Khalin Stetienne

Houston,TX

Summary

Energetic Crew Member known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in customer service, teamwork, and time management, ensuring smooth operations in fast-paced environments. Excel in communication, adaptability, and problem-solving, contributing to team success and customer satisfaction.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Yes Prep School /Crew Kitchen Staff Member

First Class Workforce

Houston, Texas

10.2024 - 01.2025

My responsibility was to preparing ingredients also understanding I would clean around the whole kitchen making sure everything is correct and clean I wash dishes and I've have cooking experience
Maintained an organized work area to ensure efficient operations.
Notified kitchen staff of shortages or special orders, prompting appropriate action and keeping wait times short.
Chopped ingredients and prepped food items ahead of lunchtime and dinner rush periods.
Welcomed and thanked guests to demonstrate appreciation for patronage.
Packed fast food products in approved containers, cups, and bags.
Interacted pleasantly with guests to deliver quality customer service.
Prepared quality products while maintaining portion control and presentation within service goal times.
Processed payments on cash register and counted back bills and change to patrons.
Directed patrons to restrooms and other amenities within facility.
Served food and beverages at take-out counters to provide fast service to waiting guests.
Scrubbed and polished counters to remove debris and food.
Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
Maintained safe food handling practices to prevent germ spread.
Restocked napkins, condiments and utensils at self-service areas during slow periods.
Demonstrated proper food safety practices by accurately completing quality control checklist.
Stocked shelves and cases with new or transferred items.
Served food quickly for positive guest experiences.
Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
Cleaned restaurant area by sweeping floors, wiping tables and emptying trash receptacles.
Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Checked expiration dates on all products before serving them to customers.

Cook/Dishwasher

Benihana

Houston, Texas

01.2022 - 10.2022

Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
Received and stored food and supplies.
Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
Performed routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning filters in the dishwashing machine.
Checked temperatures of dishwashing machines to ensure proper functioning.
Replenished soap dispensers with detergent when necessary.
Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
Sanitized surfaces after each use following standard sanitation practices.
Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils.
Disposed of glassware that had been broken or chipped according to safety procedures.
Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
Assisted in preparing salads and desserts when requested by chefs or supervisors.
Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area at regular intervals throughout shift.
Stocked service areas with clean plates, bowls, cups, and other items as needed.
Inspected all returned dishes for cleanliness before restocking them on shelves.
Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.
Informed supervisors immediately if any machine malfunctions were observed during operation.
Ensured that workstations were kept neat and tidy throughout the shift.
Assisted chef with food measurements, preparation and storage when necessary.
Inspected dishes closely to check for remnants of food or dirt.
Followed proper procedures to clean large and unwieldy kitchen supplies.
Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
Sorted clean dishes in appropriate storage areas for easy and accessible use.
Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
Observed safety regulations and used protective gear to clean knives and other sharp kitchen supplies.
Transported clean dishes and supplies from kitchen to front of house staff for opening shift.
Adhered to sanitary regulations to prevent contamination with food products.
Washed and sanitized sinks, trashcans and surfaces to remove excess food waste.

Education

Associate of Science -

San Jacinto College

Houston

09-2022

Skills

I can clean well, I can cook on the fryer I use to work at Benihana and I was a chef and a dishwasher cleaning around restaurant helping out with food preparations

Languages

English

Elementary