Kwali Bakari
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Dedicated kitchen professional with experience at First Watch, excelling in dishwashing efficiency and team collaboration. Proven ability to maintain cleanliness standards and ensure safety compliance while supporting fast-paced operations. Strong work ethic and attention to detail contribute to a streamlined kitchen environment, enhancing overall productivity and customer satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Dishwasher
First Watch
Pikesville, MD
08.2025 - Current
- Maintained organized workstations to improve efficiency and streamline dishwashing processes.
- Provided support to other kitchen roles as needed, fostering teamwork in fast-paced environment.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
Dishwasher
Red Lobster
White Marsh, MD
12.2023 - 07.2025
- Operated industrial dishwashing equipment efficiently, ensuring cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Managed dishware inventory, reducing breakage through careful handling and organization.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain workflow during peak hours, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Trained new team members on proper cleaning techniques and equipment usage for optimal performance.
Cashier
Dollar Tree
Lutherville, MD
09.2020 - 06.2021
- I would processed transactions efficiently at point of sale ensuring accurate cash handling.
- Assisted customers in locating products, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- I maintained cleanliness and organization of sales floor, promoting a welcoming environment.
- I also trained new employees on register operations and customer service protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ace High School
Baltimore, MD06.2020
Skills
- Dishwashing efficiency
- Kitchen organization
- Team collaboration
- Waste management
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Customer service support
- Multi-tasking abilities
- Time management
- Cleanliness standards
- Fast-paced adaptability
- Communication skills
- Strong work ethic
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Attention to detail
- Efficient cleaning
- Safety awareness
- Dishwasher operation
- Stress tolerance
- Restocking skills
- Supply restocking
- Kitchen equipment use
- Chemical handling
Timeline
Dishwasher
First Watch
08.2025 - Current
Dishwasher
Red Lobster
12.2023 - 07.2025
Cashier
Dollar Tree
09.2020 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Ace High School