2022

Server

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
04.2021 - 08.2021

Barista

Starbucks
01.2021 - 06.2021

Associate of Science - Aerospace Engineering

Orange Coast College

High School Diploma -

Oakland Technical High School

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