Kristopher Harden
Aiken ,SC
Summary
Outgoing and detail-oriented professional with proven history of resourcefulness and reliability. Trained in wearhouse POS software and customer service. Skilled at production with dedication to efficiency and accuracy. Reliable employee seeking position production assembler. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Committed and hardworking assembler with experience processing transactions and assisting customers. Dedicated to resolving issues, answering customer questions and ringing up customers. Creative problem-solver versed in customer service. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level production assembler position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Waffle House
Aiken, SC
02.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Door-to-Door Sales Representative
LGCY Power
Charleston, SC
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Increased sales by establishing rapport with potential customers and delivering tailored product presentations.
- Participated in regular sales team meetings to share insights, learn from colleagues, and contribute toward collective goals for enhanced overall performance.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing concerns, answering questions, and providing exceptional service during door-to-door interactions.
- Established trust with potential clients using transparent communication methods and honest assessments of their requirements.
- Conducted daily prospecting activities to identify potential new clients within assigned territories.
Cashier
Sprint Food Stores
Aiken, SC
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Demonstrated product features, answered questions and redirected objections to highlight positive aspects.
- Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Cook Shift Leader
Cookout Restaurant
Aiken, SC
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced Type environment.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Managed kitchen budget for supplies and labor hours, consistently meeting targets.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
Cashier
Dollar Tree
New Ellenton, SC
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Demonstrated product features, answered questions and redirected objections to highlight positive aspects.
- Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
- Helped customers navigate applications and in-store technology to deliver best-in-class experiences.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
- Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in computer system.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
Education
GED -
Home Schooled
Skills
- Stocking Shelves
- Delivering Purchases
- Safety Methods
- Blocking Freezers and Coolers
- Data Entry
- Product Knowledge
- Special Assignments
- Station Preparation
- Brand Loyalty
- Calendar Management
- Team Goals
- Leadership
- Team Meetings
- Production Efficiency
- Time Management Skills
- Team Contribution
- Constructive Feedback
- Heavy Lifting
- OSHA Standards
- Moving Merchandise
- Team Management
- Equipment Cleaning
- Level Optimization
- Maintaining Quality Assurance Standards
- Proper Waste Disposal
- Issue Resolution
- Moving Boxes
- Workplace Safety
- Loading and Unloading
- Peer Relationships
- Safety Awareness
- Quality Management
- Industry Best Practices
- Time Management
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Critical Thinking
- Safety Protocols
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Work Area Maintenance
- Hand Truck Operation
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Staff Training
- Goals and Performance
- Monthly Audits
- Status Updates
- Machinery Upkeep
- Driver Communications
- Product Identification
Accomplishments
Every company I have worked for, I have moved up the chain within the first 3 months. While working for cookout I maintained a travel manager position while still studying and pulling 50 hours a week swing shifts.
Timeline
Cook
Waffle House
02.2024 - Current
Door-to-Door Sales Representative
LGCY Power
05.2023 - 02.2024
Cashier
Sprint Food Stores
02.2023 - 05.2023
Cook Shift Leader
Cookout Restaurant
06.2021 - 09.2022
Cashier
Dollar Tree
03.2020 - 05.2021
GED -
Home Schooled